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Alliance for a Green Economy
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/alliance-for-a-green-economyAlliance for a Green Economy (AGREE) works for safe, affordable energy and the development of a green economy in New York State. AGREE's goal is a prosperous, safe, and healthy New York, fulfilling the promise of conservation, energy efficiency, and safe, clean renewable energy sources to end our state's reliance on wasteful and environmentally destructive forms of energy. AGREE works to promote this transition to a carbon-free and nuclear-free future and educates the public about alternatives that can revitalize the economy and safeguard human health and the environment.
2013 E Genesee St, Syracuse http://allianceforagreeneconomy.org/ (315) 480-1515 info@allianceforagreeneconomy.orgAmanda's Garden
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/amandas-gardenAmanda's Garden Native Perennial Nursery specializes in propagating and growing native perennial wildflowers, native ferns, native grasses and sedges. They have provided high-quality nursery propagated native perennials to museums, botanical gardens, local communities, city and state parks, landscapers, professional gardeners and private homeowners for over 26 years. Their business practices emphasize the preservation of native species, the production of high quality, healthy plant stock and meeting the unique needs of each customer. Amanda's Garden is a certified woman-owned business.
8030 Story Road, Dansville https://www.amandasnativeplants.com/ (585) 750-6288 ellen@amandasnativeplants.comAngry Mom Records
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/angry-mom-recordsAngry Mom is a music shop and record label. They buy, sell, and trade LPs, 45s, 78s, CDs & cassettes. Their specialty is in Rock, Punk, Indie, Soul/R&B, Country, International, Reggae, Psych, Folk, Electronic, Metal and Oddities but carry many other genres. In addition to their used stock, they carry a large variety of new and newly reissued records. They are always buying collections from small to large, and will also look at stereo equipment, pre-1980's comics, VHS tapes, and movie / music memorabilia. *Visit the Reuse Online Trail Directory for the full directory for used furniture, clothing, books & music, computers & electronics, sports & outdoor equipment, art & sewing materials, and antiques for all of Ithaca and Tompkins County at http://reusetrail.com.
115 Ithaca Cmns, Ithaca https://www.angry-mom-records.com (607) 319-4953 angrymomrecords@gmail.comAtlantic States Legal Foundation
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/atlantic-states-legal-foundationAtlantic States Legal Foundation, Inc. (ASLF) is a New York chartered not-for-profit corporation founded in 1982 with its purpose being to provide technical, legal, and organizing services to a variety of citizens, citizen groups, local governments, and others on a wide variety of environmental issues. We are creative problem solvers trying to advance environmental sanity through the implementation of projects that in addition to their intrinsic merit, can be prototypes for similar efforts elsewhere by ourselves and others.
658 W Onondaga St, Syracuse http://www.aslf.org/ (315) 475-1170 Atlantic.States@aslf.orgAutumn Leaves Used Books
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/autumn-leaves-used-booksAutumn Leaves offers the selection and quality of a new book store at used book prices, and a basement stacked with the best selection of used records in the region. The spacious, well lit store is designed for comfortable browsing, with knowledgeable staff. Autumn Leaves is a Certified Living Wage Employer.
115 E State St, Ithaca http://www.facebook.com/Autumn-Leaves-Used-Books-345065755653 (607) 273-8239 autumnleavesusedbooks@yahoo.comBeaver Lake Nature Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/beaver-lake-nature-centerBeaver Lake Nature Center, an Onondaga County Park facility, offers 9 miles of trails and over 400 annual programs. A rich mix of habitats creates the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds and over 800 varieties of plants. Beaver Lake features winding trails that are designed to be enjoyed in all seasons. The 200 acre glacial lake is a migratory stop for thousands of Canada geese that migrate through, as well as an opportunity for summertime exploration by canoe.
8477 East Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville https://www.onondagacountyparks.com/parks/beaver-lake-nature-center/ (315) 638-2519 blnc@ongov.netBinghamton University Sustainable Communities Masters Degree Program
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/binghamton-university-sustainable-communities-masters-degree-programA versatile program in a growing field, the Sustainable Communities program integrates environmental protection, economic vitality and social equity to solve the challenges of communities around the world. Their unique, interdisciplinary two-year program connects students to departments all over the university to ensure professional education across the broad pillars of sustainability.
