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The book donation bins make it easy to donate books locally, keeping them out of landfills and in circulation within your community. Convenient, sustainable book donations help support literacy, reuse, and responsible recycling.
Ardsley Partners With Bay State Books
Ardsley Partners With Bay State Books
Have old or unwanted books lying around? The Village of Ardsley has partnered with Bay State Books to offer easy book recycling. Simply drop your books - gently used or even damaged - into the collection bins located at 3 Elm Street (next to the Helpsy bins). All books are either reused or responsibly recycled, helping reduce waste and support literacy initiatives.
If you have questions, you can email info@helpsy.co or call 800-244-6350
Ardsley Supports Equitable Waste Solutions for a Greener Future
Ardsley Supports Equitable Waste Solutions for a Greener Future
Textile recycling is a key part of sustainable waste management, helping to reduce the growing volume of discarded clothing and fabrics. Programs like HELPSY - a certified B Corp and public benefit corporation - supported by Westchester County, make it easy for residents to recycle textiles instead of sending them to landfills.
The Village supports this initiative because it aligns with our commitment to environmental responsibility and equity. Recycling textiles keeps valuable materials out of the waste stream, reduces the environmental impact of landfills, and supports cleaner, healthier communities—especially in areas that are often most affected by waste facilities. This effort not only protects the environment but also promotes fairness and sustainability across the region.
Items may also be dropped off at the designated Helpsy bins located at 3 Elm Street.
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Have You Heard About the Buy Nothing Project?
Have You Heard About the Buy Nothing Project?
The Buy Nothing Project is a global, community-based movement built around the idea of giving, sharing, and reusing, and without money!
At its core, it encourages people to give freely, ask for what they need, and lend or share items within their local community. Most participation happens through local groups (often on platforms like Facebook or the dedicated Buy Nothing App), where neighbors post items they’re offering or requests for things they need.
The goals are simple but powerful:
Reduce waste by keeping usable items out of landfills
Build community connections between neighbors
Promote a gift economy instead of buying and selling
So, what should we do with all our waste? The answer is simple: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Compost as much as possible.
What Should We Really Do With Our Waste?
What Should We Really Do With Our Waste?
New York currently operates around 30 landfills, which collectively handle approximately 6 million tons of waste each year from across the state. Additionally, in 2008, we sent 2.5 million tons of waste to waste-to-energy (WTE) facilities and exported 6.1 million tons to neighboring states.
Adopting these practices is all about developing new habits. By reducing waste, reusing materials, recycling, and composting, we can create positive outcomes for our communities, our environment, and ourselves. Plus, it’s the law!
Learn more about Product Stewardship and Extended Producer Responsibility Programs
Learn more about Solid Waste Management of 1984
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