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The largest recycler in North America is now using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve recycling in Western Washington. Technology upgrades at JMK—WM’s regional recycling facility in Tacoma—have the potential to help drive greater efficiency and allow WM to process more types of recyclable material.
WM JMK Fibers Recycling Facility is a state-of-the-art recycling facility located at the Port of Tacoma, a transportation and logistics hub. JMK has on-site rail capacity, along with 24 shipping and receiving docks. Just two miles from I-5, the facility is also conveniently located to send processed materials to end markets via long haul trucks.
Recycling Today, For Tomorrow®
The use of advanced recycling technology and AI-powered robotics has helped WM increase capacity for material processing. The intended result of WM's technology investment at JMK is less waste and more recyclables that can be used for new products.
After recyclable materials are processed, sorted and baled at JMK, they can be used to create WM driver uniforms, curbside recycling bins and everyday items like cereal boxes and soda cans.
WM invested more than $12 million to upgrade JMK. Across North America, WM plans to invest more than $1.4 billion to build or upgrade 39 automated recycling facilities by the end of 2026.
WM in Washington: Providing comprehensive environmental solutions
WM is a leading recycling solutions provider in Washington. The upgraded WM JMK Fibers Recycling Facility uses an intricate network of conveyor belts and AI. At JMK and two other high-tech recycling facilities, WM uses state-of-the-art technology to drive efficiency and versatility.
 3 regional recycling facilities statewide
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300,000 tons of recyclable material processed
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WM in Washington: Providing comprehensive environmental solutions
As the largest recycler in North America, WM continues to build its expansive network and leverage advanced technology to support WM’s goal of increasing the amount of material recovered annually to 25 million tons by 2030. WM’s growing network across North America includes:
105 recycling facilities
49 organics processing facilities
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16M tons of material recovered in 2024 ₂
3.8M tons of mixed organics processed in 2024
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₁ Approximation (all data as of June 2025, except where noted)
₂ Includes organics
For more information:
WM JMK Fibers Recycling Facility
1440 Port of Tacoma Road
Tacoma, WA 98421
Phone: 253-272-6208
Fax: 253-272-3442
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday, 6 am - 5 pm
(for deliveries of materials)
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