WASTECON 2024
Accessibility & Sustainability
Accessibility
SWANA is committed to providing an outstanding experience for all participants. We strive for full access to all WASTECON activities based on an awareness of participants’ needs and appropriate planning. Accessibility accommodations relating to mobility, hearing, vision, or other areas may be provided.
We ask that requests for reasonable accommodations be communicated via the registration process no later than October 4, 2024. Onsite requests will be accommodated to the best of our ability; however, available resources may be limited.
Food Restrictions and Allergies
Please include your food restrictions and specific allergies on your registration form.
The Gaylord Texan is an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant facility.
Additional questions regarding accessibility accommodation? Email SWANA at wastecon@swana.org and our staff team will be pleased to provide support.
Wheelchair and scooter rentals are available at the Gaylord Texan via Ace Mobility. Download the rental agreement to view the options and daily rates. If this is a service you are interested in, please complete the rental agreement in advance and give it to the front desk agent upon check-in at the Gaylord Texan or request a rental when you arrive.
Sustainability
SWANA is partnering with the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center, and all of our WASTECON event suppliers, to design an event focused on sustainable practices and resource management. Below are a few of the efforts you will see in practice during WASTECON 2024.
View the Sustainability Practices in Place at the Gaylord Texan.
Reusable Containers – SWANA will provide reusable mugs at all water stations throughout the event space. We also recommend that participants bring their own reusable container if preferred.
Meal functions – Whenever possible, you will see china dishware and glassware in use instead of single-use items. In scenarios where china or glassware is not possible, SWANA strives to utilize compostable materials.
Group Transportation – if you are arriving to Dallas/Grapevine with other people, please aim to team up on vehicle transfers to the Gaylord Texan or other areas you may visit while attending WASTECON.
Recycling and Composting receptacles will be available throughout the WASTECON event space.