Our commitment to developing sustainable solutions for society and the environment attracts the sort of employees who want to make a positive difference in the world. We can’t help it. It’s part of our DNA. Those who join our mission can contribute to a sustainable future for the planet we call home and make a tangible difference as part of a collaborative team that values all voices.

Fostering an inclusive, respectful and equitable work environment

Diversity, inclusivity, engagement—these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue and provides opportunities for growth.

Differing perspectives, curious conversations and fresh ideas drive innovation — a competitive advantage that is essential in our industry. From company-wide annual trainings to team-meeting conversation starters, together we are continuously learning and improving.

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Starting at the Top

No organization can be truly inclusive and diverse without leaders who understand the challenges of meaningful organization-wide change.

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Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council 

Executive leaders from across Covanta’s functional areas make up The Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council. Each quarter they meet to discuss strategies for advancing diverse candidates, while aligning strategies with key business objectives. 

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CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion

In 2019, Covanta joined CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion, the largest CEO-driven business commitment to representation in the workplace. Hundreds of leaders from organizations across the U.S. share best practices for encouraging diverse perspectives and welcoming workplace discussion of inclusion topics. 

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Peer-to-Peer Support  

Employee Resource Groups are an integral part of our diversity and inclusion efforts. Each group—Covanta Black Professionals, Covanta LatinX, Early Career Connections, RISE (Women of Covanta) and Sustainability—brings together employees with shared interests, characteristics or life experiences to collaborate and contribute to the advancement of our company. Employee Resource Groups positively influence workplace culture and address issues and obstacles that are important to them.

Protecting Our People

When you go to work, it’s important that you feel safe — every day. Our robust safety culture extends across every worksite and encourages teamwork, peer support and trust. This dedication to safety has resulted in fewer accidents and incidents. Our teams are rightfully proud of the company’s record and receive rewards for engaging in proactive behavior that helps us to improve safety performance.

Supporting Our Communities

We are proud to support local initiatives and to volunteer our time, expertise and resources —especially when our neighbors need us most. From community stewardship activities that create economic opportunities and provide educational resources, to programs supporting sustainable development, every Covanta facility is deeply engaged with its surrounding community. Thriving communities benefit everyone. Hiring locally is one way we contribute to local economies. After all, these are the places we call home.

Valuing Veterans

At Covanta we have many important roles to fill, from tech specialties to skilled trades. Because these are difficult jobs that require dedicated, highly trained professionals, military veterans are often a natural fit. We actively recruit veterans and support them with training and development opportunities. Our team provides a supportive environment that eases the transition from military to civilian life.