Our commitment to sustainability begins with education, and we've compiled a wealth of Educational Resources to assist you through the intricacies of recycling. Whether you're a student, educator, or simply passionate about sustainability and materials management, these resources can help guide you.
For the younger generation, our specially designed Recycling Resources for Kids offer engaging and interactive materials, making learning about recycling both enjoyable and educational.
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The Division offers several types of educational presentations for both children and adults. Click here to view or download a list of opportunities. For questions or to schedule a presentation email solidwastemgmt@dutchessny.gov or call (845) 486-2841.
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To celebrate America Recycles Day (November 15th), the Division of Solid Waste Management annually hosts the "America Recycles Day Art Challenge", designed for K-12 students in Dutchess County. The goal of the project is to educate young people on recycling practices while also having them reimagine materials they would otherwise throw away. Materials for each project are collected by the student, bringing attention to how much waste accumulates daily and how much can be recycled or reused creatively.
A reception is held to congratulate the winners and all winning artwork is displayed at the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site in their Henry A. Wallace Center for several weeks.
Visit our webpage to see the press release with winners' information, and our Facebook page to see photos from the 2025 reception!
The Division of Solid Waste has developed a guide to assist residents and municipalities accurately dispose of a variety of materials. The guide is updated annually in the fall and the 2025 version can be found here.
