SWANA Report Highlights Benefits of Waste-to-Energy Facilities for Local Officials
The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) has released a new report from its Applied Research Foundation (ARF) titled "Clarifying the Benefits of WTE Facilities for County and Provincial Elected Officials." This report aims to educate local elected officials, policymakers, and solid waste leaders on the crucial role waste-to-energy (WTE) facilities can play within an integrated solid waste management system. The report provides a clear, accessible resource to support decision-making regarding waste disposal capacity, infrastructure investment, recycling programs, and public communication. It includes case studies and examples from communities that have successfully implemented WTE facilities, illustrating how these facilities can reduce landfill dependence, extend landfill capacity, support local responsibility for waste management, and provide energy recovery services. The report also addresses common objections to WTE facilities, such as siting concerns, public opposition, initial costs, and e... 
