Trade Affiliate Links

First Piedmont Corporation is a proud member of the following associations. Our participation provides us with the opportunity to be well-involved and informed with industry trends and regulations that may affect our local communities and our environment.

Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA)	www.swana.org
National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA)	www.environmentalistseveryday.org
Virginia Waste Industries Association (VWIA)	www.vwia.com
Virginia Recycling Association	www.vrarecycles.org
Carolina Recycling Association	www.cra-recycle.org

Educational Resources

To learn more about the waste management and recycling industry, enjoy the links below.

General Information and Terms

www.epa.gov/epawaste/index.htm
www.earth911.com/glossary

Teachers

www.epa.gov/teachers/waste.htm
www.pbs.org/americanfieldguide/teachers/landfills/landfills_sum.html

Students

www.epa.gov/recyclecity/
www.pbskids.org/itsmylife/emotions/volunteering/article7.html