Waste Prevention

Learn about composting, waste prevention, and recycling in your work place, school or at home.


Bureau of Waste Prevention, Reuse and Recycling
The Sanitation Department's Bureau of Waste Prevention, Reuse and Recycling can help you learn about composting, waste prevention, and recycling in your work place, school or at home. Many of your questions may be answered by the Sanitation Action Center's information tapes. If not, an operator can offer assistance. You can also send away for written materials on these subjects.

Monday through Friday, 7 am to 4 pm
Bureau of Waste Prevention, Reuse and Recycling, NYC Department of Sanitation
P.O. Box 156, Bowling Green Station
(212) 219-8090

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