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### Human: How did Waste Management's incentive compensation impact cash flow?
### Assistant: Waste Management's incentive compensation had a cash flow impact.


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### Human: What was the headwind in working capital for Waste Management in the first quarter of 2023?
### Assistant: The headwind in working capital for Waste Management in the first quarter of 2023 was due to higher incentive compensation payments.


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### Human: Why were higher incentive compensation payments made in Q1 of 2023?
### Assistant: Higher incentive compensation payments were made in Q1 of 2023 because of the 2022 outperformance relative to the company's plan.


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### Human: How does the headwind from the MLK holiday impact Waste Management's solid waste business?
### Assistant: The headwind from the MLK holiday impacted Waste Management's solid waste business by causing a 20 basis point margin headwind.


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### Human: Will the impact from the MLK holiday repeat itself throughout the year?
### Assistant: No, the impact from the MLK holiday is not expected to repeat itself throughout the year as it was a one-time event.


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### Human: Did Waste Management have one less workday during the MLK holiday?
### Assistant: Waste Management did not have one less workday during the MLK holiday. They still had to work those days, but they paid everybody time and a half.


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### Human: How did Waste Management compensate its employees during the MLK holiday?
### Assistant: Waste Management compensated its employees during the MLK holiday by paying them time and a half.


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### Human: What is the trend on service intervals for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The trend on service intervals for Waste Management is positive.


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### Human: How is new business formation affecting Waste Management?
### Assistant: New business formation is not explicitly mentioned in the given text, so we cannot determine its specific impact on Waste Management.


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### Human: What is the utilization rate of temporary roll-off assets for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The utilization rate of temporary roll-off assets for Waste Management is not provided in the given text.


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### Human: How are churn rate and rollbacks affecting Waste Management's business?
### Assistant: Churn rate and rollbacks are not explicitly mentioned in the given text, so we cannot determine their specific impact on Waste Management's business.


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### Human: Is Waste Management being aggressive on pricing?
### Assistant: Waste Management is being aggressive on the pricing side.


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### Human: How long does it take for Waste Management to get new trucks in service?
### Assistant: It takes Waste Management 35 to 40 days to get new trucks in service.


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### Human: Why is asset utilization not where Waste Management would like it to be?
### Assistant: Asset utilization is not where Waste Management would like it to be because they have been holding onto some of their older vehicles longer.


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### Human: How is Waste Management maintaining its older vehicles to meet service needs?
### Assistant: Waste Management is maintaining its older vehicles to meet service needs by being intentional about keeping and maintaining them.


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### Human: What happened when one of Waste Management's areas returned rental trucks?
### Assistant: When one of Waste Management's areas returned rental trucks, it caused a delay of another 30 or 45 days on some of the delivery.


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### Human: How does the delay in truck delivery affect Waste Management's operations?
### Assistant: The delay in truck delivery affects Waste Management's operations by impacting their ability to meet service needs for customers.


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### Human: How many trucks are currently on the ground but not in service for Waste Management?
### Assistant: There are almost 500 trucks currently on the ground but not in service for Waste Management.


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### Human: What is the plan for rentals and surplus assets for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Waste Management has a clear path for the rest of the year and more confidence in the delivery schedule for rentals and surplus assets.


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### Human: How does temporal loss utilization indicate business activity for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Temporal loss utilization can indicate business activity for Waste Management.


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### Human: What does Waste Management's temporal loss utilization look like?
### Assistant: The specific details on Waste Management's temporal loss utilization are not provided in the given text.


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### Human: How does temporal loss utilization serve as a canary in the coal mine for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Temporal loss utilization serves as a canary in the coal mine for Waste Management by providing insights into business activity.


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### Human: How does Waste Management interpret temporal loss utilization in terms of business activity?
### Assistant: Waste Management interprets temporal loss utilization in terms of monitoring business activity and identifying potential trends or changes.


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### Human: How confident is Waste Management in its delivery schedule for rentals and surplus assets?
### Assistant: Waste Management is confident in its delivery schedule for rentals and surplus assets.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to address the pensiveness of the field in returning trucks?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to address the pensiveness of the field in returning trucks by providing clear communication and reassurance about the delivery schedule and availability of trucks.


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### Human: What percentage of Waste Management's revenue is indexed?
### Assistant: Waste Management's revenue is indexed to about 40%.


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### Human: How much revenue did Waste Management generate from the residential line of business in the quarter?
### Assistant: Waste Management generated $53 million in revenue from the residential line of business in the quarter.


