August 19, 2026 — Silver Spring, MD The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) congratulates the recipients of the 2026 SWANA Awards in the categories of: Professional Achievement; Young Professionals; Collection & Transfer; Communication, Education & Marketing; Landfill Gas & Biogas; Landfill Management; Safety; Sustainable Materials Management; and Waste Conversion & Energy Recovery. Recognized…
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The SWANA Board of Directors announced the Acting Chief Executive Officer Carolyn Muller as she leads the Association during this period of transition. With a deep understanding of SWANA’s mission, operations, and strategic priorities, Mrs. Muller has been an integral part of the Association’s leadership team and is exceptionally well positioned to ensure a seamless…
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SWANA has announced Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director Amy Lestition Burke’s upcoming departure as Executive Director of the Solid Waste Association of North America. Amy joined SWANA in November of 2023, and during those three years, Amy has been a change agent for SWANA, leading the organization through a period of transition and helping to rebuild…
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Congratulations to the following individuals who have been elected to the SWANA FL Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term:
July 1, 2026 — Silver Spring, MD The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) is pleased to announce President Lynsey Baer has been elected as President of the board of directors. The fiscal year 2027 board begins its term on July 1, 2026, using its experience to guide SWANA’s mission to advance from waste…
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The SWANA Florida Sunshine Chapter proudly recognizes and celebrates the vital contributions of solid waste and recycling professionals during Waste & Recycling Workers Week. We extend special appreciation to front‑line collection employees for the essential work they do each day to keep our communities clean and safe. SWANA is grateful for the dedication and commitment…
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May 13, 2026 — Silver Spring, MD The SWANA Applied Research Foundation (ARF) released a new report titled Horizontal Landfill Gas Collection Systems. This report provides updated guidance to assist solid waste professionals in designing, installing, and operating horizontal landfill gas (LFG) collection systems. Developed with input from SWANA’s ARF Disposal Group and the Landfill Gas…
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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 SWANA FL Road-E-O! The first place winners will represent our chapter at the International Road-E-O later this year. TRUCKS TRACTOR TRAILOR1st – Mike Phillips, Lee County2nd – Mike New, Lee County3rd – Wayne Gannie, Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County SIDE LOADER1st – Tim Jones, City of…
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April 28, 2026 — Silver Spring, MD The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) released three updated Technical Policies on key industry topics: the Development of Regulations Related to Solid Waste Management; the Safe Recycling of Electronic Waste; and Conversion Technologies, Resource Recovery, and Energy Recovery as Part of Integrated Solid Waste Management. “Technical Policies are…
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April 21, 2025 — Silver Spring, MD The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) congratulates the award recipients of the 2026 SWANA Student Design Competition. The competition gives college and university students the opportunity to solve “real world” challenges faced by waste and resource management professionals. This year’s challenge, ”AI-Driven Route Optimization and Hazardous Waste…
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