GrowNYC presents: New York City Recycling Made Simple | GrowNYC

These short videos will show you what you need to know to be a NYC Recycling Pro! Watch them now and contact us to screen them at your next meeting or event. NOTE: As of April 23, 2013, the NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) accepts more kinds of plastic for recycling. Our instructional videos, produced in 2009, do not include this change, but are otherwise accurate.


Paper & Cardboard Recycling in 30 seconds	Metal Recycling in 30 seconds	Glass Recycling in 30 seconds


Plastic Recycling in 30 seconds	Beverage Carton Recycling in 15 seconds	Paper & Cardboard Recycling in 60 seconds


Metal, Glass, Plastic & Carton Recycling in 60 seconds

GrowNYC Grains Online Auction & Home Bakers Meet-Up

GrowNYC Grains hosts the 2019 Home Bakers Meet-Up and an online auction, including some not-to-be-missed experiences!

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