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Solid and Hazardous Waste Education Center (SHWEC)

Pollution Prevention Education and Technical Assistance

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Our Mission

To enhance Wisconsin’s environment and economy by providing quality education, information, and technical assistance to promote the sustainable use of natural resources.

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Powder coating to reduce VOC emissions

Reduction at the Source

SHWEC pollution prevention focuses on the elimination or reduction of pollution through Source Reduction, which is the design, manufacture, purchase, or use of materials to reduce the amount or toxicity of waste or emissions.

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Enhance Wisconsin’s Environment and Economy

Win-win partnerships between businesses and our natural resources.

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  • College of Engineering
    • Interdisciplinary Professional Programs, College of Engineering
    • UW E-Business Consortium
    • Wisconsin Local Technical Assistance Program
  • UW Professional Degrees and Certificates

Contact Us

  • Solid and Hazardous Waste Education Center
    Fluno Education Center
    601 University Ave, 3rd Floor
    Madison, WI 53715

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