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With more than 1,000 members, the SWANA Landfill Management Division remains one of the largest and most active technical divisions.
The SWANA Landfill Management Technical Division (LFMTD) is committed to:
The Landfill Management Technical Division is focusing on these hot topics:
The Landfill Management Technical Division Awards committee evaluates nominations and presents SWANA Awards.
The Landfill Rebranding Committee is a joint effort between the Landfill Management Technical Division and the Communication, Education, and Marketing Technical Division. The Committee focuses on how to communicate more effectively about the role of landfills within integrated solid waste management systems. Committee work includes development of programming for SOAR and WASTECON; tracking and reviewing landfill data; and finding, sharing, and curating case study information.
Addresses leachate treatment costs, which represent one of the largest (if not the largest) cost category for many landfills. In addition, wastewater discharge regulations are tightening and, as a result, there’s a growing interest in and need for on-site treatment.
Tracks current and pending legislation at the federal and state levels, providing comments and writing letters to elected officials in support of the stance taken by SWANA on key issues.
Reviews speaking proposals submitted for SOAR® and other events. Members also can serve as moderators for technical sessions at events.
Provides training and education through courses and publications, assuring program quality. Courses have included:
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