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Recycling involves processing used materials into new products in order to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling) by reducing the need for "conventional" waste disposal, and lower greenhouse gas emissions as compared to virgin production. Recycling is a key component of modern waste management and is the third component of the "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" waste hierarchy.
Recyclable materials include many kinds of glass, paper, metal, plastic, textiles, and electronics. Although similar in effect, the composting or other reuse of biodegradable waste – such as food or garden waste – is not typically considered recycling. Materials to be recycled are either brought to a collection center or picked up from the curbside, then sorted, cleaned, and reprocessed into new materials bound for manufacturing.
“Recycle Right NY” is an education and outreach effort informed by more than 100 recycling professionals from across New York State... Learn more
Waste Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Pamphlets Informational Material Links... Learn more
NYS Postconsumer Paint Collection Program... Learn more
More Things You Can Recycle (Textiles, Appliances, etc)... Learn more
Close the Recycling Loop and Buy Recycled... Learn more
Vanguard facility turns expired food and beverages into energy... Learn more
EPA announces grant opportunity for food waste management projects... Learn more
The Authority is a New York State public benefit corporation created in 1988 pursuant to the Act. In addition to the solid waste disposal landfill described herein, the Authority owns and operates three transfer stations within the County at Malone, Lake Clear and Tupper Lake.