Talkin’ Trash (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)

We all know the mantra “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle,” but how familiar are you with where your trash ends up and the many ways New Yorkers can help reduce waste in our communities? New York State is leading the way on advancing more sustainable solid waste management and educating people about how to prevent landfilling, protect glass and other recyclables from ”wish-cycling,” and directly support efforts to reduce climate-altering pollution.

 

In this episode, Sean and Erica welcome Amy Bloomfield and Kayla Montanye, Environmental Program Specialists with DEC’s Division of Materials Management, to discuss how New Yorkers can take steps at home to help the recycling process succeed and the policies in place to reduce waste and promote sustainability.

 

We also spotlight the latest environmental news and DEC initiatives, including new proposed freshwater wetlands regulations to protect water quality, habitat, and community resiliency; statewide efforts to increase accessibility at DEC recreational facilities with the Mobility Device Reservation Pilot Program at Camp Santanoni and Accessible Destinations Online Map; and recent state record catches of longnose gar and largemouth bass.

 

SHOW NOTES:  

• Bag Waste Reduction Act
• Go Foam Free
• Recycle Right NY information about wish-cycling
• Find a Recycling Coordinator Near You
• Get Offline, Get Outside

 

About:

“DEC Does What?!” is a bi-weekly podcast that features conversations with DEC experts about the agency’s wide-ranging efforts to protect New Yorkers and the environment. Hosted by DEC Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar and Chief of Staff Erica Ringewald. For more information, visit http://dec.ny.gov/podcast