SWACO Helps Expand & Improve Recycling At Ohio State Fair
This year’s Ohio State Fair will be a little greener and a little more sustainable thanks to a special grant from SWACO. Visitors to the […]
Where Does the Leachate Go? Inside SWACO’s Water Management System
Managing a landfill involves far more than the disposal of solid waste. Rainfall and moisture that passing through waste layers generate leachate,
Beating the Heat Sustainably During Plastic-Free July
Did you know that there’s a right way to recycle almost everything that we use in our homes, offices, and
SWACO and the City of Columbus Team Up to Offer Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection for Franklin County Residents
This summer, SWACO is partnering with local communities to keep Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) out of the Franklin County Landfill
Sustainable Summer Fun
Waste & Recycling Workers Keep Central Ohio Clean And Green Behind every empty bin and clean street is a dedicated
What Happens to Waste When it Arrives at the Landfill?
Across 41 communities in Central Ohio, 5,000 tons of waste from businesses and residents comes to the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill (FCSL) every day. But what happens to this waste after
Plastic-Free Swaps for Every Room in Your Home
Plastic Free July is a great opportunity to take a closer look at the plastic items we use every day and explore
Celebrate Plastic Free July and Save on Sustainable Swaps
Looking to cut back on single-use plastics? This Plastic Free July, SWACO is partnering with City Folks General Store and
2026: Q2 Business Newsletter
Recycler Spotlight: Breaking Down Cardboard With Greif Have you ever wondered what happens to your cardboard after it leaves your
SWACO Honors Waste and Recycling Workers
SWACO is proud to celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week, an annual celebration lasting from June 15th to 20th that honors workers in the waste
A Season Of Sustainability
Warm weather has arrived, kids are out of school for the summer, and it’s a great time to be thinking
Summer Sustainability Starts in Your Closet
Switching up your wardrobe this summer? If you’re looking to spice up your style with something new, thrifting is the sustainable way to go. If you find