Safety First in the Solid Waste Industry

October 22, 2024

SWANA WELCOMES OVER 1,200 WASTE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS TO WASTECON® 2024 FOR KNOWLEDGE-SHARING, PROBLEM-SOLVING, AND UNIQUE NETWORKING FUN

Waste and resource management professionals from across the U.S. and seven countries are gathered in Grapevine, TX, for WASTECON®, an event featuring 1,200 attendees and 137 exhibitors.

October 20, 2024

SWANA Announces New Guidelines on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

SWANA is excited to announce new guidelines and a Technical Policy on EPR, designed to enhance recycling and reuse systems while prioritizing safety.

October 08, 2024

SWANA RESPONDS TO THE RECENT HURRICANES TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE ROLE OF THE SOLID WASTE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INDUSTRY

SWANA is continuing to monitor the Hurricane Helene recovery and Hurricane Milton preparation from the lens of potential implications for our industry.

January 31, 2025

Safety First: Noise Exposure

Check out our tips on protecting your hearing and preventing hearing loss, especially for employees working at materials recovery facilities (MRFs) and around heavy vehicles.

January 24, 2025

Safety First: Stretching at Work

Stretching throughout your workday can increase mobility and flexibility and protect against muscle strain and tension. Read our tips to incorporate stretching into your daily activities.

January 17, 2025

Safety First: Working in the Cold

Read our tips to minimize the dangers of cold-related injuries and maintain productivity while working in cold or freezing conditions.