Resources
SWANA offers an extensive and growing collection of valuable information and tools designed to enhance your understanding and expertise in the fields of solid waste management and resource management.
Applied Research Foundation Reports
SWANA's Applied Research Foundation (ARF) conducts collectively-funded research on solid waste and resource management issues selected by foundation subscribers.
Learn more about the ARF and explore the extensive and diverse library of reports.
Safety Resources
With a strong commitment to fostering a culture of safety across the waste and resource management industry, SWANA delivers a variety of safety resources that address top issues.
Explore SWANA's extensive offerings of Safety Resources.
Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
The Landfill Management Technical Division’s Landfill Leachate and Liquids Committee provides up-to-date scientific and technical data about PFAS in solid waste.
Learn more about PFAS and see the latest information.
Learn MoreSustainable Materials Management Resources
SWANA strives to promote state-of-the-art approaches to improving the management and profitability of waste reduction, recycling, organics, and special waste programs.
Explore SWANA's Sustainable Materials Management Resources.
Learn MoreNatural Disaster Resources
SWANA has compiled a variety of resources for solid waste and resource management professionals to stay up-to-date after a natural disaster.
These resources can be critical in assisting the community, as well as ensuring your own safety.
Learn MoreSWANA Publications
SWANA has published a variety of studies, guides, best practices, surveys, and reports.
Explore SWANA’s collection of publications.
Technical Policies
Technical Policies set forth positions SWANA takes on the various technical aspects associated with the field of solid waste and resource management.
SWANA Technical Policies are free and available to the general public.
Professional Services Directory
The Professionals Services Directory provides information on potential vendors that could support the work of your organization.
Access the Directory and learn how your organization can be listed.
Solid Waste and Resource Management Glossary
From Aerobic Decomposition to Zero Waste, the Solid Waste and Resource Management Glossary provides a collection of useful definitions.
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SWANA's Latest News, Blogs, and Training Offerings
News
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SWANA, NWRA, and ReMA Release Draft Guide to Improve Lithium-Ion Battery Management at Materials Recovery Facilities
December 18, 2025
SWANA, NWRA, and ReMA have collaborated on a comprehensive guide sharing best practices for managing lithium-ion batteries found in waste and recycling streams.
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RCon™ 2025: A Landmark Success in Waste and Resource Management
November 19, 2025
RCon™ united nearly 1,700 industry leaders in Columbus to explore cutting-edge solutions, spark collaboration, and reimagine waste as a valuable resource.
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SWANA Celebrates America Recycles Day with Special RCon™ Keynote
November 15, 2025
SWANA honored America Recycles Day with a standout RCon™ keynote focused on the future of recycling.
Blogs
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Advocacy Updates: Canada Landfill Regulations, Recycling Grants & Legislation, PFAS, and More
December 18, 2025
SWANA provides its Core Advocacy Group with regular updates on policies that may impact the work SWANA members, along with recent advocacy action taken on public policy programs.
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A Year of SWANA Impact, Innovation & Value
December 18, 2025
As we close out another impactful year, it’s worth pausing to reflect on the benefits and value SWANA and its membership has delivered in 2025 to advance our mission to support the waste and resource management industry.
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The Importance of Communicating About Recycling During the Holiday Season
December 17, 2025
Discover ways to engage your community and encourage proper plastics recycling and responsible household disposal this holiday season.
Trainings
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Collaborative Just Culture® Program: An Evidence-Based Approach to Reducing Accidents and Injuries
Jan 28, 2026
MSW systems across the US face pressure to recover more material, reduce contamination, & find scalable solutions for organics diversion. We will focus on the role of MRFs and how they can evolve to better separate compostable and non-organic fractions.
