C&D Debris is Responsible for 16 Percent or 450,000 Tons of Material Landfilled in Iowa Each Year
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources Solid Waste Alternatives Program (SWAP) works to reduce the amount of solid waste generated on construction sites in the state of Iowa.
Through a competitive process, financial assistance is available for a variety of projects, including source reduction, recycling and education.
The program provides financial assistance in the form of forgivable loans, zero interest loans, and 3 percent interest loans. A 50 percent cost share is required through cash match and in-kind match. Projects are selected through a quarterly competitive process. Emphasis for selected projects is placed on tonnage avoided or reduced, sustainability and ability to replicate.
Any unit of local government, public or private group or individual is eligible to apply for program funds.
Funds can be used for such items as:
- Waste reduction equipment and installation
- Recycling, collection, processing, or hauling equipment (including installation)
- Development, printing and distribution of educational materials
- Planning and implementation of educational forums, workshops, etc.
- Purchase and installation of recycled content products
- Salaries directly related to implementation and operation of the project
CLICK HERE to visit The DNR’s website for more information.
