It is with great pleasure that we present to you our Annual Report for 2021. Since 1987, the LES Ecology Center has pioneered community-based urban sustainability models that have been replicated throughout New York City. Through our e-waste recycling, composting, environmental stewardship, and education programs, we have offered New Yorkers opportunities to become more involved in creating a greener and healthier city. Check out the work we achieved in 2021 thanks to every one of you. Check out the link below to read our Annual Report. https://lnkd.in/evuvayEv #sustainability #annualreport #nonprofit
The Lower East Side Ecology Center
环境服务
New York，New York 773 位关注者
We provide unique e-waste and composting services, environmental stewardship opportunities, and educational programming
关于我们
Outstanding Renewal Enterprise, Inc. (The Lower East Side Ecology Center) was founded in 1987 as one of the first organizations to offer community-based recycling and composting programs in New York City. We started our programs by providing innovative recycling drop-off centers. Today, the Ecology Center offers free public compost collection and education, electronic waste recycling, stewardship of public open space, and environmental education. Our programs focus on offering opportunities for all New Yorkers to learn about environmental issues facing NYC and to take responsibility for solving those problems.
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https://www.lesecologycenter.org
The Lower East Side Ecology Center的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 环境服务
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- New York，New York
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1987
- 领域
- Environmental Education、Small Business Sustainability Consulting、Composting和E-Waste Recycling
地点
The Lower East Side Ecology Center员工
动态
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?? Last Thursday, we had an inspiring evening at the Lower East Side Girls Club for our Artist Talk: Community Care—Stewarding Your Neighborhood! ???? The discussion explored what it truly means to steward in your community. Featuring the powerful voices of Felicia Young, Christian Bachez, Emma Camell, Emma Turner, Susie Oh, and Pauline Galian, the event brought together local artists and environmental stewards to share ideas, spark creativity, and reflect on our roles in caring for our neighborhoods. Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared their stories, and contributed to this vibrant dialogue. And, of course, a big shoutout to @lmcc_nyc and @girlsclubny for their support!
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?? Our Executive Director, Christine Datz-Romero, recently spoke on the Food Pod for Humanity podcast, brought to you by the Columbia Climate School's Food for Humanity Initiative! ???? In the 3rd episode, Christine dives into the crucial connections between climate change and our food systems, sharing valuable insights and ideas on how we can all make a difference. Take a listen and explore these important topics! ??? ?? https://lnkd.in/eyx8zqjs
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?? Bulb Overload! ?? We’ve found ourselves with way too many bulbs and need your help! Join us this Thursday from 10 AM - 12 PM at Tompkins Square Park to plant over 2,000 bulbs and make our neighborhood bloom. ?? Sign up through the link below, and let’s get planting together! ?? https://lnkd.in/eWHHSnCr
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Starting yesterday, October 6, NYC launched its first citywide food waste collection program! ???? Residents are now separating food waste to reduce landfill methane emissions and support composting. Most of the organic waste will be processed into bio-gas, which will help heat homes. Want to learn more? Check out the full article by Inside Climate Week to see what’s next for NYC’s sustainability efforts! https://lnkd.in/edFKWhPz
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?? Great news! Funding for Community Composting has been restored, and we're growing our team! We're hiring for two exciting roles: ?? Community Engagement Coordinator Focus: Compost education, public outreach, and supporting community compost sites. ??Curbside Outreach Coordinator Focus: Education, public outreach, and assisting building staff with curbside composting. ??? Apply by September 24, 2024! Tap the link below to learn more and apply! ??? https://lnkd.in/eZvyBtfp ?? #JobOpening #NYC #Sustainability #Composting
Jobs | LES Ecology Center
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?? We’re Hiring! ?? Passionate about trees and community? We’ve got the perfect job for you! ?? We’re on the lookout for a full-time Street Tree Care Coordinator to lead tree-tastic volunteer activities, run workshops for our awesome community, and manage our tool lending library. ??? But that’s not all! You’ll also get to launch our brand-new ‘Coolest Block in the Lower East Side’ program—where you’ll help empower neighbors to care for their street trees through fun activities like soil amendment, beautification, and tree guard installation. ???? Apply by: August 30, 2024 Ready to make the LES greener? Tap the link in our bio to learn more and apply! ???
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Plastic is everywhere - in every living being and our oceans and our soil - we need to get serious about limiting the amount of plastic that is produced.
???? #DIDYOUKNOW Plastic production is projected to *double* in the next decade? This is a big threat to climate goals and also disproportionately impacts low-income communities and communities of color. Here’s why: ? Petrochemical facilities release cancer-causing chemicals that pollute our communities ? Plastics are going to become the largest driver of oil and gas demand by 2050 ? The plastic industry could potentially emit more greenhouse gases than coal plants by 2030 ? The harmful impacts throughout the plastic lifecycle, from extraction to disposal are HUGE Good news? There are solutions! Here are a few ways better policy can help: ? Establish stricter rules for petrochemical plants ?Set nationwide targets to reduce single-use plastics ? Focus on reusable and refillable systems that also address socioeconomic barriers ? Reject false solutions like plastic-to-fuel conversion The plastic pollution crisis is an urgent threat to public and environmental health, with communities near plastics facilities often suffering from exposure to harmful pollutants and increased long-term health complications. Advancing equitable policy is a crucial part of achieving environmental justice and a more sustainable future by addressing the root causes of plastic pollution. Want to help right away? Like and share this post! #PlasticFree #PlasticFreeJuly #PlasticPollution Post by Kaleea Korunka ?
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?? Calling All Corporate Groups! ?? Join us this October and November at Tompkins Square Park to plant thousands of bulbs and bring a burst of color to our community! ??? Team up with us at the LES Ecology Center to make a lasting impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage your team in meaningful environmental action and beautify our beloved park. If your corporate group is interested in getting involved, reach out to Antonio at [email protected] for more details. Let's plant the seeds of change together! ????
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?? A big THANK YOU to the New York City Council members for supporting the Save Our Compost coalition in restoring funding for our community compost projects! ???? We want to especially thank @cmshaunabreu and @nycspeakeradams for their support! With their help, we can continue providing free composting drop-off sites in the community. ??? We're also thrilled to see your support for new partners and smaller yet equally impactful groups in their communities: @bk_rot @brosis512 @enyfarms @cafcu @redhookfarms @compostpower Also, thank you to everyone who stood with us, attended our rallies, and contacted City officials by phone or email. Don't forget to reach out to them again to express your gratitude for supporting this important program. Together, we're making a greener, more sustainable NYC! ????
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