New Year, New School Champion Programs
SWACO’s School Recycling Champion program has been supporting schools for many years and now, and two new champion programs are being added to the list. The School Food Waste Champion Program and School Share Table Champion Programs help schools divert food waste from the landfill. All of the programs include indoor containers or a share table kit, signage, educational resources, and up to 9 months of reimbursement for new food waste and recycling hauling services. On-site assistance is also available to help schools implement sustainable, comprehensive programs and recognition for becoming a SWACO School Champion.
Click HERE to learn more about the School Champion Programs and how your school can participate!
Help Your Students Take The Next Step Into Their Sustainable Future
Applications are now open for the SWACO Scholarship, which supports students pursuing a future in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, solid waste management or a related field.
Educators and school staff: We’re here to help you spread the word. SWACO has resources available to make sharing the scholarship with your students easy, including printed handouts, digital promotional materials and ready-to-use social media content.
To request promotional materials or learn more about how you can help your students apply, contact [email protected].
Green Teams Make A Difference
School green teams support sustainable projects that make a big impact on the school community. Through building awareness, collaborating with their peers, and advocating for environmental action, students develop leadership skills and create stronger, greener communities. Whether you already have a school green team or are looking to start one, SWACO would love to connect with you and share helpful tools and resources. Join our Green Team Network and check out our resources.
Free Landfill Tours And Interactive Presentations
Every year, the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill receives a million tons of waste material from Franklin County homes, schools and businesses. SWACO provides free tours and presentations to educate students on landfill operations and why it’s important to reduce, reuse, recycle, and compost. We can even reimburse up to $220 per bus trip for Franklin County schools. Schedule your tour today!
