Gov. Dannel Malloy created an 11-member working group to modernize the state’s approach to recycling and lower costs of municipalities.
Malloy’s Modernizing Recycling Working Group will overhaul the state’s policies toward organic composting, recycling streams and education; examine the operations of the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority; and develop a comprehensive plan for solid waste management and its environmental impact.
Recommendations are due to Malloy by Dec. 1.
“When we recycle more effectively and efficiently, we gain greater value from waste materials, improve our air quality and reduce costs.” Malloy said in a press release.
Members of the group hail from the Governor’s Office, the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, the Department of Public Health, the Office of Policy & Management, municipalities and the private sector.
