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.
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.
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.
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 MoreSWANA 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 MoreSWANA 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 has published a variety of studies, guides, best practices, surveys, and reports.
Explore SWANA’s collection of publications.
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.
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.
From Aerobic Decomposition to Zero Waste, the Solid Waste and Resource Management Glossary provides a collection of useful definitions.
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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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November 15, 2025
SWANA honored America Recycles Day with a standout RCon™ keynote focused on the future of recycling.
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From in-person workshops to practical guides and virtual training, SWANA’s 2026 safety education offerings are designed to meet professionals where they are—whether leading teams, managing facilities, or setting organizational safety strategy.
January 27, 2026
In this ever-changing PFAS regulatory landscape, make sure you have the terminology, regulatory background, and knowledge of treatment and destruction technologies to make the most informed decisions for your landfill and your organization.
January 23, 2026
Enhance site safety at your landfill with our effective traffic signage tips.
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Mar 19, 2026
Join SWANA in Washington, DC on March 19, 2026 for a new approach to safety. Go beyond compliance and get to the root of prevention.