SWANA has the articles, white papers, research and how-to guides to help solid waste professionals.
SWANA provides these safety resources to support our commitment to improving safety in the solid waste industry.
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View SWANA’s Affinity PartnersHere are resources SWANA has gathered to support solid waste workers, employers and customers during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Browse the Professional Services DirectoryHere are resources for everyone on how to #RecycleRight.
View SWANA’s Recycling ResourcesSWANA’s Applied Research Foundation (ARF) conducts collectively-funded research on solid waste issues selected by foundation subscribers.
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Visit the Career CenterMay 30, 2023
Beginning June 5, 2023, the City of Broken Arrow will be the first municipality in the area to offer recycling and garbage labels for each cart written in Braille.
May 9, 2023
SWANA’s Applied Research Foundation’s report provides up-to-date information on materials and strategies to control odors from landfills.
April 12, 2023
Richard Yep, CAE, FASAE, has been named Interim Executive Director of the Solid Waste Association of North America effective April, 2023.
June 2, 2023
Explore the significance of waste conservation in combating global warming and provide actionable tips for conserving waste this summer.
May 24, 2023
This exciting event provided operators of solid waste collection and landfill equipment an opportunity to showcase their skills while promoting safety in the industry.
May 9, 2023
To view photos from SOAR 2023, please visit SWANA's Flickr page.
Publication date: March, 2022. This report provides guidance on managing waste and recycling services optimally and efficiently.
Publication date: November, 2022. This report provides solid waste landfill managers with up-to-date information and guidance on PFAS management and treatment options for landfill leachate.
Publication Date: December, 2021. Presents costs and effectiveness of educational programs designed to improve residential curbside recycling behaviors.
June 5, 2023
Robert “Bob” Epler of San Diego, California passed away on June 1, 2023, at age 84.
June 2, 2023
OSHA is asking for stakeholder input on their current use of leading indicators and their impact on managing their safety and health management systems.
June 2, 2023
One of the main priorities of SWANA's Strategic Plan is getting members of the solid waste and resource management profession off the list of the top ten most dangerous jobs.
May 24, 2023
Don’t miss out on member benefits by allowing your certification to lapse. To be eligible for certification renewal, you must meet two requirements.