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### Human: Was Waste Management's volume up or down in the quarter?
### Assistant: Waste Management's volume was down about 29 in the quarter.


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### Human: How does Waste Management price its services above CPI?
### Assistant: Waste Management prices its services above CPI by looking at where CPI was last quarter or this quarter and pricing above that.


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### Human: What percentage of Waste Management's resets occur in the first half of the year?
### Assistant: About 70% of Waste Management's resets occur in the first half of the year.


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### Human: Are the resets indexed to a year-ago activity?
### Assistant: Yes, the resets are indexed to a year-ago activity.


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### Human: What are the other pieces of Waste Management's model besides recycling?
### Assistant: Besides recycling, the other pieces of Waste Management's model include RINs, nat gas, and electricity.


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### Human: What is the assumption for improvement in RINs pricing?
### Assistant: The assumption for improvement in RINs pricing is not mentioned in the text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management budget for RIN pricing?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on how Waste Management budgets for RIN pricing.


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### Human: Is RIN pricing currently a headwind or tailwind for Waste Management?
### Assistant: RIN pricing is currently a headwind for Waste Management.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's SG&A number as a percent of revenue for the first quarter?
### Assistant: Waste Management's SG&A number as a percent of revenue for the first quarter is not mentioned in the text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's SG&A compare to previous years?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on how Waste Management's SG&A compares to previous years.


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### Human: How is Waste Management performing in terms of MSW volume?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on how Waste Management is performing in terms of MSW volume.


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### Human: Is recycle pricing meeting Waste Management's expectations?
### Assistant: The text mentions that recycle pricing is meeting Waste Management's expectations.


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### Human: How does Waste Management handle odd weather conditions on the West Coast?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on how Waste Management handles odd weather conditions on the West Coast.


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### Human: What is the impact of labor intensity on Waste Management's residential line of business?
### Assistant: Labor intensity has an impact on Waste Management's residential line of business, as it eats a little more of the inflation due to the labor intensity involved.


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### Human: How does Waste Management handle inflation in its pricing and yield results?
### Assistant: Waste Management handles inflation in its pricing and yield results by pricing above CPI and still pricing above that.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's strategy for getting to an acceptable spot in the residential line of business?
### Assistant: Waste Management's strategy for getting to an acceptable spot in the residential line of business is not mentioned in the text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's pricing compare to CPI?
### Assistant: Waste Management's pricing is above CPI.


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### Human: What is the mix of index versus open market in Waste Management's revenue?
### Assistant: The mix of index versus open market in Waste Management's revenue is not mentioned in the text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's revenue mix impact its performance?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on how Waste Management's revenue mix impacts its performance.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's model reset in the first half of the year?
### Assistant: Waste Management's model resets in the first half of the year due to about 70% of resets occurring in the first half.


[INST] <<SYS>>
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### Human: How do commodity prices, such as nat gas and electricity, affect Waste Management's model?
### Assistant: Commodity prices, such as nat gas and electricity, can affect Waste Management's model.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's guide for the whole mix of commodity prices?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on Waste Management's guide for the whole mix of commodity prices.


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### Human: How does Waste Management anticipate achieving the right outcome with its commodity prices?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on how Waste Management anticipates achieving the right outcome with its commodity prices.


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### Human: What is the current yield in collection for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The text does not provide the current yield in collection for Waste Management.


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### Human: How has the yield in post collection compared to the yield in collection for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The text does not provide a direct comparison between the yield in post collection and the yield in collection for Waste Management.


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### Human: Is the gap between yield in collection and yield in post collection closing for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Yes, the text states that the gap between yield in collection and yield in post collection is closing for Waste Management.


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### Human: How much more can the gap between yield in collection and yield in post collection close for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The text does not provide specific information on how much more the gap between yield in collection and yield in post collection can close for Waste Management.


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### Human: What is the appreciation for landfill airspace in Waste Management's operations?
### Assistant: The text mentions that there is a real appreciation for landfill airspace in Waste Management's operations.


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### Human: How does landfill airspace impact Waste Management's pricing?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to price landfill airspace in a way that reflects its appreciation and recognizes that landfill airspace is a precious commodity.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to preserve landfill airspace?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to preserve landfill airspace by filling it up at a slower rate with higher-priced tons instead of low-priced tons.


