We’re witnessing infrastructure gaps in our household hazardous waste (HHW) systems, particularly with items that are technically hazardous but have become ubiquitous consumer products.
1-lb Propane Tanks: A Perfect Storm
These small canisters present a complex challenge—they’re pressurized vessels with explosion potential containing flammable gas, yet marketed as “disposable” consumer products. Many HHW facilities and municipal waste operations struggle with proper handling protocols, and finding a fully compliant processing organization has proven difficult for many regions.
5, 10, 20-lb Propane Tanks
Also challenging.
Large Lithium-Ion Batteries: The 5kg+ Challenge
This weight threshold captures e-bike batteries, power tool batteries, and more. The 5kg limit reflects the critical point where specialized transportation and handling protocols become mandatory under current regulations and these batteries are not covered under the current EPR system.
Are you experiencing specific collection logistics challenges in your area? Have you identified policy solutions or innovative approaches for these waste streams? Let’s get together to discuss and share!
CWMA Roundtables serve as our collaborative platform to share our scenarios, challenges, and success stories.
Plan to attend!
No Cost. This event is generously subsidized with thanks to the City of Vancouver.
Virtual Doors Open at 9:50 AM for visiting and a/v check
10:00 AM — Welcome Everyone / Acknowledgments
10:10 AM — Roundtable / We anticipate a good-sized crowd and want to ensure we hear from all who want to contribute. As we hope to take a full inventory of what is going on, we want to ensure we give enough time. Every CWMA roundtable is expertly facilitated with attendees expected to share about 2-3 minutes (ish).
11:25 AM — More meetings/What is next?
11:30 AM — Farewell!
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