New York's Recycling Gap: Key Findings from the CSMM and RRS Statewide Recycling Assessment

The article summarizes Phase 2 findings of a comprehensive New York State recycling assessment led by the Center for Sustainable Materials Management (CSMM) in partnership with Resource Recycling Systems (RRS). It reveals that while most households have access to recycling services, actual recycling rates remain low due to gaps in participation, infrastructure, and education funding. Overall, the report highlights significant opportunities to improve system performance and advance New York’s broader circular economy goals.

“Recycling is critical infrastructure, just like roads or broadband.”

Written by:

Emma Andrus, Associate Editor