Since its inception, SWAP has provided support to hundreds of projects across the state that continue to save money, create jobs, increase revenue and preserve Iowa's land, air and water resources. Since 1988, SWAP has assisted in diverting millions of tons of solid waste from Iowa landfills. This diversion represents real and significant improvements to the lives of Iowans through:
- Conservation of Iowa's natural resources
- Protection of Iowa's water quality
- Reductions in Iowa's greenhouse gas emissions
- Strengthening Iowa's economy through job creation, cost savings, provision of production materials, business expansion