SOLID WASTE
ETCOG is the state designated organization for municipal solid waste (MSW) planning
๏ปฟin the 14 county region.
Our Services
We have been fortunate to receive TCEQ funding for grassroots planning to reduce regional solid waste. ETCOG is responsible for administering pass-through funding for local and regional implementation projects through this role.
Our planning activities are comprehensive and include maintaining the East Texas regional solid waste management plan and supporting a solid waste advisory committee that provides technical assistance and informational programs on solid waste management. We also serve as a central point of contact for solid waste management outreach, education, and training programs. Finally, we review permit and registration applications for municipal solid waste facilities to ensure they conform to the adopted regional solid waste management plan.
Solid Waste Management Plan
ETCOG maintains a regional solid waste management plan for East Texas.
Municipal Solid Waste Grants
To support regional waste minimization efforts in the region, our solid waste program accepts applications for annual Municipal Solid Waste grant funds.
Closed Landfill Inventory
ETCOG's Closed Landfill Inventory is a compilation of closed municipal solid waste landfill units for East Texas.
Report Illegal Dumping (RID)
We are dedicated to keeping our region clean and free of illegally dumped trash, litter, and hazardous waste. Be a part of the solution and report illegal dumping in your area.
Green Business Program
ETCOG recognizes and promotes businesses that voluntarily operate in a more environmentally responsible manner through sustainable practices.๏ปฟ
OPEN MEETINGS
Solid Waste Advisory Committee
SOLID WASTE EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS
Disaster Debris Management Webinar
Solid Waste Educational Video
(3rd-5th grade)
Solid Waste Educational Video
๏ปฟ(Ages 3-5)
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
The Regional Solid Waste Management Plan was developed to address all areas of solid waste management, stressing source reduction and recycling. The ETCOG regional planning efforts include a cooperative, regional approach that includes all factors associated with these activities. Regional goals outlined in the plan include the following:
- Reduce the amounts of waste generated & requiring disposal through source reduction, reuse & recycling.
- Reduce the amounts of illegal dumping in the ETCOG Region.
- Reduce the amounts of household hazardous waste disposed of in the ETCOG Region.
- Create markets for recovered materials.
- Assure disposal capacity.
- Provide for the cost-effective hauling of wastes.
- Develop specific strategies for recovering organics & biosolids from the waste stream.
RESOURCES
Below are resources to assist with hosting and managing community cleanup events in your city or county.
- Texas Litter Database
- Trash Free Texas
- Tire Processing
- Electronic Recycling - GEM Southwest
- Electronic Recycling - STS
- Zero Waste Network
- Lone Star Tire Recovery LLC
- TCEQ Industrial & Hazardous Waste Facility Locator
- Used Oil Collection in Texas
Below are educational resources, information, and data about solid waste management and recycling practices.
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling
Below are resources to local East Texas beautification,
litter prevention, waste reduction, recycling programs.