67 Washington St, Binghamton https://www.binghamton.edu/sustainable-communities/index.html (607) 777-9184 ghomsy@binghamton.eduBioscience Resource Project
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/bioscience-resource-projectThe Bioscience Resource Project provides scientific and intellectual resources for a healthy future. It publishes Independent Science News, a media service devoted to food and agriculture, and their impacts on health and the environment. It also offers resources for scientists and educators and internships and training for students. Through its innovative scientific journalism and original biosafety review articles, the project provides unique and revealing perspectives on issues that are fundamental to the survival of people and the planet. The project does not accept advertising or corporate funding and is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. It is completely dependent on individual donations.
Ithaca, NY https://bioscienceresource.org/ (607) 319-0279Birdskog Farm
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/birdskog-farm-Birdskog Farm produces organic vegetables in permanent raised beds, with practices that strive to nurture the soil and improve the surrounding diversity of insects, arachnids, amphibians, and reptiles. They have sold their vegetables at farmers' markets, at regional grocery stores, and in a weekly CSA.
1448 Terry Hill Road, Alpine http://birdskogfarm.com/ (607) 339-1487 BirdskogFarm@gmail.comBlack Cat Antiques
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/black-cat-antiquesBlack Cat Antiques features a large ever-changing selection of antique tools, vintage glass, primitives, furniture and unusual items. *Visit the Reuse Online Trail Directory for the full directory for used furniture, clothing, books & music, computers & electronics, sports & outdoor equipment, art & sewing materials, and antiques for all of Ithaca and Tompkins County at http://reusetrail.com.
774 Peru Road, Groton https://blackcatantiquesshop.com/location (607) 898-2408 BlackCatAntiquesGroton@Gmail.comCanandaigua Lake Watershed Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/canandaigua-lake-watershed-associationThe Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association is a thousand member, non-profit organization whose purpose is to protect the water quality and overall environment of the Canandaigua Lake watershed for future generations by applying scientific research, advocating sound public policy, and offering educational programs to the community.
493 South Main Street, Canandaigua http://www.canandaigualakeassoc.org (585) 394-5030 info@canandaigualakeassoc.orgCayuga Bird Club
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-bird-clubThe mission of Cayuga Bird Club is the conservation of birds and other wildlife in danger of extermination, the encouragement of bird-study, and the stimulation of interest in nature by means of lectures, demonstrations, walks afield, and the establishment of such preserves, laboratories, etc as opportunity may permit.
159 Sapsucker Woods Rd, Ithaca http://cayugabirdclub.org suan.yong@gmail.comCayuga Climate Action
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-climate-actionCayuga Climate Action seeks to educate, advocate, and act on the climate crisis to protect and restore our lakes and lands. Their objectives are to restore Cayuga County’s biodiversity, transition communities to 100% renewable energy, foster recycling, composting, and waste education and reduction, and to align themselves and the county in a right relationship with the planet.
Phoenix Building Havana Room, 2 South Street https://www.facebook.com/cayugaclimateaction/ (248) 565-6272 cayugaclimateaction@gmail.comCayuga Compost
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-compostCayuga Compost is a certified high-quality compost supplier processing high volumes of food scraps and tree trimmings from local businesses and residents. Their premium compost is sold in bulk, bags, and special blends, at local retailers by onsite pickup, and by regional delivery.
3225 Agard Road, Trumansburg http://cayugacompost.com/ (607) 387-6826 cayugacompost@ottcmail.comCayuga Lake Environmental Action Now (CLEAN)
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-lake-environmental-action-now-(clean)Cayuga Lake Environmental Action Now (CLEAN) is an independent advocacy group that is working to protect Cayuga Lake. We are addressing industry polluters in an effort to highlight the need for remediation of industrial contamination. Based in Ithaca, CLEAN is working with researchers, local environmental groups, and a legal team to address water quality issues on Cayuga Lake. We are affiliated with the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network. CLEAN has fiscal sponsorship through the Chris Dennis Environment Fund. We are working to hold industry polluters accountable and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation responsible for protecting a resource that belongs to ALL of us: Cayuga Lake - from the waves up above to the salt down below.
