WALTER is an award-winning benefit corporation with a mission to help clients reduce their environmental impact while creating green jobs in New York for young adults facing persistent barriers to employment. As both a recycling service provider and social enterprise, we are committed to preserving our planet and strengthening our community, making a positive impact on people and the environment alike.
WALTER is dedicated to providing the highest quality recycling services to our customers including easy to schedule pickups, secure handling of sensitive materials, and deep commitment to our environment. We do this while providing job opportunities for young people facing persistent barriers to employment. We are dedicated to growing our innovative targeted open-hiring process to reach out to the young adults who are most left behind in our economy.
We envision a world where the circular economy benefits both people and the planet. Through our inclusive, open-hiring process, we ensure that young adults facing systemic barriers have the opportunity to make a tangible impact in the sustainable economy. By building careers in recycling and environmental services, our team members contribute to a thriving, circular economy that creates value from waste
Founded in 2022 in Brooklyn, NY, WALTER stands for Working And Learning Together Environmental Recycling. Our founder, Guillaume Charvon, launched WALTER after spending over two decades working with marginalized young people worldwide, from France and Burkina Faso to the United States. Witnessing the challenges these young adults faced and their resilience he saw an opportunity to connect job creation with environmental stewardship. The idea emerged: one person’s waste could become another person’s path to stability. After years running ATD Fourth World’s Story Garden and street libraries for low-income families in Brownsville, Guillaume sought a sustainable solution to provide young adults with career opportunities outside the nonprofit grant cycle. WALTER was born to equip these individuals with marketable skills, financial stability, and a sense of purpose within a mission-driven enterprise.
At WALTER, we go beyond traditional recycling services. We provide a comprehensive, client-focused approach to waste management, supporting brands and businesses committed to sustainability. Our services include:
Custom Recycling Solutions: Tailored waste management for companies looking to improve efficiency and reduce their environmental footprint.
Transparency and Data Reporting: Using the WALTER Digital Dashboard, clients can track the environmental impact of their recycling efforts, including waste diversion rates, carbon savings, and more.
Product End-of-Life Management: We partner with clients to responsibly recycle, repurpose, or debrand items, maximizing their lifecycle.
Community Impact through Local Job Creation: By providing opportunities for young adults in Brownsville, Brooklyn, we empower individuals to thrive in sustainable careers, benefiting both the community and the environment.
WALTER collaborates with forward-thinking brands that prioritize sustainability and community impact. With partnerships spanning local nonprofits and a network of sustainable businesses, we maximize our environmental and social impact through responsible recycling, reuse, and donations.
(347) 854 9623
138 Hinsdale St. Brooklyn, NY 11207