October 8, 2007

The Municipal Waste Management Association (MWMA), the environmental affiliate of The U.S. Conference of Mayors hosted its annual summit in Philadelphia September 19-21. More than 60 public and private sector urban environmental professionals met to exchange best practices and explore both everyday and long term challenges. Hosted by MWMA President Philadelphia Streets and Sanitation Commissioner Clarena Tolson, the Fall Summit gave attendees an opportunity to learn about some of the city’s innovative litter prevention programs and get to know this city of neighborhoods. Session included updates on Waste To Energy, a discussion on Zero Waste; How New Technology Can Be Used to Increase Operational Efficiencies, Safety Best Practices, and New FEMA Regulations for Disaster Plans. For more information about the MWMA or for copies of the presentations, go to the website at usmayors.org/mwma.