As a follow up from our January 5 Panel discussion program, the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society is scheduling a series of programs to dig deeper into some of our Climate Action topics. This program will look at the work being done by the Otsego County Planning & Solid Waste Department and Delaware County Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department.

We all know that recycling is important, but do we know exactly why? What happens to the recyclable material once you put it in the recycling bin? What food composting options are available in the region and why is it important to compost? Does trash contribute to climate change (hint-yes!)? What legislation is being introduced at the state and local level to improve recycling, composting, and solid waste management generally? These are all questions this panel discussion looks to answer. Bring all of your trash, recycling, and compost questions.

You might not be able to afford an electric car yet, or retrofit your home to run off of renewable energy, but you CAN change your waste practices!