Over the past several weeks, legislation addressing recycling and solid waste management has been announced or introduced in both the US House of Representatives and Senate. Additionally, members of Congress submitted a letter to the Secretaries of the Department of Commerce and the Environmental Protection Agency expressing their concerns about the state of recycling in the United States. Below is an outline of these activities for review.
The Used Oil Management Associations of Canada manage the collection and recycling of lubricating oil and antifreeze containers distributed in Canada to the residential and commercial sectors, creating a circular economy. Almost all oil and antifreeze containers distributed in Canada are single material HDPE plastic, which is easily recycled. Plastics, however, is a product material type that is subject to new and increasingly strict requirements, public pressure and possible bans. Understanding how packaging and product manufacturers are responding to the changing business and regulatory environment is important for circular economy policy development by the UOMAs. Material use bans (e.g. certain containers, bags, pouches) or plastic types could force manufacturing changes on products sold by UOMA members. Product redesign could allow for more container reuse or could have unintended consequences for recycling. The Used Oil Management Association want to better understand the full supply chain for oil and antifreeze containers, including…
SWANA CEO says local governments have several options preferable to dropping curbside recycling programs.
January Social Event in Kelowna:
Come and join us for a night of local craft brew, excellent food and great conversations! Connect with others in the solid waste industry for an afternoon of socializing and networking.
When: Thursday, January 30
Time: 04:00 - 06:00 PM
Where: Rustic Reel Brewing Company (760 Vaughan Avenue, Kelowna, BC)
Price: $10 advance tickets (includes 1 local craft flight of brew and snacks)
For more information and to register:
swanabc.org/event/swana-pacific-social-kelowna/
REMINDER:
Don't forget - tonight's the night!
Join us from 6:30 - 10:30 PM at Dubh Linn Gate Pub in False Creek (1601 Main Street) for the SWANA YP Ugly Sweater Party. Prizes will be awarded for best ugly sweater. Registration now available on the website - $10 advance ticket (includes 1 drink) or $15 at the door. Don't miss out on this great event!
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Young Professionals Event – Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
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Date: Thursday, December 5 Time: 6:30 – 10:30 PM Cost $10 (includes 1 drink ticket), $15 at the door Location: Dubh Linn Gate – 1601 Main Street, VancouverPlease join us Thursday, December 5 from 6:30 - 10:30 PM at Dubh Linn Gate Pub in False Creek (1601 Main Street) for the SWANA YP Ugly Sweater Party. Prizes will be awarded for best ugly sweater. Registration now available on the website - $10 advance ticket (includes 1 drink) or $15 at the door. Don't miss out on this great event!
swanabc.org/event/young-professionals-event-ugly-sweater-christmas-party/
Last chance to register for SWANA Day! Don’t Miss Out - SWANA Day 2019 will be held tomorrow at SFU in downtown Vancouver.
swanabc.org/event/swana-day-2019/
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Join us on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at SFU Harbour Centre, in beautiful downtown Vancouver. Be prepared for a full day of networking opportunities, coupled with engaging and informative speakers to complete your day of learning.We are the Pacific Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America. As the leading organization in integrated waste resource management in BC and the Yukon, we provide expertise and professional development to practitioners through training, certification, and networking. Explore the About section to find out more about who we are and what we do.
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