The problem of what to do with garbage continues to puzzle New York City. By reusing items that might otherwise be disposed of as waste, you can help reduce the amount of garbage in New York City and make it an even better place to live. The links below provide all of the information you need to ease your search for repair and rental shops. A list of some of the many organizations that accept and distribute donated used goods is also provided. By reusing items that might otherwise be disposed of as waste, we can reduce the mountains of trash collected and transported to our landfill - over 16,000 tons per day in New York City alone.
Tips Bring a reusable coffee mug to work, instead of using disposable paper or plastic cups.
Reuse the back of bills, letters, and envelopes for shopping lists or messages for family members. Bring your lunch in a reusable bag or container. Return extra clothes hangers to your dry cleaner. Reuse glass jars and plastic margarine, yogurt, or Chinese takeout containers to store leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer. Choose plastic tableware and plates instead of paper, and reuse them whenever possible.