By Mia Bechak
WTNH
WTNH – Some communities in Connecticut are getting some extra incentive to maintain their recycling programs. Others are getting the funds they need to start recycling programs. It’s all thanks to Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. DEEP announced that seven communities are getting the money they need to enhance local waste reduction, reuse and recycling programs. Over $60,000 will be given out. Here’s a breakdown of how the funds will be divided:
Town of Branford – $6,000
Branford implemented the third year of a Holiday Recycling Program aimed at educating residents on the importance of collecting the excess wrapping paper and gift waste for recycling.
Town of Bridgewater – $3,990
Bridgewater is applying grant funds towards a guard shed at the Town’s Recycling Facility which will allow for staff to provide recycling and reuse education and to monitor incoming loads and minimize contamination. They will also be improving their town public space recycling with new recycling bins.
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