Learn about the impacts of effective waste management

New York City produces 14 million tons of waste annually, but recycling rates remain low compared to other major cities.

Different materials break down at varying rates, ranging from days to thousands of years, based on their environment.

Waste diversion measures the portion of waste produced by a business sent somewhere other than landfill or incinerators.

Food choices impact our carbon footprint. Reducing meat consumption and waste are key ways to mitigate climate change.

Regenerative agriculture offers a more circular, resilient system for growing food that benefits the entire ecosystem.

The zero-waste movement focuses on resource conservation through responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery.

Recycling is key to a sustainable future, but confusion about materials and contamination remain significant barriers.