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About ISWA

ISWA's Mission

 

ISWA – the International Solid Waste Association – is a global, independent and non-profit making association, working in the public interest to fulfil its declared mission:

 

“To Promote and Develop Sustainable and Professional Waste Management Worldwide“

 

ISWA achieves its mission through:

  • Promoting resource efficiency through sustainable production and consumption
  • Support to developing and emerging economies
  • Advancement of waste management through education and training
  • Promoting appropriate and best available technologies and practices
  • Professionalism through its program on professional qualifications.


To see an overview of ISWA’s current cooperation with International Organisations click here.

 

Statutes

 

The ISWA by-laws (STIROG) are constituted by the Statutes, Internal Regulations, and Operational Guidelines.

 

Changes to the Statutes and Internal Regulations require approval by the General Assembly (two third majority and simple majority respectively) whereas the Operational Guidelines can be changed by decisions from the Board.

     

     

    MEMBER BENEFITS

    As an ISWA member you will have access to a variety of benefits as for instance access to:

     

    > Waste Management & Research

    > Waste Management World

    > ISWA Newsletter

    > ISWA Working Groups

    > ISWA's Job Exchange Platform

    > Large International Network

    > Discount on Registration Fees

    > Member discount program

     

    Become Sponsor

    By sponsoring ISWA your company will receive the best available exposure in the global waste management sector.