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Good habits. Better blocks.

Most of us already do our part. CleanerNYC is about building on that — encouraging simple everyday habits, recognizing local businesses that care for their surroundings, and exploring with the next generation how the small choices we make every day add up to cleaner neighborhoods.

Starting Local

Cleaner neighborhoods are shaped by the people who use them, the businesses that serve them, and the public services that support them. CleanerNYC focuses on these three parts of neighborhood life — starting with schools, local businesses and local authorities.

Bringing CleanerNYC Workshops to Schools

We develop engaging school workshops that help young New Yorkers understand litter, waste, responsible consumption and the role they can play in keeping their neighborhoods clean.

Partnering With Local Businesses

Through the CleanerNYC Eco-Label, local businesses make a simple commitment to maintain the area around their storefront and manage their waste responsibly.

Engaging With Local Authorities

We work with city agencies, elected officials, BIDs and community organizations to advocate for practical improvements in street cleanliness and waste management.

CleanerNYC is growing through the support of schools, local businesses, community partners, and sponsors who share our vision for a cleaner city.

Whether you’d like to bring a workshop to your school, join the Eco-Label, support our work, or explore a partnership, we’d love to hear from you.