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### Human: What is the significance of landfill airspace on the East Coast and West Coast for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The significance of landfill airspace on the East Coast and West Coast for Waste Management is that it is a precious commodity, especially in densely populated areas like New York and Boston.


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### Human: How has Waste Management priced landfill airspace in the past?
### Assistant: The text suggests that Waste Management may not have priced landfill airspace in the past in a way that reflects its appreciation and the finite life of landfills.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to fill up landfill airspace at a slower rate?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to fill up landfill airspace at a slower rate by using higher-priced tons instead of low-priced tons.


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### Human: What is the benefit of filling up landfill airspace with higher-priced tons for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The benefit of filling up landfill airspace with higher-priced tons for Waste Management is that it preserves landfill airspace and allows more time to figure out a solution once the airspace is depleted.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to figure out a solution once landfill airspace is depleted?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to figure out a solution once landfill airspace is depleted by using the preserved airspace and taking the necessary time to develop a solution.


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### Human: What MRF did Waste Management open in Toronto?
### Assistant: Waste Management opened an MRF (Material Recovery Facility) in Toronto.


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### Human: How does the opening of the MRF in Toronto position Waste Management in the province of Ontario?
### Assistant: The opening of the MRF in Toronto positions Waste Management well in the province of Ontario because Ontario is the highest-growth province in Canada and Toronto is the largest city in Canada.


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### Human: How does the MRF in Toronto make Waste Management more competitive in relation to producer responsibility legislation?
### Assistant: The MRF in Toronto makes Waste Management more competitive in relation to producer responsibility legislation because it positions the company well in a province that is considering such legislation.


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### Human: What is the growth potential in the province of Ontario for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The text states that Ontario is the highest-growth province in Canada, suggesting significant growth potential for Waste Management in the province.


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### Human: How does the automation in the new MRF in Toronto impact labor costs for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The automation in the new MRF in Toronto reduces labor costs for Waste Management by approximately 30% per unit.


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### Human: What is the labor cost per unit with the automation in Waste Management's new MRF?
### Assistant: The text states that the automation in the new MRF in Toronto reduces labor costs for Waste Management by approximately 30% per unit.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view the EPA's phase 3 proposal on heavy-duty vehicles?
### Assistant: The text does not provide Waste Management's specific view on the EPA's phase 3 proposal on heavy-duty vehicles.


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### Human: How does the EPA's proposal impact Waste Management's fleet strategy?
### Assistant: The text does not provide specific information on how the EPA's proposal impacts Waste Management's fleet strategy.


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### Human: Does Waste Management need to accelerate investments in electrification or other propulsion systems based on the EPA's proposal?
### Assistant: The text does not provide specific information on whether Waste Management needs to accelerate investments in electrification or other propulsion systems based on the EPA's proposal.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's CNG and RNG strategy compare to its peers?
### Assistant: The text does not provide a direct comparison between Waste Management's CNG and RNG strategy and that of its peers.


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### Human: What other propulsion techniques is Waste Management considering besides CNG and RNG?
### Assistant: Waste Management is considering other propulsion techniques such as electrification and hydrogen.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view electrification as a propulsion technique?
### Assistant: The text does not provide Waste Management's specific view on electrification as a propulsion technique.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's outlook on its CNG and RNG strategy?
### Assistant: The text does not provide Waste Management's specific outlook on its CNG and RNG strategy.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's fleet strategy?
### Assistant: Waste Management's fleet strategy is to have the flexibility within their fleet plan to be able to pivot without impacting the business. They have progressed from gen 1 diesel to CNG/RNG, showing their commitment to transitioning to cleaner fuels.


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### Human: How has Waste Management progressed from gen 1 diesel to CNG/RNG?
### Assistant: Waste Management has progressed from gen 1 diesel to CNG/RNG in their fleet. This transition shows their dedication to adopting cleaner fuels and reducing emissions.


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### Human: What percentage of Waste Management's fleet will be CNG by the end of the year?
### Assistant: Waste Management expects that about 75% of their fleet will be CNG by the end of the year.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's goal for the percentage of CNG in their fleet?
### Assistant: Waste Management's goal is to ultimately have 90% of their fleet consist of CNG vehicles.


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### Human: What factors would make Waste Management consider moving to electric vehicles?
### Assistant: Waste Management would consider moving to electric vehicles if certain factors are worked out. These factors include the technology, price point, and infrastructure readiness. They are open to transitioning to EVs but need to see progress on the infrastructure front.


