News Flash

Proper Waste Disposal – Foam Items

• Promo Video (30-sec English): https://youtu.be/pwUcz8k6BY4

It’s important that people put their waste in the proper place. Foam products, such as egg cartons, packing peanuts, cups and flat and hinged trays, are not recyclable in Palm Beach Count...

SWA 4R Ambassador Summer Camp Teaches Kids To Be Environmental Stewards Through Proper Waste Choices

• 4R Promo Video:  https://youtu.be/_1SMsFVryVE
• ReTeach Promo Video: https://youtu.be/1s94dsU4XbE

The Solid Waste Authority (SWA) of Palm Beach County is looking for students to participate in a one-week Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and ReThink (4R) adventu...

SWA Tip: Old hurricane supplies may need proper disposal

Hurricane season starts June 1, and many of our Palm Beach County neighbors are making sure they are prepared. As you update hurricane supplies, keep in mind that some items should not be placed in the garbage or recycle bin, but instead, be brought to on...

SWA Launches “Battery Smart. Fire Smart.” Campaign To Educate on Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Hazards

Promo Video: https://youtu.be/PeCh4JS5Kmc

An increasing number of products available to consumers today contain lithium-ion batteries. With the expanding number of batteries in circulation comes an increase in fire risk. Educating the public on the fire ha...