Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS), a Midwest independent waste, recycling and portable services provider, has acquired Environmental Recycling & Disposal (Environmental) and Moen Transfer Station, a family-owned and operated business servicing the disposal needs of Will County, Illinois for over 25 years.
Established in 1998, Environmental has built a reputation on grassroots principles, prioritizing customer satisfaction through honest pricing and reliable service throughout Chicago’s Southwest Suburbs. LRS will bring its range of expertise, with a focus on expanding recycling platforms, to bolster the services provided for Will County. The acquisition will encompass Environmental’s 10 existing municipal contracts, bringing 30,000 residential customers and 4,200 business accounts to LRS’ rapidly expanding clientele.
The Environmental success story, grounded in perseverance, determination and a visionary approach, extends beyond traditional waste and recycling collections. The team completed the first successful MSW Transfer Station permit process in Will County in 25 years, paving the way for the opening of the state-of-the-art Moen Transfer Station in 2020 and positioning Environmental as the partner of choice for the waste management needs of the county and surrounding areas.
This acquisition comes on the heels of a transformative start to 2023 for LRS, which included the regionalization of all company operations, the opening of The Exchange, a state-of-the-art material recovery facility in the Chicagoland area, and the largest acquisition in the company’s history –Michiana Recycling and Disposal. The acquisition of Environmental Recycling & Disposal and Moen Transfer Station serves as a clear indicator of the continued growth to follow throughout 2023.
