Trash Talk
February 10, 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
What goes in your bin? What stays out? Why recycle? Where do recyclables go? Can I save money? What is the fuss about food scrap recycling?
Connecticut is experiencing a solid waste, recycling and food waste crisis. More waste is generated than we have the capacity to manage. What’s happening to all that waste? Where does it go? Managing waste and knowing what to recycle can be confusing.
What is the state of Connecticut’s universal recycling guide. What is the state doing with regard to the food waste crisis? What happens when you put the wrong thing in your recycling bin? How does waste and recycling impact the environment? How can managing your waste save you money and how it affects your taxes?
Come to this family-friendly event, to learn where our garbage and recycling really go. Learn more about our town’s special initiatives such as food scraps recycling, redeemable bottles & cans, food rescue and backyard composting programs.
Join industry expert, Jennifer Heaton-Jones, the Executive Director of the regional governmental solid waste and recycling authority, HRRA, for a fascinating presentation followed by a panel discussion and Q & A. You’re guaranteed to learn something new.
Panelists providing updates and perspectives will include:
Larry Roberts - Weston Public Works
Andy Bill - Bottle & Cans
Alice Ely and Scott Smith – Backyard Composting
This community talk is a collaboration between Sustainable Weston Town Committee, Lachat Town Farm and the HRRA. It is the 5th in a series of community talks, “Living In the Country”, spearheaded by Sustainable Weston Town Committee.
This program is being offered at no charge to the community, but due to space constraints pre-registration is required.
Instructor: Jennifer Heaton-Jones
