SWACO Update - Summer 2018

Event Goer Recycling

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TY MARSH: 

SWACO SUCCESSFULLY TACKLES 

THREE MAJOR INITIATIVES

Over the past couple of years, SWACO has been involved in three significant initiatives to further our mission of improving the waste stream through effective reduction, recycling and disposal. These undertakings have concluded with positive results for Franklin County. 

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Circular Economy

Study Reveals Economic Impact 

of Local Recycling Industry

We’ve always known that recycling was good for the environment. Now, SWACO is documenting that it’s an economic driver and jobs-producer as well. 

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Recycling Container

SWACO Grant Program 

Supports Community Projects

SWACO is seeking applications for its 2019 Community Waste Reduction Grant Program. Non-profits and governmental entities such as parks, public schools and universities can apply for grant funding to support innovative waste-reduction and recycling programs.

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Food Scraps
Composting class

SWACO Launches Initiative 

to Reduce Food Waste

In 2016, food waste comprised about 12.8 percent, or 143,616 tons, of the material entering the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill. With plenty of opportunity to reduce the amount of food waste going to the landfill, SWACO has launched the Central Ohio Food Waste Initiative. 

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Turn Yard Waste Into Compost

Did you know that yard waste is not permitted in the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill? That’s why most communities in Franklin County offer a yard waste pickup program. Find out how you can easily turn yard waste into valuable compost. READ MORE

"Recycle Right" Pilot Succeeds at Educating Residents 

Following a four-month recycling educational campaign, residents in three Central Ohio communities now report they are recycling more than beforeREAD MORE

New Children's Garden Opens with SWACO-Funded Composting Sign

“Wormy” debuted at the Franklin Park Conservatory's new Children's Garden earlier this summer and is helping families learn about the benefits and ease of at-home composting. READ MORE

Save the Date: Upcoming Events

Household Hazardous Waste Events

  • Saturday, September 8, at Westerville Service Center
  • Saturday, September 29, at Kingston Center in Grove City

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

  • October 27, 2018  

 

SWACO in the News

SWACO expands services to more communities

SWACO, EMC Research poll shows positive views on recycling in Central Ohio

Authorities say environmental crime is a growing problem in Central Ohio  

Clean Cities Coalitions enlighten local fleets on landfill gas as fuel

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