Cayuga Lake, Ithaca http://cleancayugalake.org/ clean.cayugalake@gmail.comCayuga Lake Watershed Intermunicipal Organization
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-lake-watershed-intermunicipal-organizationThe municipalities within the Cayuga Lake watershed recognize the enormous and irreplaceable ecological, economic and social value of Cayuga Lake, its tributaries, and its wetlands. The purpose of the Intermunicipal Organization is to bring the watershed municipalities together to work collectively and collaboratively on monitoring, protecting, and restoring the health of the watershed.
Ithaca, NY http://www.cayugawatershed.org/index.html contact@cayugawatershed.orgCayuga Lake Watershed Network
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-lake-watershed-networkThe Cayuga Lake Watershed Network identifies key threats to Cayuga Lake and its watershed, and it advocates for solutions that support a healthy environment and sustainable, vibrant communities. The Network offers two free community conferences for the public annually on water issues of concern at the north and south ends of the lake; publishes four newsletters each year; cooperates with other groups in shared events for the public, and educates/advocates for the protection of Cayuga Lake, its creeks, land and communities. The Network is a charitable nonprofit organization founded in 1997, today with over 400 members and an active Board of Directors.
170 Main St, Aurora http://www.cayugalake.org (607) 319-0475 steward@cayugalake.orgCayuga Nation of New York
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-nation-of-new-yorkThe Cayuga Nation focuses on Land Rights and Economic Development. The Nation continues to be challenged on its Treaty Rights and its established reservation. Its businesses also are challenged and are currently in litigation in New York State courts. The Nation has approximately 493 enrolled members who primarily live in Western New York, but also can be found throughout the United States. Land acquistion continues to be a primary focus within the Land Claim area both in Seneca and Cayuga counties. The Nation currently holds approximately 824 acres in its land portfolio inside the land claim.
Seneca Falls, NY 13148 http://www.cayuganation-nsn.gov/ (315) 568-0750Cayuga Nature Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-nature-centerThe Cayuga Nature Center, a public education venue of the Paleontological Research Institution, provides indoor and outdoor programs and exhibits that encourage visitors to explore and understand the natural history of the Cayuga Lake Basin as part of the regional and global ecosystems. The Nature Center’s 100 acres of woodland and old field overlooking Cayuga Lake are home to a six-story treehouse, live native animals, a gorge and waterfall, and more than 5 miles of walking trails. The historic main lodge, built by the WPA in 1939, houses the largest public aquarium in the Finger Lakes – highlighting the fish life of Cayuga Lake past and present – as well as exhibits on local forest ecology, wildlife, and climate.
1420 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca https://www.cayuganaturecenter.org/ (607) 273-6260 info@cayuganaturecenter.orgCayuga Trails Club
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-trails-clubThe Cayuga Trails Club is a non-profit volunteer organization, founded in 1962 to encourage appreciation of nature through hiking, outdoor recreation, and the stewardship and conservation of foot trails. Their activities include hikes, social activities, trips to regional points of interest for hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, or canoeing, and the scouting, construction, and maintenance of more than 100 miles of trail, including a 75-mile section of the Finger Lakes Trail from Watkins Glen to Caroline, 15 miles of FLT spur trails, the 8.5-mile Cayuga Trail through the Cornell Campus and Plantations, and other short trails. CTC is affiliated with the Finger Lakes Trail Conference (FLTC), the coordinating group for the Finger Lakes Trail System. The CTC section of the Main Finger Lakes Trail is officially designated as the route of the North Country National Scenic Trail.
Ithaca, NY http://cayugatrailsclub.org/ info@cayugatrailsclub.orgCayuga Waterfront Trail
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cayuga-waterfront-trail-The Cayuga Waterfront Trail is a 5.5 mile, multi-use trail providing an active, non-motorized transportation and recreation way connecting Ithaca's most popular waterfront destinations along the southern shore of Cayuga Lake, contributing to waterfront revitalization, local quality of life and the development of sustainable transportation systems. A 2 mile loop in Cass Park extends to a linear trail connecting the West End/Inlet Island area, the Ithaca College and Cornell University Boathouses, Ithaca Farmers Market, Newman Golf Course, Stewart Park, the Ithaca Youth Bureau, and the Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Center.
