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Spokane has the only Waste to Energy Facility in Washington State!

Josh King November 13, 2025 No Comments

Spokane’s Unique Role in Waste-to-Energy Did you know that Spokane is home to the only waste-to-energy facility in Washington State? It sits on the West Plains near Spokane International Airport…

Long Island Landfill

Erik Makinson October 7, 2024 No Comments

The imminent closure of the Long Island landfill will force 13 communities to make monumental waste management decisions, very quickly.

It’s International Compost Awareness Week!

Lauren Guthrie June 3, 2024 No Comments

It’s International Compost Awareness Week! Composting is a virtuous cycle that benefits all parties involved, including: BioCycleWe’re partnering with several regional businesses, from Rockwood Retirement to the Snoqualmie Casino, to…

Beyond the Bin: How Seattle Schools Revolutionized Waste Management

Rina Fa’amoe-Cross, C.E.M. March 19, 2024 No Comments

As the Resource Conservation Manager for Seattle Schools, I’ve always been on the lookout for innovative solutions to enhance our waste management practices. When we discovered dumpster monitoring, it redefined…

Navigating Rising Waste Costs

Erik Makinson March 1, 2024 No Comments

Since starting Resource Synergy in 2015, I’ve witnessed firsthand the evolving landscape of waste management and its financial impact on businesses in Spokane. The journey towards sustainability has been marked…

Portland Public Schools Dumpster Monitoring Case Study

Erik Makinson September 19, 2023 No Comments

Seeking Efficiency Through Dumpster Monitoring Portland Public Schools is the largest school district in the state of Oregon. With a total of 81 schools serving almost 50,000 students, managing waste…

Avista and Resource Synergy Partner to Retrofit Existing Lighting in Businesses

Erik Makinson May 17, 2023 No Comments

Resource Synergy partnered with Avista Utilities on a new Small Business Lighting Program.

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Spokane has the only Waste to Energy Facility in Washington State!

Long Island Landfill

It’s International Compost Awareness Week!

Beyond the Bin: How Seattle Schools Revolutionized Waste Management

Navigating Rising Waste Costs

Portland Public Schools Dumpster Monitoring Case Study

Avista and Resource Synergy Partner to Retrofit Existing Lighting in Businesses