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To advance scientific research and create educational pathways that enable innovation in sustainable waste management practices.

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If you believe as we do, in the value of empirical science which can develop and evaluate new approaches to manage solid waste, we encourage you to join us in our mission.  

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“EREF’s online educational opportunities allow our industry members to further their knowledge in a convenient, cost-effective yet still very interactive way.”

Joe Benco, VP Engineering Technical Support, Republic Services January 27, 2016

“Historically, money spent on scientific research has been limited. But today, qualified answers are beginning to arrive thanks to EREF.”

Ron McCracken, President, RJM Associates May 1, 2015