Plastic is one of the most polluting substances in the world. However, it’s hard to completely avoid this material. Continue Reading →
Category Archives: waste
Reps. Espaillat And Stivers Intros Bipartisan Bill To Stop Chinese Electronic Counterfeiting And Recycling
Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat and Representative Steve Stivers introduced the Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act (SEERA). Continue Reading →
MP Gale Brewer Calls For COVID-19 Early Warning System By Testing Sewage
Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer called on Mayor de Blasio and Governor Cuomo to employ the testing of sewage at wastewater treatment facilities for the
Green Tips, Organizing A Zero-Waste Event From Harlem To Hollis
Held on March 5, 2020, NYLCVEF’s Westchester Clean Energy Summit was a zero-waste event!
Is It The End Of Bottled Spring Water Coming To New York State?
The Washington state legislature is considering a measure that analysts say would effectively shut down the bottled water industry in the state. Continue Reading →
Starbucks Pledges To Cut Water Use And Waste To Meet New Sustainability Standards
With a number of Starbucks in Harlem, it’s worth noting that some companies are taking the initiative to stay on the good side of younger consumers who are driving a trend towards more eco-friendly business practices. Continue Reading →
Mayor de Blasio Signs Landmark Legislation To Reform Commercial Waste And Collection Industry
Mayor Bill de Blasio today signed legislation that will radically overhaul the City’s commercial waste program, bringing much-needed reform to an industry known for dangerous, unhealthy and unsustainable conditions. Continue Reading →