Thursday, February 7, 2013

NYC Officials Consider Banning Styrofoam


Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656 


New York City officials are considering banning plastic foam containers from being sold in NYC as an effort to increase the city’s recycling rate.

Many NYC takeout locations use polystyrene or Styrofoam products to package up takeout for many customers. However, these containers can take years to break down when put in the trash.

Department of Sanitation Deputy Commissioner Ron Gonen said, “The environmental benefits of recycling are obvious. What we’re trying to do is make clear to everyone why it’s important from an economic perspective.”

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