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### Human: What is the current state of infrastructure for electric vehicles?
### Assistant: Waste Management believes that the current infrastructure is not prepared to handle electric vehicles. They cite an example of California advising electric vehicle owners not to charge their vehicles due to infrastructure limitations.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's RNG fleet differ from a typical owner operator running a Class A truck?
### Assistant: Waste Management's RNG fleet differs from a typical owner operator running a Class A truck because Waste Management produces RNG as their landfill. This allows them to create a circular economy and use a renewable fuel to power their CNG trucks.


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### Human: How does Waste Management produce RNG?
### Assistant: Waste Management produces RNG through their landfill operations. They utilize the waste that goes into the landfill to generate renewable natural gas.


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### Human: How does Waste Management define RNG as a renewable fuel?
### Assistant: Waste Management defines RNG as a renewable fuel because it is produced from their landfill operations, which utilize waste to generate renewable natural gas.


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### Human: How does California currently view Waste Management's RNG fleet?
### Assistant: Currently, California does not view Waste Management's RNG fleet any differently from a typical owner operator running a Class A truck. Waste Management believes that California defines RNG as a combustion engine without considering its renewable fuel aspect.


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### Human: Is Waste Management's RNG fleet considered net zero?
### Assistant: Waste Management's RNG fleet is not considered net zero according to the current views of California. Although RNG is a renewable fuel and using it in CNG trucks should result in a net zero emission, California does not currently recognize it as such.


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### Human: Is Waste Management's RNG fleet considered a part of the circular economy?
### Assistant: Waste Management's RNG fleet is considered a part of the circular economy because they produce RNG from their landfill operations, turning waste into renewable natural gas and creating a sustainable fuel source.


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### Human: Is Waste Management confident in their guidance for collection and disposal yield?
### Assistant: Waste Management is confident in their guidance for collection and disposal yield. They have caution around their commodity-based businesses, but they see the revenue results including yield for Q1 being ahead of their plan.


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### Human: What caution does Waste Management have regarding their commodity-based businesses?
### Assistant: Waste Management has caution regarding their commodity-based businesses. They are specifically cautious about those aspects of their business.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's revenue results for Q1 compare to their plan?
### Assistant: Waste Management's revenue results for Q1 are ahead of their plan. Specifically, the revenue results including yield are exceeding their expectations.


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### Human: How does Waste Management approach their combined recycling and renewable energy line in their revenue build?
### Assistant: Waste Management approaches their combined recycling and renewable energy line in their revenue build by evaluating the yield component. They see the revenue results including yield for Q1 being ahead of their plan.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's approach to applying science to their model for the combined recycling and renewable energy line?
### Assistant: Waste Management intends to apply some science to their model for the combined recycling and renewable energy line. However, the specific approach they will take is not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's approach to handling technology advancements in their fleet?
### Assistant: Waste Management handles technology advancements in their fleet by closely monitoring all the technology advancements and observing their progress towards commercialization. They are actively involved in keeping an eye on the latest advancements.


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### Human: How does Waste Management ensure that technology advancements progress to commercialization?
### Assistant: Waste Management ensures that technology advancements progress to commercialization by actively monitoring and observing all the technology advancements. They keep a close watch on the progress and developments in the field.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's fleet plan allow for flexibility and pivoting?
### Assistant: Waste Management's fleet plan allows for flexibility and pivoting. They have the flexibility within their fleet plan to pivot without significantly impacting their business. This flexibility allows them to adapt to changes in technology and fuel options.


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### Human: What is the price point consideration for Waste Management when it comes to electric vehicles?
### Assistant: Waste Management considers the price point when it comes to electric vehicles. They mention that they would not pay three times more for an electric vehicle compared to a CNG vehicle. The cost of electric vehicles is an important consideration for them.


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### Human: What progress does Waste Management need to see on infrastructure before considering electric vehicles?
### Assistant: Waste Management needs to see progress on infrastructure before considering electric vehicles. They believe that the infrastructure is not yet prepared to handle electric vehicles and need to see improvements in this area.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view RNG as a renewable fuel for CNG trucks?
### Assistant: Waste Management views RNG as a renewable fuel for CNG trucks. They believe that using RNG, which is produced from their landfill operations, to fuel their CNG trucks should result in a net zero emission.