904 E Shore Dr, Ithaca https://ithacatrails.org/site/Cayuga%20Waterfront%20Trail info@visitithaca.comCCE-Schuyler Community Gardens
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cce-schuyler-community-gardensCornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County has maintained multiple community gardens, and currently maintains a Teaching Garden in Montour Falls, featuring 60+ varieties of fruiting plants. These gardens are home to varieties of pollinator (Mason) bees, Cornell trials, permaculture practices, composting demonstrations, rain barrels and so much more. They are also used to host classes which educate the community about a variety of gardening techniques and varieties.
323 Owego Street, Montour Falls http://cceschuyler.org/gardening/community-gardens (607) 535-7161 rlo28@cornell.eduCCE-TC Agriculture Program
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cce-tc-agriculture-programCornell Cooperative Extension links the research and extension efforts at Cornell University, the Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station and the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, providing the knowledge to maximize New York State’s agricultural and natural resources. CCE's regional agriculture teams provide research-based information, programs, and technical assistance to dairy, field crops, vegetable, tree fruit and grape producers all around the state.
615 Willow Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850 http://cce.cornell.edu/program/agriculture (607) 272-2292 tompkins@cornell.eduCenter for Global Sustainable Enterprise
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/center-for-global-sustainable-enterpriseEstablished in 2003 through the generosity of Sam Johnson, Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management’s Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise is a world-class academic institution producing and disseminating relevant knowledge for managers seeking innovative, profitable business opportunities which address global sustainability challenges and help transform the impacts of private enterprise on the world. The Center frames global sustainability challenges as business opportunities, and works with firms to specify innovative, entrepreneurial, and new business alternatives they can implement in the marketplace. Their programs include those focused on market and enterprise creation (particularly in low income communities), clean technology commercialization and innovation, and finance + sustainability.
253 Sage Hall Cornell University Ithaca, New York 14853 http://www.johnson.cornell.edu/Center-for-Sustainable-Global-Enterprise (607) 255-0276 sa872@cornell.eduCenter for Sustainability and the Environment
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/center-for-sustainability-and-the-environmentThe Center for Sustainability and the Environment at Wells College has three distinct, yet highly-interconnected areas of focus: · Academics: The Center supports faculty interested in incorporating sustainability content in courses across disciplines and assists students and their faculty mentors to undertake sustainability-related research projects. · Operations: The Center works with operational units across campus to further develop the campus as a "living-learning" laboratory that reinforces and models the principles and practices of sustainability that students learn in their coursework. · Outreach: The Center serves as the hub for programs that engage the college community in co-creating a more sustainable campus environment.
170 Main St, Aurora https://www.wells.edu/sustainability (315) 364-3266 admissions@wells.eduCentral New York Land Trust
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/central-new-york-land-trustCNY Land Trust, working in Onondaga and Oswego Counties, acquires land either by donation or purchase and keeps it in its natural state. These lands may contain wetlands, ponds, streams, grasslands, forests, hills and all of the other wonderful natural landforms that abound in Central New York. CNY Land Trust owns all of its preserves, and cares for the land forever for community benefit. Hunting, trapping, camp fires, overnight camping and the use of motorized vehicles are prohibited for the safety of the visiting public and the protection of the land. All of the preserves are open, free of charge, for hiking, photography and nature study from sunrise to sunset every day of the year.
7 Fennell Street, Skaneateles http://cnylandtrust.org/ (315) 575-8839 director@cnylandtrust.orgChemung County Environmental Management Council
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/chemung-county-environmental-management-councilThe Chemung County Environmental Management Council (EMC) is a voluntary advisory board appointed by the county government. Its mission is two-fold: to advise county government; and two, to provide a liaison between the community and county government. Solution oriented, the Chemung County EMC strives to affect environmental improvement within the system. EMC programs often take the form of studies that provide recommended courses of action for decision makers.
