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If you’ve got kids, you know how hectic this time of year can be with summer wrapping up, routines changing, […]
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August 2026 Newsletter (Q3)
Explore SWACO resources and programs that help schools reduce, reuse, recycle and compost, including School Champion Programs, green teams, scholarships, grants, tours and more.
A New Meaning to “Dumpster Fire”
“Dumpster fire” has become a familiar way to describe a situation that’s gotten out of control. At the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill,
Big News In Recycling and Composting
Now through the end of November, you can drop off your old mattress and box spring for free at the
Back-to-School Savings: Ways to Reduce Waste and Save Money
Back-to-school season can be an exciting time for families, but preparing for a new school year can also come with a long list of
The Sustainable Dorm Checklist
Packing for college means balancing comfort, convenience and limited space. Before you start filling your cart with everything labeled a “dorm essential,” take a
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
The Systems Behind a Sanitary Landfill
One of the most essential duties of a sanitary landfill is containing waste in a way that does not compromise the health
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,
DIY Upcycling Crafts
Upcycling, also known as creative reuse, is any way to transform an old item into something even more valuable than it
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