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North American Solid Waste and Recycling Survey
by Lisa Skumatz
A North American Trash and Recycling Survey update is being conducted by Skumatz Economic Research Associates (SERA) for 2021. The data are used to track trends and latest methods in Solid Waste Management, conduct quantitative analyses to guide program refinements, and other studies, many of which are published in aggregate form (no name / individual data) in Resource Recycling. This year’s special topic includes a drill-down on contamination strategies.
As advocates in the industry, we are hoping you can help us with a survey and be entered for a drawing if you wish. Previous results were presented in a free webinar last fall and the results of this national study will also be presented at various state conferences.
Please click HERE, or use the link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NationalSW2021
In the past, the survey has typically taken 15-20 minutes. If you need to do part, and then hold it open – or come back in, the survey allows that. Feel free to call if you have questions or would rather complete it by phone (303-494-1178; dsouza@serainc.com). We’re hoping for responses in the next 3 weeks (roughly). Thank you very much!
Lisa A. Skumatz, Ph.D. – Proud Chair National Recycling Coalition (NRC); Member, Recycle Colorado Board; National SWANA Policy Advisory Committee
Skumatz Economic Research Associates (SERA)
Voice: 360-261-3069
Email: skumatz@serainc.com www.serainc.com
SWANA Guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Many workplaces and communities are preparing for potential impacts related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Though information about the virus is still evolving, SWANA has issued a Guidance on Coronavirus document.
Download SWANA’s Guidance on Coronavirus document
Source: https://swana.org/initiatives/guidance-on-coronavirus-(covid-19)
Canadian Waste Exports to China
ECCC.China’s Prohibition ban.Dec14,2017.ENG
According to this notice, due to amendments made to the Export and Import of Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Recyclable Material Regulations (EIHWHRMR) in 2016, waste and recyclable materials intended for export are required to be redefined as hazardous if the country to which it is being sent defines it as such. According to the notice from ECCC:
Under Canadian law, such waste or material will also be considered hazardous under the EIHWHRMR and will require an export permit under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 if China is the intended destination for that shipment. However, given that China has already announced its intention to ban the import of these wastes, it is likely that Canada would not be able to obtain the required consent from China to authorize such an export. In such a situation, shipments that proceed without proper permits will be considered unlawful exports. This means that, the exporter will be required to make all necessary arrangements to return the shipment to Canada or to an alternative destination and could be prosecuted under the Canadian Environmental Protection Acts, 1999 for violation of the provisions of the Act and the EIHWHRMR.
The full notice is attached!
Don’t put needles and bear spray in your recycling bin
Don't put needles and bear spray in your recycling bin, city says
SWANA Waste Matters – Volume 9 – April 2016
Events
Aquatera’s Water Earth Innovation Conference
February 7-9, 2023 in Grande Prairie
Visit https://www.aquatera.ca/community/waterearthinnovation for further info and to register.
Manitoba 5 Year Stewardship Plan Public Consultation Webinar
You are invited to join the Thermostat Recovery Program (TRP), Canadian Battery Association (CBA), Call2Recycle, and the Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) for a webinar detailing the renewal of their individual Manitoba Stewardship Plans (2023–2028) for end-of-life product stewardship.
This free webinar runs on January 20, 2023, from noon to 1:00 p.m. CST. It will feature four short and informative presentations:
● 12:00: Thermostat Recovery Program (mercury and electronic thermostats), presented by Kathleen O’Malley, Environmental Projects Specialist, HRAI. A draft of TRP 5-Year Stewardship Plan (2023–2028) will be available to review on January 16 on the TRP website. Feedback can be given during the webinar, and written comments will be accepted by email until January 27, 2023, at trp@hrai.ca.
● 12:15: Canadian Battery Association (lead batteries), presented by Colin McKean, Executive Director. Read their draft stewardship plan online.
● 12:30: Call2Recycle (single-use batteries, rechargeable batteries, and eMobility batteries), presented byJason Brown, Director for Western Canada. Call2Recycle’s draft plan is posted at Manitoba Battery Stewardship Plan Renewal (2024-2028) – Call2Recycle® | Canada, and written comments are welcome until January 27th, 2023, via email at mbplan@call2recycle.ca.
● 12:45: Health Products Stewardship Association (unwanted medications and used medical sharps), presented by Delphine Lagourgue, Vice President of Stewardship Programs. Find the draft stewardship plan and feedback info online.
Register for the webinar now to learn more about these proposed 5-year plans and share your feedback.
For more information about the Thermostat Recovery Program Manitoba Stewardship Plan Consultation, please contact Kathleen O’Malley, Environmental Projects Specialist, at trp@hrai.ca or 905-602-4700 ext. 240.
ARWMAS Cost of Landfilling Workshop
The Association of Regional Waste Management Authorities of Saskatchewan hosted a workshop on The Cost of Landfilling in Saskatchewan. The workshop was presented by the SWANA Northern Lights Chapter and sponsored by the Government of Saskatchewan.
This online workshop was held on August 19, 2020. Download the presentations via the links below: