How We Close The Loop<\/p><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Convertus is a full-service provider for the treatment and recycling of organic waste. Our waste treatment facilities convert municipal and commercial organic waste into valuable commercial and community resources, including biogas and high-grade compost.<\/p>\n
As the largest and most advanced organic waste processor in Canada, we work with municipalities and larger businesses looking for a \u201cclosed loop\u201d solution for organic waste management. Utilizing our years of experience in the waste treatment industry, Convertus can supply and manage the entire project from design to build to financing, operations and facility maintenance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
When you partner with Convertus, you access the quality, creativity and technological expertise to:<\/p>\n
DESIGN + BUILD + OPERATE + SERVICE<\/p><\/h5><\/div>
Because we care. Because we can.<\/strong> Our \u2018closed loop\u2019 business model is one-of-a-kind, aimed to inspire and empower communities to give their resources new life. Closing the loop is about building a sustainable future for all our children through innovative waste management and treatment facilities, and a passion for conserving and recycling precious natural resources.<\/p>\n<\/div>Convertus Group – Closing the Loop for a Better Future\u2122<\/em><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Our Core Values<\/h2><\/div><\/span><\/div>Care<\/h3><\/div>We care about our planet and improving our home. We care about our employees and providing them with a safe, healthy, fun workplace that enables them to expand their horizons. We provide the best experience for our customers and maximizing our relationship with our shareholders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>One Team<\/h3><\/div>We are stronger when we work together.\u00a0 We are open and listen to diverse opinions and ideas. We assume positive intent and know the belief in our purpose is our driving force.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Creativity<\/h3><\/div>Creative solutions to improve efficiency of our process. Challenging our own thinking to ensure continual improvement in our processes and ourselves. Think outside of the box.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Our History<\/p><\/h2><\/div>Convertus was created in 2019 by the merger of Renewi Canada and Waste Treatment Technologies (\u201cWTT\u201d) North America. In 2022, Envirem Organics joined the Convertus Group, making us the largest processor of organic waste in Canada. The merger created a dynamic business ideally positioned to be a part of the emerging circular economy. By closing the loop, we aim to keep resources in use for as long as possible through recycling and recovery.<\/p>\nAt Convertus, we can provide you with a complete solution for all of your organic waste treatment and recycling needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>How we got to where we are today<\/p><\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2019<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2019<\/div>2019<\/h3>\nA New Name: Convertus<\/h3>\nSoon after being acquired by Convent Capital, Renewi Canada and WTT merged to form Convertus. Together, our history has been a story of opportunity resiliency, and adapting time-and-time-again to technological change and customer demand.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2019<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2022<\/div>2022<\/h3>\nFrom Coast to Coast<\/h3>\nIn 2022, Envirem Organics, an environmental company that focuses on organic bio-products like mulches, soils and fertilizers joined the Convertus Group. This strategic partnership allowed us to broaden our reach across the country and establish ourselves as the largest processor of organic waste in Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2019<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2023<\/div>2023<\/h3>\nMaple Dreams: Building the Future in York and Mauricie<\/h3>\nBeginning the year on a high note, Convertus secured a 20-year contract to process curbside green bin waste for one of Canada\u2019s fastest-growing municipalities, the Region of York. To fulfil this contract, Convertus will be building a biofuel facility that will convert organic waste into fertilizer and renewable natural gas by March 2027.<\/p>\nIn addition to this milestone, Convertus was awarded a 25-year operating contract for a new organic waste facility that will be built in Saint-\u00c9tienne-des-Gr\u00e8s, Quebec.<\/p>\nThese notable achievements into the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and vibrant Quebec market, signify a momentous expansion of our operations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2018<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2018<\/div>2018<\/h3>\nExpanding Operations<\/h3>\nBuilding on our global presence, our group opened offices in China, Australia and Canada, completing their first projects in these regions.<\/p>\nDriven by the needs of the market and our expertise, this was also the year our group acquired their first composting facility in Canada in Nanaimo, British Columbia.<\/p>\nDuring this time, WTT and Renewi continued to build their relationship through the retrofitting of the Ottawa facility and upgrading the facility\u2019s odour abatement system and organic waste capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2017<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2017<\/div>2017<\/h3>\nA Year of Change<\/h3>\nIn 2017, the Shanks Group, Orgaworld\u2019s parent company, merged with Van Gansewinkel Group to become Renewi plc. Shortly thereafter, Orgaworld Canada re-branded as Renewi Canada.<\/p>\nLater that year, WTT and Renewi Canada worked together to finalize construction on North America\u2019s first closed-loop organic waste facility for the City of Surrey, British Columbia. The facility marked a major milestone for the waste industry, part of a growing need to move towards a sustainable future for all.