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Executive Director
Update: Ty Marsh
SWACO is leading three
major public processes that strive to reduce the cost of waste disposal,
increase technologies to recycle more and generate income, and extend the life
of the landfill beyond the next two generations. The results of two studies will
assist SWACO in moving forward.
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SWACO and Battelle Report Assesses Best Practices to Recoup Value from Landfilled Materials
To keep as much solid
waste from entering the landfill, and generate revenue opportunities from the
district’s solid waste, SWACO consulted with Battelle Memorial Institute and Resource
Recycling Systems to study future potential.
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Take the Website Survey
With more than 300,000 visitors a year going to www.SWACO.org, the website has become the go-to place for information and education. As SWACO continues to strive for excellence in communication we would like to know how we could improve the website.
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Special Recycling Activities Announced
Plastic bags, household
hazardous waste, prescription medications and political signs all have one
thing in common – they can be easily recycled. Mark your calendar for these
upcoming community drop-off opportunities.
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Get the Scoop on Fall Recycling
Fall
provides an opportunity to focus on recycling, especially yard waste. SWACO
dedicates $1.5 million annually to provide curbside yard waste recycling at no
cost for Franklin County residents. Compost, curbside and drop-off options are
available.
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Consortiums Provide Lower Costs, More Services
For over a decade, SWACO has assisted Franklin County
communities in competitively and collaboratively bidding for waste and
recycling services. Grove City, Urbancrest and Jackson Township will review contracts
this fall and expand residential recycling services.
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The Landfill Tour - An Eye Opener for Many
Thousands of students and adults visit the
Franklin County Sanitary Landfill each year and walk away with a new appreciation
for the technical and environmental expertise needed to dispose of the area’s
waste. For many it is a life- changer.
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Local and National Conversations
SWACO is creating and participating in the
dialogue at key organizations near and far - The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning
Commission Summit on Sustainability, National Municipal Roundtable and GroveCity2050 to name a few.
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Getting the Word Out- Festivals and Food
SWACO is working hard to
make central Ohio a leader by turning up the volume on issues involving
diversion and waste reduction, while providing program grants to put it into
action.
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Award Recognizes Financial Reporting Excellence
SWACO has received the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction
from State Auditor Dave Yost. The award is presented for SWACO’s excellent,
‘clean’ and accurate record keeping, with a demonstrated commitment to
accountability.
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GreenSpot Highlights Library Sustainability
Not only has the Columbus Metropolitan Library been recognized as the ‘best library in the country’, the organization is also known for their serious approach to sustainability. GreenSpot recognized the Library’s successes this month.
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Join the SWACO Team
Passionate about recycling, composting, the
environment, or waste management? Visit the SWACO website to review open
positions and apply today, we are hiring!
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