NWRA, SWANA issue joint response to Bureau of Labor Statistics fatality data

Organizations call for accurate reporting and improved safety initiatives in response to increased fatality rate for refuse and recyclable materials collectors.

SWANA announces new EPR guidelines

Solid Waste Association of North America addresses key aspects of EPR policy for products and packaging.

Pennsylvania associations push for battery safety bill

Two waste-related associations in Pennsylvania encourage passage of lithium-ion battery producer responsibility bill.

SWANA names professional achievement, safety and YP award winners

Awards celebrate innovation, dedication and leadership in the industry.

ReMA seeks review of EPA’s designation of PFOA and PFOS as CERCLA hazardous substances

The association says the rule could upend recycling and global supply chains while threatening to increase carbon emissions and reliance on scarce natural resources.

Natalie Garcia

Natalie Garcia talks about her job as technical division manager for SWANA.

What I wish I had known as a young professional

Seven tips for young professionals starting their careers in the waste industry.

Personnel

New hires and promotions in the waste and recycling industry

Industry News

Recent news and developments from the waste and environmental services industry

SWANA appoints new board members

Tammy Hayes of global engineering and construction company CDM Smith has been named president for fiscal year 2025.

SWANA joins Canada Plastics Pact

The Canada Plastics Pact currently has more than 100 partners across the plastics value chain.