News from the New York Product Stewardship Council
On October 31st, Join us at the New York Textiles Summit in New York City
Stakeholders across the supply chain will explore opportunities to reduce waste, increase recycling, and highlight innovations in textiles manufacturing.
NYPSC Board Shares Takeaways from the 2017 U.S. Product Stewardship Forum
Powerful keynote speech explores the role of extended producer responsibility in the circular economy [video]. NYPSC chair receives "Thoughtful Motivator" award. Learn more.
Stewardship Bills for Paint, Solar Panels, and Alkaline Batteries Make Headway in 2017
Stewardship bills for paint and solar panels passed the NYS Senate; an alkaline batteries bill passed the State Assembly. Learn more.
NYPSC Supports Pharmaceuticals Stewardship Bill in Westchester County
NYPSC has submitted a letter of support for the county bill. Learn more.
New York State News
Extended producer responsibility & product stewardship in NY
Children in Greenport, NY Create Logos for Businesses Participating in Plastic Source Reduction Pilot
The kids presented restaurant owners with "Trash Free Waters" window decal to market plastic reduction efforts.Learn more.
New York Department of Conservation (NY DEC) Updates Drug Take-Back Locator
The laws base the state's electronics recycling program on a convenience standard. Learn more.
In Support of Laredo, Texas Plastic Bag Ban, Cotton Ginners and Cattle Ranchers File Amicus Brief
The outcome of the case will determine local government authority to regulate bags and protect economic interests.Learn more.
California to Hold Packaging Reform Workshop on October 10, 2017
The workshop will gather public input to improve packaging recycling in the state.Learn more.
Events, Webinars, Conferences
FREE Webinar: Outreach + Education Strategies to Improve Battery, Thermostat, + Phone Book Stewardship | Product Stewardship Institute | October 12, 2017 2pm-3pm ET|
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2017 New York Textiles Summit | New York Product Stewardship Council, Re-Clothe NY Coalition, New York State Pollution Prevention Institute, and Product Stewardship Institute| Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY | October 31, 2017 |
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