Back-to-School with SWACO
It is officially back to school season, and whether you are stocking up on school supplies or adjusting to a […]
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August 2025 Newsletter (Q3)
SWACO’s School Recycling Champion program provides free recycling containers for schools in Franklin County and educational resources to help schools
Recycling, Shopping and Sustainability
It’s not always easy to know what can go in your household recycling bin, what needs to be dropped off
One Man’s Trash
The SWACO landfill in Grove City has been depositing Greater Columbus’ trash since 1989, and its open to the public
SWACO Grants, Programs and Events Help You Reduce Waste
SWACO offers several funding opportunities to support waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting in Franklin County and is currently accepting
Are you Summering Sustainably?
Enroll in a free online course or Franklin Soil and Water workshop to receive a $70 rebate on an amazing
Summer Is A Wonderful Time To Renew Your Commitment To Sustainability
Whether you’re practicing Plastic Free July, taking part in the Zero-Waste Challenge with the Columbus Zoo, or participating in SWACO’s own Choose To Reuse campaign,
Plastic Free July: Make a Local Impact on the Global Movement
As part of the Choose To Reuse initiative announced in April, SWACO is encouraging Franklin County residents to go plastic
Plastic Free July – Small Swaps, Big Impact
Single-use plastic is everywhere—from water bottles to grocery bags—and avoiding it can be tough. But even small changes can make
SWACO Thanks Waste and Recycling Workers
SWACO is proud to participate in the national celebration of Waste and Recycling Workers Week, June 16-20. This celebration is held
Hilliard and SWACO Working to Help Reduce Food Waste
The City of Hilliard and SWACO announced this morning a new partnership to reduce the amount of food wasted each
Reuse Tips for Green Thumbs
Summer is the perfect time to start a garden. Luckily, you do not need to spend an arm and a