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.
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.
Sustainable 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 SMM Resources »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.
Explore Natural Disaster Resources »SWANA Publications
SWANA has published a variety of studies, guides, best practices, surveys, and reports.
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.
View the Solid Waste Glossary »
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SWANA's Latest News, Blogs, and Training Offerings
News
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Board of Directors Announces Acting CEO to Lead SWANA’s Continued Success
August 12, 2026
The SWANA Board of Directors is pleased to announce the Acting Chief Executive Officer Carolyn Muller as she leads the Association during this period of transition.
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SWANA Leadership Update
August 10, 2026
The SWANA Board of Directors wrote a letter to membership to announce Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director Amy Lestition Burke’s upcoming departure as Executive Director of SWANA.
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SWANA Announces Board of Directors for FY2027 Led by Lynsey Baer
July 1, 2026
Meet the new slate of SWANA's FY2027 Board of Directors.
Blogs
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St. Peters Environmental Campus to Offer Behind-the-Scenes Look at Recycling Systems During RCon®
August 11, 2026
Read a sneak peek of what RCon® 2026 attendees will experience when they tour the City of St. Peters Environmental Campus.
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Safety First: Safe + Sound Week
August 7, 2026
Participate in Safe + Sound Week 2026 to play your part in improving workplace safety.
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Safety First: MRF Safety
July 31, 2026
Use SWANA's tips to stay safe and prevent against injury when working at a Materials Recycling Facility (MRF).
Trainings
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SWANA Webinar - Turning Waste into Financial Intelligence: The Next Era of Resource Management Event
Aug 18, 2026
This webinar explores how leading operators are rethinking financial and operational data to better understand performance.
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Building Strong Community Relations: A Soft Skills Webinar for Solid Waste Professionals
Aug 20, 2026
This webinar brings together solid waste professionals to discuss the importance of developing a strong Community Relations Plan.
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USPP & SWANA Webinar - Tackling Recycling Realities: Bridging the Gap From Design to Recovery
Aug 27, 2026
An interactive knowledge-sharing workshop exploring the connection between packaging design, innovation, and recovery at materials recovery facilities (MRFs).
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YP Webinar Series: From Tension to Trust: Facilitation Tips and Conflict Resolution Tools
Sep 8, 2026
Webinar Speaker Erin Oulton is an RRS consultant and SWANA Young Professional leader who partners across Ohio to advance zero waste and sustainable materials management through data-driven planning, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on industry expertise.
