Government and Regulations — January 23, 2020SWANA Sets Position on Extended Landfill Care ResponsibilityThe 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 SWANA. Technical Policy 9.4 – The Long-Term Management of Municipal Solid Waste Landfills states even after the end of the regulatory post-closure care period, landfill owners/operators should plan for […] Government and Regulations — January 23, 2020
Government and Regulations — January 14, 2020House Passes Sweeping Bill to Target Spread of Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’Last week, The House passed a bill that targets a class of chemicals abbreviated as PFAS that have been leaching into the water supply across the country, causing health problems in communities where water has been contaminated. PFAS are used in a variety of nonstick products such as raincoats, cookware and firefighting foam. They are […] Government and Regulations — January 14, 2020
Government and Regulations — January 13, 2020Pennsylvania DEP Approves Chrin Landfill’s Application for Expansion in Northampton CountyThe Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announces it has approved Chrin Landfill’s application for a permit renewal and an expansion at its facility in Williams Township, Northampton County. The combined actions allow Chrin to continue operating until January 6, 2030, and to expand its existing landfill by 30 acres to the east. The expansion […] Government and Regulations — January 13, 2020
Collection/Transfer — January 12, 2020State Adopts 5-Year Plan to Reduce Amount and Toxicity of Vermont’s WasteThe State’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is encouraging Vermonters to start the new decade with a commitment to trim “waste-lines.” Currently, the average Vermonter disposes over 1,300 pounds of trash per year. Over the next 5-years, the State and municipalities will help Vermonters bring the amount down to about 1,000 pounds each year. Small […] Collection/Transfer — January 12, 2020
Collection/Transfer — January 10, 2020NFPA Introduces Online and Instructor-Led Training to Educate Firefighters About Flammability and Toxicity Risks Associated with New RefrigerantsWith more than 200 countries agreeing to usher in a new class of refrigerants, effective this year, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and its research affiliate, the Fire Protection Research Foundation (Research Foundation), have released free online training for the fire service, as well as an instructor-led training module to educate firefighters about the potential […] Collection/Transfer — January 10, 2020
Collection/Transfer — January 9, 2020Aggressively Addressing PFAS at EPAAggressively addressing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is an active and ongoing priority for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “Under President Trump, EPA is continuing to aggressively implement our PFAS Action Plan – the most comprehensive cross-agency plan ever to address an emerging chemical of concern,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “For the first time […] Collection/Transfer — January 9, 2020
Collection/Transfer — January 9, 2020NWRA Highlights a Banner Year of AccomplishmentsThe National Waste and Recycling Association (NWRA) released its annual report highlighting its 2019 accomplishments. The association achieved significant policy goals as well as identified opportunities to make the industry safer. “I am proud of our team and our accomplishments in 2019. We are an advocacy organization determined to achieve tangible results for the proud […] Collection/Transfer — January 9, 2020
Landfills — January 7, 2020New SWANA Report Focuses on Safety at LandfillsSafety is a primary focus for SWANA. The SWANA Applied Research Foundation (ARF) identified the need for research on innovations in employee and customer safety at municipal solid waste landfills and focused on that topic for its latest report, “Employee, Commercial Hauler, and Self-hauler Safety at Landfills.” The report evaluates Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) worker […] Landfills — January 7, 2020
Collection/Transfer — January 6, 2020NAWTEC Education Now at SWANApaloozaSessions you used to find at NAWTEC (North American Waste to Energy Conference) are merging into SWANApalooza in 2020, building on the conference theme “Connecting Our Resources.” At the same time, SWANA’s Waste to Energy Technical Division is focusing on new technologies as the industry evolves. Now called Waste Conversion and Energy Recovery, the division […] Collection/Transfer — January 6, 2020
Landfills — January 2, 2020Odor Dispersion Systems: What is Right for Your SiteBy taking a proactive approach to understanding your facility’s odor sources and what technology is needed, you can effectively use plant-based solutions to neutralize troublesome odors and provide a friendly environment for your workers and community neighbors. By Dr. Laura Haupert Municipal sludge, solid waste, composting and co-composting facilities, landfills and waste transfer stations often […] Landfills — January 2, 2020
Landfills — December 31, 2019Odor Control Best PracticesKeep learning new tips and tricks every year and you will be sure to stay ahead of your odor challenges. By Joe Provenzano The world of waste handling is changing. In years past, landfills could operate with little to no impact on neighboring communities, but this is often not the case today. Over the years, […] Landfills — December 31, 2019
Landfills — December 31, 2019Attacking Odor at the SourceWhen new communities encroach on previously secluded operations, odor emissions are typically not “grandfathered” into future permits. Choosing the correct technology that is easily maintained, adaptable to conditions, cost-effective over the long term and safe to operate is essential to any successful odor control plan. By Jason Lesch and Mike Lewis People at the local […] Landfills — December 31, 2019