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2014<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2014<\/div>2014<\/h3>\nBuilding for the Future<\/h3>\nFor the first time, Orgaworld and WTT worked together on a Canadian Public Private Partnership (P3) project. This important project was to Design, Build and Operate (DBO) an organic waste facility for the City of Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. After months of collaboration and hard work, the teams were awarded the contract in 2015.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2013<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2013<\/div>2013<\/h3>\nOld Traditions, New Opportunities<\/h3>\nWTT was acquired by Convent Capital, a long-term Dutch investor that focuses on buying and improving sustainable businesses. This enable WTT to further strengthen their position in the industry. Over the next few years, the teams worked together to refocus WTT\u2019s strategy on services, operational excellence and project sales.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2011<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2011<\/div>2011<\/h3>\nNew Technologies<\/h3>\nWTT secured a major contract for a mechanical biological treatment (MBT) facility in London, England.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2010<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2010<\/div>2010<\/h3>\nCanada’s Capital<\/h3>\nThe City of Ottawa in Canada became the location of a second Canadian composting facility for Orgaworld, with the capacity to serve the nation\u2019s capital city.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2008<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2008<\/div>2008<\/h3>\nCanada<\/h3>\nOrgaworld\u2019s trailblazing organic waste composting facility Canadian facility became operational in London, Ontario.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2007<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2007<\/div>2007<\/h3>\nNew Ideas and Directions<\/h3>\nThe development of anaerobic digestion opened a realm of possibilities for WTT. This led to various large contracts as a turnkey supplier of aerobic and anaerobic technologies.<\/p>\nIn 2007, Orgaworld was acquired by Shanks Group. With over 100 locations worldwide and 75 years\u2019 experience, the Shanks Group were amongst the top-level players worldwide in organic waste recycling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2005<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2005<\/div>2005<\/h3>\nCrossing the Pond<\/h3>\nAs a market leader in waste technology, Orgaworld\u2019s reputation led to a 10-year contract for a source-separated organics composting facility located in London, Ontario. The facility took just two years to design, construct and become fully operational.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2004<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2004<\/div>2004<\/h3>\nGrowing and Facing Challenges<\/h3>\nIn 2004, WTT became an independent company through a management buyout, and took on exciting opportunities to demonstrate the quality of its services in the field of waste management.<\/p>\nMeanwhile, Orgaworld began construction on a bio-stabilization plant in Nijmegen in The Netherlands, and an anaerobic digestion plant in Groningen, Netherlands a year later.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>2001<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t2001<\/div>2001<\/h3>\nExpansion and Innovation<\/h3>\nThe Millennium signalled a period of rapid expansion for Orgaworld. The company acquired three organic waste treatment plants in Europe, including two tunnel composting facilities and one wet anaerobic digestion facility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>1999<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t1999<\/div>1999<\/h3>\nA Strategic Partnership<\/h3>\nWTT operated as a subcontractor in process engineering for Horstmann GmbH\u2019s waste management and treatment projects. WTT established themselves as the contractor of choice for all Horstmann GmbH waste projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>1996<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t1996<\/div>1996<\/h3>\nBeginnings<\/h3>\nIn 1996 the founders of Waste Treatment Technologies (WTT), Horstmann GmbH and NON B.V. shared one simple goal: to design, construct, build and maintain waste recovery and recycling projects around the world. Right from the start, Waste Treatment Technologies (WTT) was defined by their innovative designs and modern functionality in this emerging marketplace.<\/p>\nMeanwhile, Orgaworld, a Dutch waste processing company, was founded to construct an anaerobic digestion plant BIOCEL in Lelystad, The Netherlands.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
We care about our planet and improving our home. We care about our employees and providing them with a safe, healthy, fun workplace that enables them to expand their horizons. We provide the best experience for our customers and maximizing our relationship with our shareholders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
We are stronger when we work together.\u00a0 We are open and listen to diverse opinions and ideas. We assume positive intent and know the belief in our purpose is our driving force.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Creative solutions to improve efficiency of our process. Challenging our own thinking to ensure continual improvement in our processes and ourselves. Think outside of the box.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our History<\/p><\/h2><\/div>
Convertus was created in 2019 by the merger of Renewi Canada and Waste Treatment Technologies (\u201cWTT\u201d) North America. In 2022, Envirem Organics joined the Convertus Group, making us the largest processor of organic waste in Canada. The merger created a dynamic business ideally positioned to be a part of the emerging circular economy. By closing the loop, we aim to keep resources in use for as long as possible through recycling and recovery.<\/p>\n
At Convertus, we can provide you with a complete solution for all of your organic waste treatment and recycling needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>
