KINGSTON – Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger has announced the launch of the Green the Scene: We are Zero-Waste Bound! Grant program to encourage and support practices to reduce waste at fairs, festivals, and community events in the county.

The county tourism office is accepting applications through Monday, June 30 for grants of up to $2,000 for events scheduled in 2025.

Eligible grant expenses include zero waste supplies including bins, compostable bags, compostable service ware and cleaning supplies; hauling and composting services; and funding for a dedicated zero-waste coordinator.

The program is supported by a $25,000 allocation in this year’s county budget.

“We have so many wonderful festivals and fairs around the county every year, and we want to support their efforts to red

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