Elizabeth Roe Takes the Helm: SWANA Announces Board of Directors for FY2026

July 1, 2025

SWANA announces FY2026 Board of Directors, welcoming new leadership and renewing its commitment to organizational growth.

NWRA and SWANA Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Safety, Education, and Advocacy on Behalf of the Waste and Recycling Industry

May 7, 2025

NWRA and SWANA signed an MOU at WasteExpo® 2025 to boost collaboration on safety, education, and advocacy in resource management.

SWANA Partners with the US Plastics Pact

May 1, 2025

SWANA has partnered with the US Plastics Pact, announcing the USPP will co-locate an event at SWANA's upcoming RCon™ conference.

Safety First: Dehydration Prevention

July 3, 2025

Stay safe on the job with our tips to prevent dehydration and reduce the risk of heat illness and physical strain.

Safety First: Heat Acclimatization

June 27, 2025

As new heat records continue to hit the US and Canada this summer, read our tips on acclimatization to build a healthy tolerance to heat and stay safe on the job.

Safety First: Ergonomics

June 20, 2025

Read our tips on ergonomics to help prevent a musculoskeletal disorder due to awkward postures and repetitive or forceful motions.

New Technical Division Leadership and Other Leadership Positions Announced

July 9, 2024

In addition to the SWANA FY2025 Board of Directors, SWANA is proud to recognize members leading in other key roles.

CIRCLE Alliance Launched to Reduce Plastic Pollution

July 9, 2024

The CIRCLE Alliance —Catalyzing Inclusive, Resilient, and Circular Local Economies—will invest in initiatives for reducing plastic waste and supporting circular economy principles.

US Supreme Court Rulings on EPA Good Neighbor Rule and Chevron Doctrine

July 9, 2024

The US Supreme Court has announced two decisions that may be of special interest for SWANA members.

SWANA Joins the Canada Plastics Pact

July 9, 2024

SWANA joins more than 100 partners from across the plastics value chain that are pursuing the Pact’s four targets.

Efficient Management of Waste Recycling Collection Resources

Publication date: March, 2022. This report provides guidance on managing waste and recycling services optimally and efficiently.

ARF Report: Analysis of Recycling Markets Trends & Impacts

Carbon Dioxide Avoided Emissions Costs

This provides solid waste managers with up-to-date information and guidance on carbon dioxide avoided emissions costs associated with options for processing mixed organics - such as food waste, yard trimmings, paper and wood - rather than disposing...

How Do We Turn off the Tap: Ending the Sale of Hazardous Products with No End-of-Life Plan

Understand that upstream solutions will always be more successful at preventing pollution, reducing hazards, and keeping costs down.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Products that Cause Fires: Batteries, Compressed Gas Tanks, Marine Flares & More

Understand that upstream solutions will always be more successful at preventing pollution, reducing hazards, and keeping costs down.

Navigating Your Career Journey

Join us for an insightful webinar on career progression and how to prepare yourself at every stage of your professional journey. Pulling from their personal experiences, our panelists address essential topics, including setting career goals...

Pathways to Career Success: Insider Tips and Strategies

A Year of Plastic: Uncovering Household Waste and Reduction

How much plastic does a family produce in a year? This is the question Fred set out to answer when challenged to save all his plastic waste for an entire year. With his office overflowing with plastic and no clear plan for its use, Fred teamed up...

Unlock Your Future: Opportunities for Students and YPs

Are you a student member of SWANA? Join us for an insightful webinar and learn about the exciting opportunities available for young professionals and students through SWANA. Hear inspiring stories from former student members who used SWANA...

We're Running Out of Space. Now What?

Join panelists from within and beyond the industry to discuss the role landfills play as essential infrastructure in our communities and regions. What happens as landfills near capacity? What issues do communities face as they plan not just for...

Innovative Approaches to Zero Waste

SWANA is excited to offer its members a unique webinar featuring a review of SWANA’s recent report on “Zero Waste Programs: An Analysis of Seattle's Performance Data” and a presentation by Seattle on the city’s new approach to measuring zero waste...

The New and Improved EJScreen: The EPA's EJ Screening Tool

There's lots to explore within the enhanced EJScreen 2.3 feature set. Make plans to attend this informative and actionable webinar that will help you utilize the data in productive ways.

Food Waste Series Part 2: CA Senate Bill 1383

This 2-part webinar series is designed to address critical issues in food waste management and organic waste reduction. Part 1: "From Research to Action: Reducing Food Waste with the U.S. EPA and Other Leaders" Explore groundbreaking strategies to...