NSWMA Programs & News

The National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) is the trade association that represents the private sector companies in North America that provide solid, hazardous and medical waste collection, recycling and disposal services, and companies that provide professional and consulting services to the waste services industry. We are committed to:

Representing the industry before local governments, state legislatures and regulatory agencies, Congress and federal regulatory agencies (EPA, DOT, OSHA).
Planning events that are the place for industry leaders to network with their peers and discuss business issues.
Providing members with variety of complimentary publications about industry trends.
Providing members assistance and information to help improve their safety, efficiency and profitability.

News

Webinar about NY e-Waste Law

Did you miss the recent webinar sponsored by the New York State and New York City chapters of NSWMA regarding the new e-waste law in New York? The recording of the session may be downloaded (WAV file [81 Mb, audio only], MPEG 4 file [83 Mb, audio/video]).

C&D Wood Fuel Specifications

The Construction Materials Recycling Association (CMRA) and the National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA), worked together to develop viable, in-use construction and demolition (C&D) wood fuel specifications. The specifications are based on industry experience, permit requirements for boilers using C&D wood as a fuel stock and regulatory requirements governing the use of this material. The specifications provide real world guidance on what works in the marketplace for C&D wood fuel buyers (boiler owners and operators) and sellers (C&D wood processors). Download copy of C&D wood fuel specifications (PDF, 148 Kb).

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Delay

The U.S. EPA announced an extension for the reporting requirement deadline associated with its new Greenhouse Gas (GHG) data reporting program. EPA says that it is extending deadline -- originally March 31 -- and plans to have the final uploading tool available this summer, with the data scheduled to be published later this year. EPA says it will provide more detail in coming weeks.

Events & Activities

EIA Women’s Council Scholarships

The EIA Women’s Council (WC) recently announced the recipients for its three $5,000 2012-2013 academic scholarships. This scholarship program assists qualified individuals in their pursuit of education that will lead to careers in the environmental industry. All employees whose companies are members of the NSWMA or WASTEC and their dependents are eligible to apply. Since the program’s inception in 2007, the Women’s Council has awarded more than $50,000 in scholarships to 21 students. (Learn about scholarship recipients here.)

Drivers of the Year Awards

This program recognizes and honors waste industry drivers committed to safety, quality and service. (DOY Award Info & Archive, 1995-2012)

WasteExpo

NSWMA is a sponsor of WasteExpo, the solid waste industry's premier trade show and education event. Learn more about exhibiting or attending WasteExpo 2013 in New Orleans, from May 21-23.

NSWMA Dues Contribution Program

Planning for WasteExpo? NSWMA members are eligible to get discount on your booth space and receive a contribution towards your dues, based on size of exhibit space.

Programs

Safety Programs

NSWMA and WASTEC and their members promote industry safety as a core value. Solid waste operations can pose safety risks to employees and others. Trash collection, processing and disposal are potentially dangerous activities if they are not performed by workers who are properly trained and operating equipment that is not properly maintained. NSWMA and WASTEC offer a variety of safety videos, training materials and programs to help employers and employees reduce fatalities, injuries and accidents. Learn more about our safety programs here.

Environmentalists. Every Day.

NSWMA's "Environmentalists. Every Day: America's Solid Waste Industry" educational program includes various resources to inform people about the solid waste industry. Learn how you and your company can use these resources.

Women’s Council

The EIA Women’s Council works for the professional advancement of women through meaningful and useful education, assistance, support, and mentoring. Visit the EIA Women’s Council website.

Future Industry Leaders Alliance

The EIA's Future Industry Leaders Alliance promotes the professional leadership and executive advancement of members through education, networking and mentoring. More info about FILA here.

Chairman's Council

This group provides an opportunity for owners and senior managers at privately held companies to visit various waste facilities, including transfer stations, MRFs and landfills, as well as to share ideas about the industry and socialize. More info about Chairman's Council here.

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Safety Program

NSWMA offers a variety of safety videos, training materials and programs to help employers and employees reduce fatalities, injuries and accidents.

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NSWMA Events

Georgia Chapter Golf Tournament (5/16, Sugar Hill, GA)
Illinois Chapter Trash Can Open (5/18, Bloomingdale, IL)
VWIA Summer Event (5/23-24, Williamsburg, VA)
Oklahoma Chapter Meeting (6/6, Stillwater, OK)
Minnesota Chapter Trash Can Open (6/11, Anoka, MN)
Indiana Chapter Trash Can Open (6/21, Danville, IN)
Carolinas Chapter Meeting (7/17-18, Southern Pines, NC)

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