'DEC Does What?!' Podcast Episode 9 Now Available: Talkin' Trash

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released the latest episode of "DEC Does What!", the bi-weekly podcast that features conversations with DEC experts about the agency's wide-ranging efforts to protect New Yorkers and the environment. Episode Nine- "Talkin' Trash"-explores how DEC is working to promote reuse and recycling efforts statewide and how New Yorkers can help reduce waste in their communities.

New York State is leading the way to advance more sustainable solid waste management and educating people about how to prevent landfilling, protect glass and other recyclables from "wish-cycling," and directly support efforts to reduce climate-altering pollution. In this episode, Sean and Erica welcome Amy Bloomfield and Kayla Montanye, Environmental Program Specialists with DEC's Division of Materials Management, to discuss how New Yorkers can take steps at home to help the recycling process succeed and the policies in place to reduce waste and promote sustainability.

Episode Nine also spotlights the latest environmental news and DEC initiatives, including new proposed freshwater wetlands regulations to protect water quality, habitat, and community resiliency; statewide efforts to increase accessibility at DEC recreational facilities with the Mobility Device Reservation Pilot Program at Camp Santanoni and Accessible Destinations Online Map; and recent state record catches of longnose gar and largemouth bass.

All episodes of "DEC Does What?!" are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, and all major podcast platforms.

For more information on "DEC Does What?!," visit DEC's website.