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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SWANA Statement on BLS 2024 National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries
February 19, 2026
SWANA issued a response to the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024 National Census of Fatal Occupational injuries, emphasizing SWANA's continued commitment to offering training, resources and a network of safety-minded professionals.
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SWANA Partners with Fire Rover to Develop Fire Incident Reporting Tool
February 17, 2026
SWANA and Fire Rover have partnered to launch a new webpage designed to streamline fire incident reporting.
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SWANA WELCOMES OVER 1,200 WASTE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS TO WASTECON® 2024 FOR KNOWLEDGE-SHARING, PROBLEM-SOLVING, AND UNIQUE NETWORKING FUN
October 22, 2024
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.
Blogs
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Safety First: Safety Culture
July 17, 2026
Move beyond compliance with actionable steps to strengthen workplace safety.
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Safety First: Flooding
July 10, 2026
Flooding can happen with little warning. Review our safety tips to help protect yourself on the job.
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Safety First: Heat
July 3, 2026
Heat is the deadliest weather-related hazard in the US. Learn how to recognize the signs of heat illness and protect yourself while working outdoors this summer.
