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NWRA Announces 2026 Rising Star and Technician of the Year Award Winners
Arlington, VA – The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the inaugural…
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NWRA Announces 2026 Driver of the Year and Operator of the Year Award Winners
Arlington, VA – The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the Driver…
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NWRA Statement on the 2024 BLS Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries Data Release
The National Waste & Recycling Association is encouraged to see the waste and recycling industry move from fourth to fifth…
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Remembering Bruce Parker: A Steady Hand and a Lasting Legacy
The National Waste & Recycling Association family reflects on the life and legacy of Bruce Parker, a leader whose steady…
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NWRA Celebrates Hall of Fame Class Of 2026
Three Industry Leaders to Be Recognized June 10 at the Inaugural Waste Leadership Summit Arlington, VA – The National Waste…
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Team From Bin to Beyond Wins FILA – Deal Me In Competition at Industry Conference
San Diego, CA – The Future Industry Leaders Alliance (FILA) hosted its annual Deal Me In competition last week in…
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NWRA Promotes LaWanda Washington to Senior Vice President of Administration and Events
ARLINGTON, VA – The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) today announced the promotion of LaWanda Washington from vice president…
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Remembering Eugene J. “Gene” Wingerter
A Foundational Leader in the Waste and Recycling Industry The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) honors the life and…
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National Waste & Recycling Association Announces A.R.M. Solutions as New Endorsed Partner
Program offers members exclusive savings and industry-specific revenue recovery expertise ARLINGTON, VA — The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA)…
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NWRA Recognizes Outstanding Industry Leadership with 2025 Awards
ARLINGTON, VA – The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) is proud to recognize the recipients of its 2025 Supplier…
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Woodsy Owl to Debut National “Skip the Bin! Turn Your Batteries In!” PSA Campaign at CES
The National Waste & Recycling Foundation is leading a nationwide effort to reduce battery fires and promote safe recovery and…
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NWRA, REMA, and SWANA Release Draft Guide to Improve Lithium-Ion Battery Management at Materials Recovery Facilities
Arlington, VA – The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA), the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), and the Solid Waste Association…