To the Editor:

Beginning in late October, Princeton will open a new pilot program that will allow all residents of the municipality to recycle their food scraps at one of two drop-off locations: Witherspoon Hall near the EV charging stations, or Monument Hall, towards the rear of the lot next to Suzanne Patterson. This pilot program is a much more affordable option for the town than the previous curbside organics recycling, and allows everyone to participate, including renters whose trash is not collected through the municipality, who could not join the curbside program.

Initially, the program will be limited to 200 residents (100 at each site) who can register online, and who will be chosen by lottery. If successful, it is quite possible that the program may be expanded to include more drop-off sites.

The many benefits to residents include the fact that this drop-off service is free, that it could lead to considerable waste reduction, its affordability, and the fact that it is open to all.

To learn more about the program and to sign up before the registration deadline of October 20, visit princetonnj.gov.

Anne Soos
Vice Chair, Princeton Environmental Commission
Hun Road