425 Pennsylvania Ave, Elmira http://www.chemungcountyny.gov/chemung_county_environmental_management_council/index.php (607) 734-4453Citizens Campaign for the Environment
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/citizens-campaign-for-the-environmentCitizens Campaign for the Environment is a 120,000-member organization with offices in Syracuse, Farmingdale, Albany, and Buffalo in NY, and in Hamden, CT. CCE works to empower the public by providing members with opportunities to participate in the political process and thereby advance a strong environmental agenda. CCE engages in extensive education, research, lobbying and public outreach. One of their primary goals is to help citizens increase their influence and participation in important environmental campaigns, gaining a stronger voice in the development of public policies and legislative agendas. CCE's experienced program staff works to identify key environmental concerns in communities across New York State and Connecticut. By working with other organizations in diverse coalitions and through ongoing communication with local, state and federal elected officials and environmental and public health agencies, CCE has been successful in advancing programs that benefit the natural environment and public health. Their achievements through public involvement have resulted in greater awareness and protection of drinking water quality, preservation of open spaces, protection of beaches, bays, rivers, and Great Lakes waters, advancing renewable energy, and reductions in air and water pollutants.
2000 Teall Avenue, Syracuse https://www.citizenscampaign.org/ (315) 472-1339 syracuse@citizenscampaign.orgCity of Rochester Department of Environmental Services
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/city-of-rochester-department-of-environmental-servicesThe Department of Environmental Services (DES) is committed to assuring a clean, safe and accessible environment for our City’s residents, businesses and visitors. DES is a department for all seasons which collects refuse, recyclables, loose leaves; constructs buildings, bridges and roads, cleans and repairs our streets, maintains our water system, parks and cemeteries, provides snow and ice control, mows and beautifies gateways, open spaces and vacant lots, plants and trims trees, and much more.
30 Church Street, Rochester http://www.cityofrochester.gov/DES/ (585) 428-6855 norman@cityofrochester.orgClean Communities of Central New York
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/clean-communities-of-central-new-yorkClean Communities of CNY strives to advance the nation’s economic, environmental, and energy security by supporting local decisions to adopt practices that contribute to the reduction of petroleum consumption. They have a network of approximately 90 volunteer coalitions, which develop public/private partnerships to promote alternative fuels and advanced vehicles, fuel blends, fuel economy, hybrid vehicles, and idle reduction.
727 E Washington St, Syracuse http://www.ccofcny.com/ (315) 278-2061Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/climate-solutions-accelerator-of-the-genesee-finger-lakes-regionThe Climate Solutions Accelerator is an inclusive, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and facilitating a large-scale climate mobilization in the nine-county Genesee-Finger Lakes Region.Their mission is to create a healthier, more equitable, and environmentally sustainable community by catalyzing local efforts to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions and address the effects of climate change. Their vision is a thriving region on a healthy planet, achieved through bold, systemic climate solutions that promote prosperity and security for all.
758 South Avenue, Rochester http:// www.climategfl.org (585) 461-1023 hello@climategfl.orgClosed Loop Systems
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/closed-loop-systemsClosed Loop Systems is a waste management company that designs, builds, operates, and maintains customized resource recovery facilities. Their business is to work with clients (municipal, industrial, agricultural, institutional) to upcycle waste by recovering materials close to their source. Their mission is to implement renewable waste solutions that serve a circular economy.
124 North Genesee Street, Geneva https://closedloopsys.comCNY Green Bucket Project
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cny-green-bucket-projectCNY Green Bucket Project is a women-owned and operated business that provides food scrap collection, cleaning, and hauling services to residences of Clinton, New Hartford, Utica, and some surrounding areas. They collect buckets of food waste at customers' homes and take the waste to the Oneida Herkimer Solid Waste Authority to be turned into electricity by anaerobic digestion at the Oneida County Water Pollution Control plant through the local Food2Energy program.
New Hartford, NY https://cnygreenbucketproject.com (315) 922-0642 cnygreenbucketproject@gmail.comCoalition to Protect New York
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/coalition-to-protect-new-yorkWe envision a New York State where people have genuine governing authority to say NO to anything, such as fracking and related industrial activities, that will harm our health and welfare, our community, and the natural world it inhabits; and to say YES to that which we believe promotes the health and vibrancy of our land, our resources, and our selves. Stopping fracking and its infrastructure and related industrial activities is our primary initial battle and represents the many barriers we must overcome to achieve our vision. We are rural, urban, and suburban, and we live in Western, