Denali Acquires SMART Recycling to Expand Food Waste Recycling in the Carolinas
November 12, 2025
Denali, the nation's largest organic recycler, has acquired Charleston-based SMART Recycling to expand its food-waste collection and recycling capabilities across South Carolina and North Carolina. The deal strengthens Denali's regional collection network and enhances access to end-to-end composting and organic recycling services for schools, universities, retailers, restaurants, and public-sector customers.
- Buyers
- Denali
- Targets
- SMART Recycling
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Location
- South Carolina, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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