The objectives of IWWG will be pursued mainly by means of:

Dissemination of Information

• Collecting, developing and disseminating information on all aspects of solid waste management with particular emphasis on the results of R&D
• Editing and producing the Journal Waste Management
• Maintaining an internet web site

Discussion Forums

• Running symposia and conferences
• Organising seminars, workshops and specialist task groups
• Fostering links with existing organisations

Education

• Running training courses and producing training material
• Publishing textbooks and monographs
• Developing university courses

Services

• Providing technical assistance in co-sponsoring conferences, courses, etc.
• Supplying consultancy services to institutions, governments, world organisations, etc.
• Providing advice on the development of guidelines, legislation and waste management policy.