Greenpoint is already home to the largest wastewater management plant in New York City. In a few weeks, we’ll be adding yet another jewel to our waste-management crown. On June […]
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You Can Go to Hawaii Or Palm Springs Will Come To You — The Hook-up (5/4)
Welcome to Friday, Greenpoint! Now that the sun is out, the news is full of all things Paradise. First up, what’s better than Summer Fridays? An all-expenses paid trip to […]
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It’s official–Greenpoint is Crowned NYC’s King of Illegal Dumping
We all know Greenpoint has a rep as being a pretty filthy hood. Not only do we process the lion’s share of  NYC’s poop, but our backyard is infamous for […]
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Save your Food Scraps! Composting is Coming to Greenpoint
Americans waste A LOT of food–35 million tons a year! In fact, we throw out more food than plastic, paper, metal, or glass. If that wasn’t scary enough, this disturbing trend is […]
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Trash Talk – New York’s Fascinating History With Garbage
Do you ever stop to think about the enormous undertaking and organization required to keep New York City clean? Robin Nagle does, and she wants everyone in New York City […]