Environment (Recycling)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1502: Enacts the "responsible renewable energy recycling act"

Enacts the "responsible renewable energy recycling act" to require manufacturers of solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries to collect such materials when they are taken out of use; requires educational outreach relating thereto; establishes collection goals therefor; requires reporting of collection efforts.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates recycling of solar, wind, and battery materials, promoting sustainable lifecycle management for renewable energy infrastructure and supporting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates recycling of solar/wind/battery components, promoting waste reduction and resource conservation in renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Recycling

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 7809: Establishes state composting programs

Requires all state agencies to establish a composting program in buildings owned, occupied or operated by such agencies; allows such agencies to arrange for collection of compostable waste by a private carter, transport such waste itself or process such waste on-site; requires reports on the costs and effectiveness of such programs.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates composting programs to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions, directly supporting pollution control and conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6166: Relates to a regional plan for Long Island glass recycling

Directs the department of environmental conservation to develop a regional plan for Long Island glass recycling in coordination with Alfred university and Long Island municipalities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs development of a glass recycling plan, promoting resource conservation and waste reduction per environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5062: Relates to producer responsibility

Enacts the affordable waste reduction act"; defines terms; provides for registration of producer responsibility organizations and service providers; establishes the producer responsibility advisory board; provides for department of environmental conservation responsibilities; provides for producer responsibility advisory board, organization, producer and service provider responsibilities; creates a recyclable or compostable covered materials lists and exempt materials list; establishes producer fees; provides for service provider reimbursement; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnacts waste reduction act with producer responsibility, establishing recyclable materials lists and advisory board to promote environmental protection through waste management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6125: Relates to declaring the goal of the state of New York to source reduce, reuse, recycle, or compost no less than eighty-five percent of the solid waste generated by the year 2035

Relates to declaring the goal of the state of New York to source reduce, reuse, recycle, or compost no less than eighty-five percent of the solid waste generated by the year 2035.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentSets 85% waste diversion target by 2035, advancing recycling/composting to reduce landfill pollution and conserve resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 24, 2025

S 3171: Requires the trustees of The State University of New York to develop a SUNY-wide zero waste action plan

S 3171 requires the SUNY trustees to create a system-wide zero waste action plan within one year, directly affecting all 13 SUNY universities and 24 community colleges. The plan must address waste reduction (like eliminating single-use plastics and improving procurement), reuse, recycling, composting, and student/faculty engagement, with specific metrics and a 2033 deadline for achieving zero waste. Each campus must then develop its own detailed action plan within 180 days, prioritizing reusable materials over single-use options. SUNY trustees must annually report progress to the legislature and the public, including waste audits and campus compliance updates.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires zero waste plan with plastic reduction, recycling/composting metrics, and 2033 target, directly advancing pollution control and conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2077: Prohibits the purchase of single-use plastic bottles by the state and any governmental entity or political subdivision or public benefit corporation thereof

Prohibits the purchase of single-use plastic bottles by the state and any governmental entity or political subdivision or public benefit corporation thereof except for when required by health requirements, emergencies, or when no other alternative is available or practicable.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits state purchase of single-use plastic bottles, directly reducing plastic pollution and advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1314: Relates to the prevention and mitigation of marine and coastal debris

Relates to the prevention and mitigation of marine and coastal debris; defines terms; requires the department of environmental conservation to prepare and annually update a marine and coastal debris action plan.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires DEP to develop annual marine debris action plan, directly addressing pollution control and environmental protection through prevention/mitigation measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5248: Enacts the "New York state waste recycling and reduction act"

Enacts the "New York state waste recycling and reduction act" to require each commercial building in the state to recycle paper products and single-use plastic products produced or used on site.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates recycling of paper/single-use plastics in commercial buildings, reducing waste and conserving resources - direct environmental protection measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1930: Requires state agencies and contractors to recycle 50% of the waste generated on public works construction and demolition sites

This bill requires state agencies and contractors to recycle or reuse 25% of construction and demolition waste on public works sites for projects starting within one year of the law's effective date, and 50% for projects starting one year later. After project completion, contractors and state agencies must submit documented proof - including notarized affidavits from waste haulers or recyclers - to the state comptroller within 30 days to verify compliance. The law applies to state departments, universities (excluding community colleges), and specific state authorities managing public construction and demolition projects. It focuses on reducing landfill waste through mandatory recycling targets and clear reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates 25-50% recycling of construction/demolition waste, directly reducing landfill use and promoting resource conservation per environmental protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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