Rockland Green

Rockland Green serves the Hudson Valley region of New York with comprehensive recycling, waste reduction, and educational programs. Founded in 1994, we're a not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering a culture of environmental responsibility and empowering communities to make sustainable choices.

Our Mission

Our mission is to:

• Promote and facilitate the separation and collection of recyclable materials from residential and commercial waste.
• Divert organic materials from landfills through composting and yard waste programs.
• Educate the public about the importance of recycling, waste reduction, and sustainable practices.

Residential Services

• Recycling & Trash Collection: Weekly curbside collection of recyclables and trash, with convenient online scheduling.
• Compost & Rain Barrel Program: Affordable monthly pickup of compostable materials and delivery of reusable rain barrels.
• Recycling Contamination Hotline: Get personalized guidance on what goes where with our dedicated hotline and online resources.

Business Services

• Commercial Recycling & Waste Management: Customized programs tailored to businesses of all sizes.
• Flow Control & Food Waste Reduction: Consulting and services to minimize food waste and optimize recycling practices.
• Recycling Statistics & Assistance: Data tracking, analysis, and recommendations to improve your recycling programs.

Community Engagement

• HHW & Materials Recovery: Secure disposal of hazardous waste and recovery of reusable materials from businesses.
• Education & Outreach: Workshops, presentations, and school programs to engage communities in sustainability.
• Special Events & Programs: Hosting various events and initiatives to foster environmental awareness.

Our Impact

In the past year alone, Rockland Green has:

• Diverted over 37,000 tons of materials from landfills.
• Processed over 565,500 pounds of e-waste.
• Provided recycling education and outreach to over 12,000 residents.

Join Us on the Journey to Sustainability

Rockland Green offers a range of services and programs designed to make sustainable living easy and accessible to everyone. Contact us today to learn how you can join us in building a greener future.