“Being green” in today’s world pretty much means being mindful of your impact. Taking care of the earth’s resources is important for us and for future generations. Whatever you can do to decrease waste will be helpful. Being green can also help us keep more green in our wallets. As you learn how to reduce, reuse and recycle, it’s likely you’ll also discover that certain joy that comes from being thrifty.
To help you along your path to greener living, Re-Source York offers links to some sites (both virtual and physical) you may wish to check out. Most are local or regional and you’re encouraged to send us your suggestions to add to the list.
Recycling Centers
Consolidated Scrap Resources – appliance recycling info
York Waste Disposal – Recycling Info
Salvage & ReUse Centers
ReFindings – York’s Architectural Warehouse | 465 Prospect Street, York PA | 717.854.7152
Lancaster Creative Reuse Center | The Stahr Center, Lower Level, Rm. B-5, 438 N. Queen St., Lancaster PA, 717.341.4850
Building Character | 342 North Queen Street (rear warehouses), Lancaster, PA | 717.394.7201
Lancaster Habitat ReStore, Lancaster, PA
The Loading Dock | Baltimore, MD
Second Chance | Baltimore, MD
Thrift Stores
Salvation Army Thrift Store | 1090 Haines Rd, York, PA | 717.840.1300
Good Will | 1120 Roosevelt Ave Ste 1, York, PA | 717.846.5780
Other
The Bee – gathering with purpose
[This list is a work in progress; please check back often for new additions.]
