The Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission has open positions for members representing the regulated industry and government/academia.  Information about the commission is available on our website:  https://cdphe.colorado.gov/shwc

The commission is composed of 9 gubernatorial appointees representing regulated industry, government/academia, and the public-at-large. While commission members are selected from these sectors, members take into account the interests of all Colorado citizens. The commission generally:

• promulgates and adopts rules pertaining to solid and hazardous waste, including recycling, composting, landfills, and waste tires.
• sets fees and issues interpretive rules for solid and hazardous waste.
• hears appeals of administrative law judges’ determinations regarding the amounts of administrative penalties for hazardous waste matters. 

Commission members serve a 3 year term and generally have quarterly meetings.  Members are also confirmed by the Colorado State Senate.

If you would like more information on the commission's duties, or would like information on how to apply to become a member, please email me at [email protected].