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### Human: How does Waste Management define a combustion engine in relation to CNG trucks?
### Assistant: Waste Management defines a combustion engine in relation to CNG trucks as any engine that runs on combustion, including those using CNG as fuel. According to Waste Management, California currently defines CNG trucks as combustion engines.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view the potential for their RNG fleet to be considered net zero?
### Assistant: Waste Management sees the potential for their RNG fleet to be considered net zero. They believe that using RNG, a renewable fuel, to power their CNG trucks should result in a net zero emission. However, they acknowledge that California does not currently view it that way.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's approach to providing clarity about the key drivers of their business?
### Assistant: Waste Management's approach to providing clarity about the key drivers of their business is to work towards better clarity and transparency. They analyze and communicate the factors that drive their business performance.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view the impact of renewable energy and recycling on their business?
### Assistant: Waste Management views the impact of renewable energy and recycling on their business as having commodity-based impacts. They believe that looking at these areas on a combined basis makes sense.


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### Human: Who can provide additional details about Waste Management's renewable energy business?
### Assistant: Ed and Heather can provide additional details about Waste Management's renewable energy business.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's strategy for reducing SG&A and cutting costs?
### Assistant: Waste Management's strategy for reducing SG&A and cutting costs involves implementing cost-cutting measures and focusing on efficiency improvements.


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### Human: Has Waste Management's approach to acquisitions changed in light of their focus on cost cutting?
### Assistant: Waste Management's approach to acquisitions has not changed significantly in light of their focus on cost cutting. They still prioritize what makes the most sense for their shareholders.


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### Human: How does Waste Management factor in synergy when evaluating potential acquisitions?
### Assistant: Waste Management factors in synergy when evaluating potential acquisitions. They consider how the acquired company can bring added value and complement their existing operations.


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### Human: What differentiates Waste Management from other companies in terms of customer experience centers?
### Assistant: Waste Management differentiates itself from other companies in terms of customer experience centers by using a self-service model. They have implemented technology that allows customers to access services and information independently, which sets them apart from competitors.


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### Human: How does Waste Management handle the dilutive impact of M&A in the short term?
### Assistant: Waste Management handles the dilutive impact of M&A in the short term by making upfront investments in facilities, fleet, and people for their solid waste business acquisitions. They also invest in the operations and long-term viability of their recycling business acquisitions.


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### Human: What were the reasons for the dilutive impact of M&A in Q1?
### Assistant: The dilutive impact of M&A in Q1 was due to the upfront investments made in facilities, fleet, and people for solid waste acquisitions, as well as investments in the early stages of the recycling business.


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### Human: What investments did Waste Management make in their solid waste business in Q1?
### Assistant: Waste Management made investments in facilities, fleet, and people for their solid waste business in Q1.


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### Human: What investments did Waste Management make in their recycling business in Q1?
### Assistant: Waste Management made investments in the early stages of their recycling business in Q1, amounting to approximately $6 million.


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### Human: How does Waste Management capture and realize leverage on the SG&A front?
### Assistant: Waste Management captures and realizes leverage on the SG&A front by focusing on cost-cutting measures and efficiency improvements. They aim to optimize their operations and reduce unnecessary expenses.


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### Human: What progress is Waste Management making in their acquired businesses?
### Assistant: Waste Management is making progress in their acquired businesses, working towards the expected value creation for both the solid waste and recycling businesses.


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### Human: How does Waste Management create incremental value in their acquired businesses?
### Assistant: Waste Management creates incremental value in their acquired businesses through the market potential of the acquired solid waste business and the differentiated service model they now have in the recycling part of their business.


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### Human: What is the long-term viability of Waste Management's acquired businesses?
### Assistant: The long-term viability of Waste Management's acquired businesses is dependent on their ability to generate incremental value and contribute to the overall success and profitability of the company.


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### Human: How does Waste Management differentiate their service model in the recycling part of their business?
### Assistant: Waste Management differentiates their service model in the recycling part of their business by implementing a self-service model, which allows customers to access services independently. This sets them apart from competitors who may not have this technology in place.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's new line of business?
### Assistant: Waste Management's new line of business is the recycling part of their operations.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view the market for their acquired solid waste business?
### Assistant: Waste Management views the market for their acquired solid waste business as having potential value creation opportunities.


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### Human: How does Waste Management expect their acquired businesses to contribute to value creation?
### Assistant: Waste Management expects their acquired businesses to contribute to value creation through their market potential and the implementation of a differentiated service model.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's focus on cost cutting impact their approach to M&A?
### Assistant: Waste Management's focus on cost cutting impacts their approach to M&A by considering the potential synergies and cost-saving opportunities that an acquisition can bring.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's philosophy regarding M&A?
### Assistant: Waste Management's philosophy regarding M&A is to prioritize what makes the most sense for their shareholders and to consider the potential value and synergy that an acquisition can bring.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view the integration opportunity in their acquisitions?
### Assistant: Waste Management views the integration opportunity in their acquisitions as an important factor. They consider how the acquired company can be integrated into their operations and contribute to overall efficiency and profitability.


