The DNR's Solid Waste and Financial & Business Assistance sections, within the Land Quality Bureau, is Iowa's core agency for assisting businesses and residences with waste management goals, while regulating solid waste facilities.

We assist Iowa citizens, businesses and communities create a cleaner environment and stronger economy through sustainable use of natural resources with effective waste management and pollution prevention activities.

Residential and Consumers - How to manage waste in the home.

Business and Industry - Effective and cost saving waste management strategies for Iowa companies.

• Pollution Prevention Services - A non-regulatory, confidential program designed especially for industries.
• Pollution Prevention Intern Program - A nationally recognized program that matches Iowa college students with companies to identify P2 strategies.
• Iowa Waste Exchange - One of the nation's premier materials exchange programs.
• The Financial and Business Assistance (FABA) team at the DNR is equipped to work with clients to provide financial and technical assistance resulting in cost-effective improvements, opportunities for increased productivity and positive environmental impacts.
• The Solid Waste Alternatives Program (SWAP) works to reduce the amount of solid waste generated and landfilled in Iowa. Through a competitive process, financial assistance is available for a variety of projects, including source reduction, recycling and education.

Regulated Facilities - State and federal environmental regulation and compliance assistance for permitted facilities.

Solid Waste and Financial & Business Assistance staff are here to provide the assistance you need to protect Iowa's environment and establish a strong economic future. Please contact us with any questions or ideas.

Land Quality Bureau Fact-sheet

Additional Resources:

• DNR Request for Proposals
• DNR Press Releases
• Fall 2011 IRA / ISOSWO Conference - DNR Update
• Iowa Green Meetings & Events - Best Practices Manual