Spitzer Announces $26 million in Recycling Grants

by 12/28/07 1 Comment

WCAX reports that New York’s Environmental Protection Fund has awarded state grants for recycling programs to 92 different solid waste management authorities, including $8 million to New York City.

The grants, which total $26 million, were announced by New York Governor Eliot Spitzer. The money will pay for recycling trucks and sorting equipment, while also promoting recycling programs to New York residents.

New York provides 50 percent reimbursement to local governments for recycling program costs, but recently New York City has required residents to use only clear trash bags to promote recycling. For more on the benefits of recycling, visit Earth 911′s Recycling page.

Trey Granger

Trey Granger

Trey Granger is a staff member at Earth911.com.


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  1. patriciony

    posted on January 2nd, 2008 at 12:57 am

    I would like to learn more about the equipment and machinery to recycling. Some body help me ? in spanish?

    Thank you Happy New Year

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