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Ways You Can Spread the Word

Most people know very little about the solid waste industry and how we are Environmentalists. Every Day. But many people say they are interested in learning more about our companies and the industry. And the 368,000 men and women who work in the solid waste field have a great story to tell. We need to share our pride about our work with our families and friends, neighbors and others in our communities. Here ideas for spreading the word:

Communications Toolkit/Resources

Toolkit CoverNSWMA and WASTEC members may access a variety of regularly-updated communications resources (such as a logos, facts sheet, handouts and training materials) (Log in here to access lots of resources: WASTEC | NSWMA.) to help communicate with students, community groups, public officials and the media. Want access, but not a member? Join today!

What Happens to Your Trash?WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR TRASH

This poster and handout provides a detailed explanation about what happens to most waste from collection, through processing, including recycling, composting, landfilling and waste-based energy production. Download today.


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Do you have a story about your company or our industry that you would like us to feature on the site? Email us today with information and photos.

Online Networking and Resources

The Environmental Industry Associations (NSWMA and WASTEC) are active on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.Our groups/pages are below:

Facebook

Join us on Facebook. Visit and "Like" our Facebook fan page, tag and submit photos, write on our wall, network with industry leaders and most importantly share with your friends!

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Follow us on Twitter. Read tweets from NSWMA and WASTEC. Also, see an aggregate feed of tweets from solid waste industry.
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Read our blog. Comment on our posts.
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Watch our channel on YouTube.


Other Things You Can Do

The are many things that solid waste professionals can do to help educate people about the importance of the solid waste industry. You should:

  • Include positive comments about industry in everyday conversations with your family and friends.
  • Let you family and friends know about this website. Encourage people you know to visit the site and learn about our industry.
  • Talk to community groups and in online forums about your company/work.
  • Share information about the industry with teachers and students at local schools. Find resources for students and teachers here.
  • Write or call your public officials to share information about the importance of your work, your companies and the industry.
  • If you have other ideas, let us know, how we can help.

Ask the Waste Industry Expert

Kneiss HeadshotQ. Can the recycling rate go up?

A. Yes! All of us have a stake in this. We should put our prepared recyclables out for collection and buy products made with recycled content. Businesses should make more recycled-content products and join recycling organizations. Governments should improve collection efficiency and do full-cost accounting.

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From the Environmentalists Everyday Blog

  • NSWMA Forms Alabama Chapter
    The National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) announced the formation of an Alabama Chapter of NSWMA. The Alabama Chapter is the first new chapter to join NSWMA since the formation of the New York City Chapter in 2000. NSWMA currently has 25 chapters in 26 states and the District of Columbia. To learn more about [...]

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