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SWANA Members Receive Legacy Awards

20 SWANA Members recognized for their dedication to the industry MSW Management celebrates its 30th anniversary by recognizing solid waste leaders who took part in shaping the industry in the United States and Canada. The Legacy Awards honor 30 individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the solid waste industry. The Solid…
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Maryland Governor Extends Appreciation to SWANA and Industry

Governor Larry Hogan Thanks Solid Waste Industry in Letter to SWANA Silver Spring, MD – The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) has received a letter from Maryland’s Governor, Larry Hogan, thanking  “SWANA and our nation’s waste management professionals for their tireless efforts throughout the ongoing public health crisis.” Governor Hogan is the chair…
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A Letter from the SWANA FL President

SWANA Florida Sunshine Chapter Members, After much deliberation, I have the unfortunate duty to pass along that the Executive Committee has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Summer Conference and Chapter Road-E-O. This decision was a combination of safety concerns, travel constraints and evaluation of our contracts with the host hotels.  We are in the process of negotiating…
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Media Advisory: Waste & Recycling During COVID-19 Pandemic

SWANA Available to Discuss Waste & Recycling Issues, Tips for Public The Solid Waste Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) is recognized as a leading subject matter expert on solid waste management in the United States. SWANA has been providing guidance guidance to municipal and private sector waste and recycling operations to help protect…
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Board of Directors and Awards Nomination Forms Available

The 2020 Board of Directors Nomination Form is now available.  The deadline to nominate individuals for the Board of Directors is Monday, March 30, 2020.  Four Chapter Director positions will be filled.  We strongly encourage public and private sector members to apply as this will maintain balance to the board.  If you would like to nominate…
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New Report: Highest Shortage of Truck Drivers in a Decade Uniquely Impacts Waste Collection Industry

SWANA’s Applied Research Foundation identifies causes and solutions including the recruitment of female drivers Silver Spring, MD – February 10, 2020 – Latest trucking statistics show that the shortage of over-the-road (OTR) truck drivers in the U.S. is at the highest level it has been in 15 years–a driver shortage mirrored in the waste collection…
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Solid Waste and Resource Management Industry Lauds Congressional Hearings on Recycling Programs

National Organization Urges Congressional Action on Proposed Legislation Silver Spring, MD – February 5, 2020 – The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) commends the U.S. House of Representatives for holding a hearing today on “Strengthening Community Recycling Programs: Challenges and Opportunities.” The February 5 hearing held by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior,…
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Recycling and Waste Management Advocates Commend Senate Passage of Save Our Seas Bill

Silver Spring, MD – January 28, 2020 – The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) and Keep America Beautiful® (KAB) commend and fully support the Senate passage of the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, (S.1982)—via unanimous vote—and now strongly urge the U.S. House of Representatives to consider and pass this bill. The Save Our…
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Recycling and Waste Management Advocates Commend Senate Passage of Save Our Seas Bill

National Organizations Call on U.S. House of Representatives to Support Curbing of Ocean Debris Silver Spring, MD – January 28, 2020 – The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) and Keep America Beautiful® (KAB) commend and fully support the Senate passage of the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, (S.1982)—via unanimous vote—and now strongly urge…
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SWANA Sets Position on Extended Landfill Care Responsibility

Silver Spring, MD – January 23, 2020 – The obligation to care for closed landfills does not end when regulatory post-closure care periods are complete, according to a new technical policy just released by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA). Technical Policy 9.4 – The Long-Term Management of Municipal Solid Waste Landfills states…
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