On Friday, May 5th, ESJPA staff, legislative and committee staff, as well as staff from CalRecycle toured the Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and Western Regional Sanitary Landfill with Program Manager Eric Oddo. The visit created an opportunity to learn about local operations; plans for increased organics processing in compliance with SB 1383; and innovative approaches the Authority is taking to integrate novel technologies into waste management practices. These facilities were designed to recover recyclable materials from mixed waste; process green and wood wastes for composting or biomass; receive and process source-separated recyclables; and provide for receipt and recycling/disposal of household hazardous waste. A major overhaul is planned for these facilities over the next several years which will allow WPWMA to enhance existing operations and utilize flexible technology to respond to new markets and regulatory requirements. This is the second tour ESJPA has taken this year, with the first taking place at the Yolo County Central Landfill in February. ESJPA is planning additional tours for this calendar year to explore more solid waste facilities.
