Why is Pennsylvania's waste and recycling industry so important to our state?
Because it safely and efficiently manages the 9.1 million tons of municipal solid waste that PA citizens generate each year. And makes a significant contribution to the state’s economy in the process.
Impact of the PA Waste and Recycling Industry on Our Economy
Contributes $4.2B per year to our economy
Supports 26,000 jobs in our state
More on the benefits to PA Citizens
PWIA is tackling fires caused by improper disposal of rechargeable lithium batteries. In collaboration with PBRA, PWIA supported HB 2241, a bill that proposed a statewide program for responsible battery disposal to make communities safer and protect the environment.
Recent months have seen record-high incidents of lithium-ion battery fires in recycling and waste facilities statewide. PWIA calls for legislative action, including support for House Bill 1233, to create safer, more consistent battery disposal and collection systems across the Commonwealth.