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### Human: How does Waste Management consider automation and other savings in their M&A decisions?
### Assistant: Waste Management considers automation and other savings in their M&A decisions by assessing the potential for cost savings and operational improvements through the implementation of technology and efficient processes.


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### Human: How does Waste Management balance cost cutting with their M&A strategy?
### Assistant: Waste Management balances cost cutting with their M&A strategy by evaluating the potential cost-saving opportunities and synergies that an acquisition can bring. They aim to maximize the value and efficiency of their operations.


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### Human: How does Waste Management expect the dilutive impact of M&A to diminish over time?
### Assistant: Waste Management expects the dilutive impact of M&A to diminish over time as they capture the benefits of leverage on the SG&A front and as their acquired businesses continue to generate incremental value and contribute to overall profitability.


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### Human: How has driver retention and overall compensation trended for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Waste Management has seen a trend of improving driver retention and overall compensation.


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### Human: What were the historic averages for driver retention and turnover before the pandemic?
### Assistant: The historic averages for driver retention and turnover before the pandemic were low due to obvious reasons.


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### Human: How have driver retention and turnover numbers changed since the pandemic?
### Assistant: Since the pandemic, driver retention and turnover numbers have increased past historic averages.


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### Human: What efforts has Waste Management made to improve driver retention and turnover?
### Assistant: Waste Management has been working earnestly for the past two years to improve driver retention and turnover, not just on the wage front, but also from an employee experience perspective.


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### Human: How much improvement has Waste Management seen in key frontline roles?
### Assistant: Waste Management has made significant improvement, around 400 to 500 basis points, in key frontline roles.


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### Human: How has wage inflation moderated for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Wage inflation has moderated for Waste Management.


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### Human: What are the benefits of stabilizing the workforce for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Stabilizing the workforce has several benefits for Waste Management, including better service, improved safety, and positive changes in overtime ratios and training hours.


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### Human: What signs of improvement did Waste Management see in Q1?
### Assistant: Waste Management saw signs of improvement in Q1.


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### Human: What are smaller players in Waste Management's M&A outreach saying about the impact of higher rates?
### Assistant: Smaller players in Waste Management's M&A outreach are more focused on driver retention rather than tech investments.


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### Human: What are the required tech investments to stay competitive with the market in Waste Management?
### Assistant: The required tech investments to stay competitive with the market in Waste Management are not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: What is the turnover rate for companies that Waste Management has acquired?
### Assistant: The turnover rate for companies that Waste Management has acquired is double their own turnover rate.


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### Human: How does driver turnover impact the customer lifetime value proposition for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Driver turnover has a significant impact on the customer lifetime value proposition for Waste Management.


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### Human: Why is it imperative for Waste Management to bring technology to the labor pool?
### Assistant: It is imperative for Waste Management to bring technology to the labor pool because the driver labor pool is shrinking, and technology can optimize operations and reduce reliance on labor.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to optimize routes and assets using technology?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to optimize routes and assets using technology by building an optimization tool that considers factors such as the best route to take, location of carts, and expertise of drivers.


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### Human: What factors go into the full optimization of Waste Management's operations?
### Assistant: Factors that go into the full optimization of Waste Management's operations include the best route, location of assets, and driver expertise.


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### Human: How does optimizing operations help reduce reliance on labor for Waste Management?
### Assistant: Optimizing operations helps reduce reliance on labor for Waste Management by maximizing efficiency and minimizing the need for manual labor.


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### Human: What is the turnover rate in Waste Management's driver ranks?
### Assistant: Waste Management has a turnover rate of 25% in its driver ranks.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to take advantage of the high turnover rate through technology?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to take advantage of the high turnover rate through technology by optimizing operations and reducing the need for labor.


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### Human: What potential impact could PFAS have on the cost of landfills for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The potential impact of PFAS on the cost of landfills for Waste Management is not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: Are there any upcoming rulings or hearings regarding PFAS that could impact Waste Management's business?
### Assistant: There are no mentions of upcoming rulings or hearings regarding PFAS that could impact Waste Management's business in the given text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management foresee PFAS playing out in terms of its impact on the business?
### Assistant: Waste Management does not provide a specific foresight on how PFAS may play out in terms of its impact on the business in the given text.


