Waste Reduction Education
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Center for Energy and Environmental Education, UNI The CEEE was established in 1994 for the purpose of promoting greater understanding and awareness about issues related to energy and the environment. Areas of focus include teacher training, waste reduction, local foods, and energy. Contact: Center for Energy and Environmental Education, Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0293; 319-273-2573; fax: 319-273-7140; http://www.uni.edu/ceee |
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources The DNR helps Iowa citizens, businesses and communities create a cleaner environment and stronger economy through the sustainable use of natural resources. Effective waste management and pollution prevention activities are two proven strategies for meeting that goal. The DNR's Energy and Waste Management Bureau is the state's core agency for assisting Iowa businesses and residences with waste management goals, while regulating Iowa 's solid waste facilities. Contact: Iowa Department of Natural Resources, 502 East 9th Street , Des Moines , IA 50319 , 515-281-4367, fax: 515-281-8895; http://www.iowadnr.com/. |
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Iowa Recycling Association Iowa Recycling Association: A network of diverse members dedicated to advancing cost-effective and sustainable waste reduction and recycling activities to help improve the quality of life within Iowa communities. The Association provides a forum to learn about waste management issues; to tap into and exchange resources and information; to positively influence recycling efforts in communities and workplaces; to add value to recyclable material; and to create demand for recycled products. Our website hosts recycling education and legislative resources, conference and workshop information, and archived copies of "I! Recycle" and the "4Rs," a Recycling Education Newsletter for Teachers. http://www.iowarecycles.org. |
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Iowa Society of Solid Waste Operations The Iowa Society of Solid Waste Operations (ISOSWO) is a statewide organization whose members are directly involved in solid waste management issues.Members include public and private sector employees, along with consultants, engineers, planners, regulators and local elected officials. ISOSWO represents primarily public sector agencies in the solid waste management industry by: 1) Providing educational and training opportunities for its members; 2) Promoting cost effective and environmentally sound solid waste management practices; 3) Educating elected officials and the general public about solid waste management issues; 4) Working with state regulators to ensure regulations and policies that promote cost effective and environmentally sound management of solid waste in Iowa. For more information, please go to http://www.isoswo.org/ |
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Keep Iowa Beautiful Keep Iowa Beautiful was established in 2001 and affiliated with the national Keep America Beautiful organization. KAB has been working for over half a century to improve the beauty of our nation. Keep Iowa Beautiful is a privately funded charitable organization of Iowa citizens who are working for a more beautiful, litter-free Iowa . Its mission is: Engaging Iowans to take greater responsibility for improving their community environment and enhancing the beauty of their state through litter prevention, reduction and beautification programs. http://www.keepiowabeautiful.com. |
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Landfills, Solid Waste Agencies and other Local Resources There are approximately 70 municipal solid waste landfills and transfer stations in the state, managing waste for residents of Iowa. For contact information about local landfills and/or solid waste agencies, go to http://www.iowadnr.gov/portals/idnr/uploads/waste/planareacontacts.pdf?amp;tabid=824. Field trip opportunities are readily available at most landfills and recycling centers. |
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Recycling and Reuse Technology Transfer Center |
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