How we got to where we are today<\/p><\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Soon after being acquired by Convent Capital, Renewi Canada and WTT merged to form Convertus. Together, our history has been a story of opportunity resiliency, and adapting time-and-time-again to technological change and customer demand.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
In 2022, Envirem Organics, an environmental company that focuses on organic bio-products like mulches, soils and fertilizers joined the Convertus Group. This strategic partnership allowed us to broaden our reach across the country and establish ourselves as the largest processor of organic waste in Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Beginning the year on a high note, Convertus secured a 20-year contract to process curbside green bin waste for one of Canada\u2019s fastest-growing municipalities, the Region of York. To fulfil this contract, Convertus will be building a biofuel facility that will convert organic waste into fertilizer and renewable natural gas by March 2027.<\/p>\n
In addition to this milestone, Convertus was awarded a 25-year operating contract for a new organic waste facility that will be built in Saint-\u00c9tienne-des-Gr\u00e8s, Quebec.<\/p>\n
These notable achievements into the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and vibrant Quebec market, signify a momentous expansion of our operations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Building on our global presence, our group opened offices in China, Australia and Canada, completing their first projects in these regions.<\/p>\n
Driven by the needs of the market and our expertise, this was also the year our group acquired their first composting facility in Canada in Nanaimo, British Columbia.<\/p>\n
During this time, WTT and Renewi continued to build their relationship through the retrofitting of the Ottawa facility and upgrading the facility\u2019s odour abatement system and organic waste capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
In 2017, the Shanks Group, Orgaworld\u2019s parent company, merged with Van Gansewinkel Group to become Renewi plc. Shortly thereafter, Orgaworld Canada re-branded as Renewi Canada.<\/p>\n
Later that year, WTT and Renewi Canada worked together to finalize construction on North America\u2019s first closed-loop organic waste facility for the City of Surrey, British Columbia. The facility marked a major milestone for the waste industry, part of a growing need to move towards a sustainable future for all.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
For the first time, Orgaworld and WTT worked together on a Canadian Public Private Partnership (P3) project. This important project was to Design, Build and Operate (DBO) an organic waste facility for the City of Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. After months of collaboration and hard work, the teams were awarded the contract in 2015.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
WTT was acquired by Convent Capital, a long-term Dutch investor that focuses on buying and improving sustainable businesses. This enable WTT to further strengthen their position in the industry. Over the next few years, the teams worked together to refocus WTT\u2019s strategy on services, operational excellence and project sales.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
WTT secured a major contract for a mechanical biological treatment (MBT) facility in London, England.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
The City of Ottawa in Canada became the location of a second Canadian composting facility for Orgaworld, with the capacity to serve the nation\u2019s capital city.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Orgaworld\u2019s trailblazing organic waste composting facility Canadian facility became operational in London, Ontario.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
The development of anaerobic digestion opened a realm of possibilities for WTT. This led to various large contracts as a turnkey supplier of aerobic and anaerobic technologies.<\/p>\n
In 2007, Orgaworld was acquired by Shanks Group. With over 100 locations worldwide and 75 years\u2019 experience, the Shanks Group were amongst the top-level players worldwide in organic waste recycling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
As a market leader in waste technology, Orgaworld\u2019s reputation led to a 10-year contract for a source-separated organics composting facility located in London, Ontario. The facility took just two years to design, construct and become fully operational.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
In 2004, WTT became an independent company through a management buyout, and took on exciting opportunities to demonstrate the quality of its services in the field of waste management.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Orgaworld began construction on a bio-stabilization plant in Nijmegen in The Netherlands, and an anaerobic digestion plant in Groningen, Netherlands a year later.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
The Millennium signalled a period of rapid expansion for Orgaworld. The company acquired three organic waste treatment plants in Europe, including two tunnel composting facilities and one wet anaerobic digestion facility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
WTT operated as a subcontractor in process engineering for Horstmann GmbH\u2019s waste management and treatment projects. WTT established themselves as the contractor of choice for all Horstmann GmbH waste projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
In 1996 the founders of Waste Treatment Technologies (WTT), Horstmann GmbH and NON B.V. shared one simple goal: to design, construct, build and maintain waste recovery and recycling projects around the world. Right from the start, Waste Treatment Technologies (WTT) was defined by their innovative designs and modern functionality in this emerging marketplace.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Orgaworld, a Dutch waste processing company, was founded to construct an anaerobic digestion plant BIOCEL in Lelystad, The Netherlands.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t