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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.

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Safety Resources

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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.

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Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

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The Landfill Management Technical Division’s Landfill Leachate and Liquids Committee provides up-to-date scientific and technical data about PFAS in solid waste.

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Sustainable Materials Management Resources

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SWANA strives to promote state-of-the-art approaches to improving the management and profitability of waste reduction, recycling, organics, and special waste programs.

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Natural 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.

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SWANA Publications

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SWANA has published a variety of studies, guides, best practices, surveys, and reports. 

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Technical Policies

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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.

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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.

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Solid Waste and Resource Management Glossary

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From Aerobic Decomposition to Zero Waste, the Solid Waste and Resource Management Glossary provides a collection of useful definitions.

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