Wheelabrator Saugus Inc.
SAUGUS, MA · ESSEX COUNTY · NAICS 562213
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 144,608 |
| 2022 | 134,993 |
| 2021 | 116,499 |
| 2020 | 119,693 |
| 2019 | 122,961 |
| 2018 | 140,102 |
| 2017 | 140,093 |
| 2016 | 156,093 |
| 2015 | 166,005 |
| 2014 | 151,547 |
| 2013 | 155,391 |
| 2012 | 155,342 |
| 2011 | 145,346 |
Facility Insight: Wheelabrator Saugus Inc.
Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1004287) reported 145K metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in SAUGUS, MA within ESSEX COUNTY. The site is classified under Waste with NAICS code 562213, placing it within the group of U.S. facilities that cross the 25,000 MT CO2e annual reporting threshold set by EPA under 40 CFR Part 98. Self-reported emissions are verified by EPA staff, and the reported CO2e total aggregates CO2, methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) weighted by their 100-year global warming potentials.
The facility has 13 years of reported data on record, covering the 2011–2023 window. Over that period, annual CO2e emissions declined by 0.5%, with the peak observed year showing up to 166K MT CO2e. Because facility emissions can swing year-to-year based on production volume, fuel mix, outages, or control upgrades, a single year rarely tells the full story — the emissions history table above unpacks CO2, CH4, and N2O contributions separately so readers can see which gas is driving the trend.
For context, this reported total captures Scope 1 direct emissions from on-site combustion, industrial processes, and fugitive sources — it excludes Scope 2 purchased electricity and Scope 3 upstream or downstream emissions. Users comparing this facility to others in MA should cross-reference with the state-level rollup on our MA emissions page and the parent company profile where linked, since facility-level disclosures are most meaningful when placed against the operator's broader portfolio. All underlying data is EPA-published and freely available via the GHGRP envirofacts API.
Emissions Analysis
Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. is a moderate emitter at 145K MT CO2e, typical of mid-sized industrial operations.
Emissions have remained relatively stable across reporting years, suggesting consistent operational patterns. EPA GHGRP covers facilities emitting 25,000+ MT CO2e annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. emit? ▼
Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. reported 145K metric tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) in 2023, according to EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program data.
Is Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. reducing emissions? ▼
Over 13 reporting years (2011–2023), Wheelabrator Saugus Inc.'s emissions have decreased by 0.5%. Emissions have remained relatively stable.
What industry sector is Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. in? ▼
Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. is classified under Waste (NAICS code 562213). Located in SAUGUS, MA.
What gases does Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. emit? ▼
Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. reports emissions of CO2 (carbon dioxide), CH4 (methane), and N2O (nitrous oxide), converted to CO2-equivalent using EPA global warming potentials. The gas breakdown for each reporting year is shown in the emissions history table above.
How many years of data are available for Wheelabrator Saugus Inc.? ▼
Wheelabrator Saugus Inc. has 13 years of EPA GHGRP data on record, spanning 2011 to 2023. The GHGRP has collected data since 2010 from facilities emitting 25,000+ MT CO2e annually.
Where does this emissions data come from? ▼
All data comes from the EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP), which requires facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons of CO2e per year to report annually. Data is self-reported by facilities and verified by the EPA.
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Source: EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1004287. Data subject to facility self-reporting. Not compliance advice.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.