VOICED : New York opens one of the world's biggest

The Sunset Park Material Recovery facility in Brooklyn is the largest of its kind in the U.S. It marks New York's advancement in recycling with a chic design to raise public awareness. The facility not only benefits the environment but also offers economic gains by turning waste into marketable commodities. By year-end, it will manage all of New York's household recycling, handling 800 tons daily.

What is the significance of the Sunset Park Material Recovery facility in New York?

How does the architectural design of the facility reflect its purpose?

Discuss the environmental impact of the recycling efforts at the facility.

What economic benefits are associated with the recycling processes at this facility?

What is the estimated amount of household recycling the center will handle by the end of the year?