SWANA FL Announces New Directors
Congratulations to the following individuals who have been elected to the SWANA FL Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term:
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SWANA Announces Board of Directors for FY2027 Led by Lynsey Baer
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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Waste & Recycling Workers Week
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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SWANA Releases New ARF Report on Horizontal Landfill Gas Collection Systems
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 2026 Road-E-O Winners!
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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SWANA Updates Key Technical Policies
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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SWANA Announces Award Recipients of the 2026 Student Design Competition
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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SWANA to Modernize Landfill Gas Training – Request for Proposals Opens
The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) announced that it is updating its Landfill Gas (LFG) Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Training, a cornerstone resource used nationwide to support resource management professionals. “The landfill gas landscape continues to evolve, driven by regulatory changes, technological advancements, and an increased focus on performance and compliance,” says SWANA…
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WTE MACT Standards Released
New MACT rules for Large Municipal Combustors https://www.epa.gov/stationary-sources-air-pollution/large-municipal-waste-combustors-lmwc-new-source-performance
SWANA and EREF Sign MOU to Advance Research and Education in Waste and Resource Management
February 25, 2026 — Indian Wells, CA The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) and the Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this week during a signing ceremony at the Global Waste Management Symposium in Indian Wells, California. The MOU formalizes collaboration between the two organizations to advance research,…
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