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Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO)
Community:
Gurnee
Focus Areas:
- Nutrition / Food / Gardening Education
- Environmental Organizations
Organization Mission:
The purpose of the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, Illinois is to implement a regional approach to solid waste management which addresses the economic, political and environmental issues in Lake County as follows:
- Implement the Lake County Solid Waste Management Plan.
- Facilitate an efficient, reliable and environmentally sound waste disposal system.
- Advise and assist SWALCO members regarding solid waste management issues.
- Educate the public regarding implications of solid waste management options.
- Identify, evaluate and disseminate information regarding techniques to reduce, reuse and recycle the amount of solid waste generated.
Description:
Are you composting yet? Learn how to get started: https://swalco.org/35/COMPOSTING