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### Human: What measures has Waste Management taken to address PFAS concerns?
### Assistant: The measures that Waste Management has taken to address PFAS concerns are not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to mitigate the potential impact of PFAS on its business?
### Assistant: Waste Management's plans to mitigate the potential impact of PFAS on its business are not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: What are the potential costs associated with addressing PFAS for Waste Management?
### Assistant: The potential costs associated with addressing PFAS for Waste Management are not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to adapt its operations in response to PFAS regulations or rulings?
### Assistant: Waste Management's plans to adapt its operations in response to PFAS regulations or rulings are not mentioned in the given text.


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### Human: How does Waste Management view PFAS as an opportunity?
### Assistant: Waste Management views PFAS as an opportunity because it is present in landfills and the material that comes into them. They believe that once the handling of PFAS is determined, it will create opportunities for landfill companies like Waste Management.


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### Human: What has the EPA designated PFAS as?
### Assistant: The EPA has designated PFAS as a hazardous material.


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### Human: How does Waste Management differentiate hazardous sites from non-hazard sites?
### Assistant: Waste Management differentiates hazardous sites from non-hazard sites based on the fact that there are far fewer hazardous sites compared to non-hazard sites.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's view on the handling of PFAS?
### Assistant: Waste Management believes that the EPA is still trying to work through the handling of PFAS, but they view it as a big opportunity once it is determined how it will be handled.


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### Human: How does Waste Management expect the handling of PFAS to impact landfill companies?
### Assistant: Waste Management expects the handling of PFAS to impact landfill companies once it is decided how it will be handled. They see it as an opportunity for all landfill companies.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's fleet composition impact fuel costs?
### Assistant: Waste Management's high percentage of the fleet being on natural gas (CNG) versus peers helps mitigate the impact of fuel costs on the cost line. The use of natural gas instead of diesel reduces the cost of fuel for Waste Management.


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### Human: How does the decline in fuel surcharge revenue benefit Waste Management's margins?
### Assistant: The decline in fuel surcharge revenue benefits Waste Management's margins because it reduces the cost of fuel, which positively impacts the margin side of the business.


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### Human: What steps is Waste Management taking to optimize its cost structure?
### Assistant: Waste Management is taking steps to optimize its cost structure by looking at the overall cost structure of the organization, including the heavy equipment at its landfills. They are making changes to ensure a blended fuel surcharge model that takes into account their consumption and reduces costs.


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### Human: How does Waste Management plan to bill customers for fuel surcharges in the future?
### Assistant: Waste Management plans to bill customers for fuel surcharges using a blended surcharge model that considers their consumption and includes structural changes to the billing process.


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### Human: How do customers perceive the stability of CNG fuel prices compared to diesel prices?
### Assistant: Customers perceive CNG fuel prices as more stable compared to diesel prices, which is received positively as it reduces volatility on the cost side for them.


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### Human: How do customers react to the quieter CNG trucks used by Waste Management?
### Assistant: Customers react positively to the quieter CNG trucks used by Waste Management, as they appreciate the reduced noise compared to diesel vehicles.


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### Human: What indicators of demand does Waste Management use to gauge recycling needs?
### Assistant: Waste Management uses indicators such as the mills' inventory position on recycled fiber to gauge recycling needs and demand.


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### Human: What is the current inventory position of mills for recycled fiber?
### Assistant: The current inventory position of mills for recycled fiber is not mentioned in the provided text, so the AI does not have enough information to provide an answer.


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### Human: How has the flow of impounds and inbound materials for recycling changed over time?
### Assistant: The flow of impounds and inbound materials for recycling is not described in the provided text, so the AI does not have enough information to provide an answer.


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### Human: Did Waste Management receive many requests for recycled products in late 3Q?
### Assistant: The text does not mention whether Waste Management received many requests for recycled products in late 3Q, so the AI does not have enough information to provide an answer.


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### Human: How is the demand for recycled products trending now?
### Assistant: The text does not provide information on the current trend of demand for recycled products, so the AI does not have enough information to provide an answer.


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### Human: How does Waste Management benefit from its investment in a differentiated fleet for recycling services?
### Assistant: Waste Management benefits from its investment in a differentiated fleet for recycling services by being able to offer environmentally and economically beneficial services to its customers. The use of a differentiated fleet, including CNG trucks, aligns with Waste Management's goals and provides a competitive advantage.


