Worcester Awarded $97K For Recycling, Waste Reduction Efforts

WORCESTER, MA — Worcester was awarded $97,500 from the state for its recycling, composting, and waste reduction efforts.

The grant is part of more than $4 million in funding for the state's Sustainable Materials Recovery Program, announced by the Healey-Driscoll Administration on Wednesday. Worcester was awarded a Recycling Dividends Program grant to support municipal policies and programs proven to maximize materials reuse and recycling, as well as waste reduction.

While 271 communities received the RDP grant, Worcester is one of eight cities and towns awarded grants of more than $50,000.

"These investments in recycling, composting, and waste-reduction infrastructure are a commitment to the future of our cities and towns," said Sen. Robyn Kennedy (D-Worcester). "When we expand food-waste collection, strengthen local reuse programs, and modernize municipal recycling systems, we’re reducing what goes to landfills while lowering emissions, protecting public health, and empowering communities to build a more resilient, sustainable Massachusetts for generations to come."

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