The Bigger Better Bottle Bill
In this blog post, we delve into the efforts of the Bottle Bill 40 Coalition, that had been led by the late Ryan Thoresen Carson, to update New York's bottle deposit program and enhance recycling rates. New York's current bottle deposit system is outdated and in need of modernization. The Bottle Bill 40 Coalition is working to update the program to make it more effective and efficient and to increase recycling rates.
The Bottle Bill Coalition: Modernizing New York's Recycling Program
The Bottle Bill 40 Coalition is an alliance of over 300 organizations working to modernize the state's successful bottle deposit program. The Coalition was led by Ryan Thoresen Carson, a former New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) Campaign Coordinator on issues of solid waste.
The Coalition's goal is to update the state's bottle deposit program to make it more effective and efficient. The current program is outdated and has not been updated in over 40 years. As a result, it is not as effective as it could be in reducing litter and increasing recycling rates.
The Coalition's proposal would update the program to include all beverage containers, regardless of size or shape. It would also increase the deposit amount to 10 cents per container. These changes would make the program more effective in reducing litter and increasing recycling rates.
Ryan Thoresen Carson's Leadership and Advocacy Continues
Ryan Thoresen Carson was a passionate advocate for environmental protection. He had been working on the issue of bottle deposit programs for over 10 years. He was a recognized expert on the issue and has testified before the New York State Legislature on several occasions.
Carson was a strong believer in the power of grassroots organizing. He has worked tirelessly to build support for the Bottle Bill 40 Coalition. He had also been successful in getting the issue covered in the media.
Carson's leadership had been essential to the Coalition's success. He had helped to raise awareness of the issue and build support for the Coalition's proposal. He was a tireless advocate for environmental protection and is dedicated to making New York a greener state, and his mission continues.
The Benefits of an Updated Bottle Deposit Program
An updated bottle deposit program would have many benefits for New York State. It would reduce litter, increase recycling rates, and create jobs.
Reduced Litter
Litter is a major problem in New York State. Every year, millions of beverage containers are littered. These containers can end up in our waterways, parks, and streets. They are unsightly and can be harmful to wildlife.
An updated bottle deposit program would help to reduce litter. By increasing the deposit amount and including all beverage containers, the program would make it more expensive to litter. This would discourage people from littering and would help to keep our state clean.
Increased Recycling Rates
New York State has a recycling rate of about 25%. This is below the national average of 32%. An updated bottle deposit program would help to increase recycling rates. By making it more convenient to recycle beverage containers, the program would encourage people to recycle more.
Job Creation
An updated bottle deposit program would create jobs. The program would require new recycling centers to be built and new workers to be hired to collect and process the containers. These jobs would provide a boost to the economy and would help to create a cleaner environment.
How to Support the Bottle Bill 40 Coalition's Mission
There are many ways to support the Bottle Bill 40 Coalition's mission. You can:
- Join the Coalition.
- Donate to the Coalition.
- Volunteer your time.
- Spread the word about the Coalition's work.
By taking action, you can help to make New York a greener state. You can help to reduce litter, increase recycling rates, and create jobs.
Community Involvement and the Future of Recycling
The Bottle Bill 40 Coalition is a grassroots organization that is working to make a difference. The Coalition is made up of individuals, businesses, and organizations who are all committed to protecting the environment.
The Coalition's work is essential to the future of recycling in New York State. By updating the bottle deposit program, the Coalition can help to reduce litter, increase recycling rates, and create jobs.
You can support the Coalition's mission by joining, donating, volunteering, or spreading the word about their work. By taking action, you can help to make New York a greener state.
Conclusion
New York's bottle deposit program is outdated and in need of modernization. The Bottle Bill 40 Coalition is working to update the program to make it more effective and efficient and to increase recycling rates. The Coalition's proposal would update the program to include all beverage containers, regardless of size or shape, and increase the deposit amount to 10 cents per container. This would help to reduce litter and increase recycling rates.
You can support the Coalition's mission by joining, donating, volunteering, or spreading the word about their work. By taking action, you can help to make New York a greener state.
For more information about the Bottle Bill 40 Coalition, please visit their website at NYPIRG.org. You can also follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
To listen to the related episode, "Encore with Ryan Thoresen Carson on B~Our Planets Solution with Tonia Torrellas," on Word of Mom Radio.