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### Human: How does Waste Management handle the disposal of hazardous materials?
### Assistant: The text does not specifically mention how Waste Management handles the disposal of hazardous materials. However, it is mentioned that PFAS has been designated as a hazardous material by the EPA, so Waste Management likely follows proper disposal procedures for hazardous materials.


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### Human: What measures does Waste Management take to ensure environmental safety in landfills?
### Assistant: Waste Management ensures environmental safety in landfills through various measures, which are not specified in the provided text. However, as a waste management company, Waste Management is likely to follow industry standards and regulations to prevent environmental contamination and protect the environment.


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### Human: How does Waste Management manage the heavy equipment at its landfills?
### Assistant: The text does not provide specific information on how Waste Management manages the heavy equipment at its landfills.


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### Human: How does Waste Management ensure a true pass-through model for fuel surcharges?
### Assistant: Waste Management ensures a true pass-through model for fuel surcharges by billing customers based on their fuel consumption and the cost structure of the organization. They are making changes to the billing process to ensure a blended surcharge model.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's fuel surcharge model differ from a diesel-based model?
### Assistant: Waste Management's fuel surcharge model differs from a diesel-based model by considering the consumption of both diesel and natural gas (CNG) in their blended surcharge model.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's fuel surcharge model benefit its customers?
### Assistant: Waste Management's fuel surcharge model benefits its customers by reducing volatility in fuel costs and providing a more stable pricing structure, especially with the use of CNG as a more stable fuel source.


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### Human: How does Waste Management reduce volatility in fuel costs for its customers?
### Assistant: Waste Management reduces volatility in fuel costs for its customers by using CNG as a fuel source, which historically has been more stable in terms of pricing compared to diesel.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's investment in CNG trucks align with its environmental goals?
### Assistant: Waste Management's investment in CNG trucks aligns with its environmental goals by reducing emissions and noise pollution compared to diesel trucks. Using CNG trucks demonstrates Waste Management's commitment to environmentally beneficial practices.


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### Human: What is Waste Management's brokerage business?
### Assistant: Waste Management's brokerage business is part of its recycling portfolio. It involves the movement of materials and plays a role in their ability to move the material they bring in.


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### Human: How does Waste Management benefit from its ability to move materials?
### Assistant: Waste Management benefits from its ability to move materials because it ensures they don't have any issue with moving the material they bring in. This allows them to effectively manage their volumes and continue to grow.


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### Human: Is Waste Management experiencing any issues with moving materials?
### Assistant: Based on the given text, Waste Management does not seem to be experiencing any issues with moving materials. The text states that they are able to move the material they bring in without any problems, even as they grow volumes.


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### Human: What domestic capacity is opening up this year?
### Assistant: The text mentions that some domestic capacity is opening up this year. It does not provide specific details about what this domestic capacity refers to.


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### Human: How has fiber pricing been affected recently?
### Assistant: The text states that there has been a little bit of positive movement in fiber pricing in the last handful of weeks. However, it does not provide specific details on how fiber pricing has been affected recently.


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### Human: What has been the overall movement of the basket of goods from Q4 to Q2?
### Assistant: According to the text, the whole basket of goods has moved up a little bit as they exited Q4 into Q1 and even exiting Q1 into Q2. This suggests that there has been some overall movement and potentially an increase in the prices of goods.


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### Human: How does China's reopening impact worldwide demand?
### Assistant: China's reopening impacts worldwide demand. The text mentions that when China closed down with their COVID policy, it hurt worldwide demand. Now that China has chosen to reopen its economy, it is helping and will also help Waste Management.


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### Human: Did China's COVID policy affect worldwide demand?
### Assistant: Yes, China's COVID policy did affect worldwide demand. The text states that when China closed down with their COVID policy, it hurt worldwide demand.


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### Human: How does Waste Management's business relate to China's economy?
### Assistant: Waste Management's business is impacted by China's economy. The text mentions that while they don't send a lot of stuff straight to China anymore, China's reopening still affects worldwide demand, which will help Waste Management.


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### Human: What are Waste Management's plans for the rest of the year?
### Assistant: The text does not provide specific details about Waste Management's plans for the rest of the year.


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### Human: Was Waste Management on track for the first quarter?
### Assistant: According to the text, Waste Management was on track for the first quarter. The text states that they were right on plan for the first quarter.