About Us
Mission Statement
The North America Hazardous Materials Management Association (NAHMMA) is a non-profit, membership-based association of individuals, businesses, government officials, academia, and non-profit organizations dedicated to pollution prevention and reducing the hazardous components entering municipal waste streams from households, small businesses and other entities.
Empowering North America’s Hazardous Waste Management Professionals
NAHMMA members have access to:
- Professional Development - Exclusive training opportunities
- Webinars
- Relevant Industry News
- Access to a diverse and experienced nationwide network of people involved in the hazardous waste management industry via:
- a membership directory
- Virtual and in-person networking events
A MULTINATIONAL NETWORK ON YOUR SIDE
Established in 1993, the North American Hazardous Materials Management Association (NAHMMA) is the premier professional association for individuals and companies working to reduce and properly manage household hazardous materials and very small quantity generator waste. We are a volunteer-run, non-profit organization.
NAHMMA is committed to pollution prevention, product stewardship, and the safe, efficient and effective handling of hazardous materials. We Promote And Encourage:
- Product reformulation
- Development and use of less or non-hazardous products, constituents, processes, and methods
- Collection of products and materials that contain hazardous components for reuse, recycling or hazardous waste management
The hazardous waste management industry is constantly evolving, and for many of our jobs, safety is crucial. NAHMMA provides members, professionals and organizations with the latest information, training, and solutions to help keep themselves, their co-workers, and their communities safe and their collection programs running effectively.
"It's an excellent place to start learning about HHW (Household Hazardous Waste) and where it goes, and about the companies involved in taking and disposing of it. Learning from other members is a plus!"
— HHW Coordinator, Concordia, MO
Mission Statement
The North American Hazardous Materials Management Association (NAHMMA) is a non-profit, membership-based association of individuals, businesses, government officials, academia, and non-profit organizations dedicated to pollution prevention and reducing the hazardous components entering municipal waste streams from households, small businesses and other entities.
We Promote And Encourage:
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Product reformulation
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Development and use of less or non-hazardous products, constituents, processes, and methods
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Collection of products and materials that contain hazardous components for reuse, recycling or hazardous waste management.
We Do This By:
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Fostering education, communication and informational exchanges
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Encouraging development of sound policies and cost effective strategies
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Recognizing exemplary people, programs, policies and practices
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Providing professional development opportunities.
Recognizing Excellence
NAHMMA Awards
"NAHMMA’s membership features a wealth of information
and experience, and our interaction provides each of us with
valuable opportunities for personal growth."
— Greg Boe, REHS/RS, HHW Program Manager / Sr. Environmental Health Specialist
