Recycling deposit requirement for every can/bottle sold in NYC

Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?

Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.

Everyone

Describe the challenge you want to address:

If vendors sell in NYC, they should be required to have their containers—glass, tin, metal, plastic— purchased with a deposit. New York City can be a leader in this effort to recycle more responsibly and vigorously.

What is the solution to the challenge?

Legislation introduced now, implemented within one year.

Please provide your Zip Code

11785