Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues in Q1 2025 were $417.1 million, an increase of $76.1 million or 22.3% year over year, with $57.3 million from acquisitions and $18.4 million from organic growth of 5.4% [13][20] - Adjusted EBITDA was $86.4 million, up $15.4 million or 21.7% year over year, with adjusted EBITDA margins at 20.7%, down 10 basis points year over year [16][20] - Adjusted net income was $12.2 million or $0.19 per diluted share, an increase of $3.5 million or about $0.04 per share [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Solid waste revenues increased by 25.9% year over year, with pricing up 5.6% and volume down 1.7% [13][14] - Collection pricing was up 5.8%, while volumes decreased by 1.7%, attributed to slower roll-off volumes during winter [9][14] - Resource Solutions revenues grew by 9.5% year over year, with national accounts up 10.9% [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Organic growth in the landfill business exceeded 7%, driven by both price and volume increases [8][9] - The average price per ton in the landfill business was up 4.8% in the quarter [15] - Commodity prices remained stable, with recent softness in the fiber market offset by strength in plastics and aluminum [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to focus on internalizing more of its own tons and executing its acquisition strategy, having closed four deals year to date with approximately $50 million in annualized revenues [10][25] - The active M&A pipeline is robust, with over $500 million in revenues in various stages of engagement [26] - The company aims to enhance operational efficiency through fleet automation and route optimization [23][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the 2025 outlook, citing limited exposure to tariffs and a resilient business model [10][22] - The company is closely monitoring macroeconomic uncertainties but remains optimistic about future value creation opportunities [10][21] - Management noted that the challenging winter weather impacted roll-off volumes but expects a seasonal uptick as spring progresses [9][72] Other Important Information - The company was recognized on Forbes' 2025 America's Best Midsized Employers list, highlighting its commitment to core values and culture [7] - The company has a consolidated net leverage ratio of 2.45 times and maintains approximately $900 million of availability between excess cash and an undrawn revolver [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of the landfill volume increase is due to lost construction and demolition volumes flowing back? - Management indicated that about one-third of the increase is from recapturing construction and demolition tons in the New York market, with two-thirds from efforts to internalize additional tons [30][31] Question: What is the unfilled annual landfill capacity today? - Management stated that they are running about 30% excess capacity, primarily in New York State, with opportunities to drive more volume to specific landfills [32][33] Question: Can you provide an update on the Juniper Ridge landfill gas plant ramp? - The Juniper Ridge project is online but operating at low production levels, with expectations for ramp-up throughout the year [36][38] Question: What is the expected EBITDA contribution from internalization? - Management noted that the impact of internalization on EBITDA is complex and varies by acquisition, making it difficult to provide a specific figure [75][76] Question: Why was the full year guidance not changed despite strong Q1 results? - Management explained that it is typical not to change guidance in the first quarter unless there are significant deviations from expectations [90][91]