WPWMA

Western Placer Waste Management Authority has been creating solutions and transforming waste into a resource since 1978.

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

We had an amazing time last week breaking ground on our $120 million, state-of-the-art facilities! ♻️ To learn more about the innovations coming to the WPWMA (including AI, robotics, and odor reduction) visit the link below.

📸: Lisa Zeng Photography
🔗: https://t.co/7HBs4EHmhr

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

Did you know aluminum can be recycled over and over?

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

Do you know what happens to an aluminum can after you throw it away in Placer County? ♻️👀

#Recycling #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

[Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship @SacStateCarlsen]

Join us 2/18 for a virtual info session on the Western Placer Waste Management Authority: Circular Economy Innovation Competition– an opportunity for innovators and entrepreneurs to showcase innovations, technologies, and startups in the #circulareconomy. https://t.co/yX2c2RIydf

[Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship @SacStateCarlsen]

The Western Placer Waste Management Authority (@wpwma1978) is powering the Circular Economy Innovation Competition for its 3rd year. Innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs are invited to turn waste into repurposed value. #repurposewaste
APPLY TODAY: https://t.co/W2qW8GGavH

[Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship @SacStateCarlsen]

Join us this Global Entrepreneurship Week, powered by @WesternHealth, starting 11/18, for engaging events designed to inspire and equip you for success. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an established innovator, you'll find opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

You're invited to "talk scents" with the WPWMA at our Annual Odor Workshop & Tour on 10/29. Take a tour of our campus, see the innovative new equipment, discuss where odors come from, and learn about the mitigation techniques we utilize. https://t.co/BzipONGnvP

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

The Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) is seeking proposals for General Counsel services.

The RFP & associated attachments can be downloaded at https://t.co/ESsXbkQ6fK. Proposals are due no later than 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

Please be advised that N. Foothills Blvd. has several planned full road closures coming up that will impact direct access to our facility. Please use an alternate route to access the facility during the following duration:
- October 7 - 10
- October 14 - 16
- October 21 - 24

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

The WPWMA is seeking proposals for General Counsel services from law firms and/or individuals that have a fully developed practice with experience advising and representing California joint powers agencies, and solid waste agencies in particular. More at https://t.co/ESsXbkQ6fK.

[Placer Sheriff @PlacerSheriff]

Our deputies are on scene working with @CALFIRENEU

[Placer Sheriff @PlacerSheriff]

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

Deputies are on scene of a fire near the Western Placer Waste Management at Athens Avenue and Fiddyment Road. There’s no immediate threat to structures.

We’ll post as we get more information.

[Placer County @PlacerCA]

Visit our ReadyPlacer Dashboard for Athens Fire updates, evacuation maps, road closures and more at https://t.co/3CVXS2vdf5 #placercounty @CALFIRENEU @PlacerSheriff

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

Doing some spring cleaning this long weekend? We're open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat and Sun and from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mon to drop off unwanted items for disposal. Remember, HHW, e-waste, and mattresses are always FREE for residents to drop off!

🔗- https://t.co/CUrvFOzrLv

[Placer Recycles @PlacerRecycles]

Enjoy Your Toys and Cars – We’ll Recycle Your Oil & Filter! https://t.co/tyqFlgQttd

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

On average, the WPWMA processes two million pounds of waste every day to recover valuable recyclable and compostable materials. Tour the MRF to see exactly what happens to your waste after it gets picked up and see waste sorting in action. Request a tour - https://t.co/hA9w7eLkYi

[Placer Recycles @PlacerRecycles]

The Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) processes more than 2 million pounds of garbage every day to recover recyclable and compostable materials. ♻ Check out our virtual MRF tour to learn where your trash goes after you toss it in the bin.

🔗 - https://t.co/FOKhfDrk6C

[Placer Recycles @PlacerRecycles]

#FYI Placer County residents can drop off their unwanted mattresses and box springs FOR FREE at the @wpwma1978 every day of the year! The WPWMA is a part of the @byebyemattress program to recycle your mattresses and box springs.

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

Congratulations to the WPWMA & @SacStateCarlsen's inaugural Circular Economy Innovation Competition winners, Rosh Ho and Amir Salehzadeh on being recognized as two of this year's @Sacbiz Inno Under 25!

https://t.co/slGHeIlQZx

[WPWMA @wpwma1978]

The WPWMA announces the hiring of the agency’s first General Manager, Scott Scholz. In this newly created position, Scholz will report directly to the agency’s Board of Directors, comprised of elected officials from the WPWMA’s Member Agencies.

🔗- https://t.co/0ZwynuM1JQ

[Placer Recycles @PlacerRecycles]

Don't toss old or broken electronics in your garbage bin, call for FREE curbside pickup or drop them off for FREE at the Western Placer Waste Management Authority (@wpwma1978) so they can be properly recycled! ♻️📱💻🖨️ Schedule an e-waste pickup - https://t.co/jvdkGUoFaJ