Recycling

Old cars used to end up in landfills or be left to rust away on vacant land. That has changed dramatically over time. About 27 million vehicles are recycled globally each year and about 12 million of those come from the United States. In fact, vehicles are the most recycled objects in America.

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. Bar-B-Qs, picnics, vacationing, Americans will want to be outdoors. And at events large and small, in parks or backyards, Americans bring with them the foods and beverages that are easiest to transport.

You know the kinds of restaurants and take-out places I’m talking about. The food is thoughtful, high quality and reflected in the prices. Their politics is enlightened, if by enlightened you mean liberal, eco-friendly and college-educated.

Governor Hochul and state lawmakers are reportedly finally moving towards finalizing a state budget. Once that work is complete, the Legislature’s attention will be debating “non-budget” bills between now and the scheduled end of the session on June 12th.

The Burlington City Council held several work sessions during their meeting Monday night, including updates on a planned Overdose Prevention Center and recycling plans for the 2026 fiscal year.

A major Northeast cheese producer will begin using recycled packaging with some of its products.

An Albany County town is expanding its food scraps composting program.

A Southern Albany County factory opened its doors to reporters Wednesday for conversations with the site’s leadership and a preview of its innovative eco-friendly products.

Americans generate a lot of trash. According to the EPA, in 2018 the United States produced nearly 300 million tons of waste. Unfortunately, most of that waste ends up in the nation’s landfills.

The Town of Bethlehem in Albany County is showing off its new food scraps composting system.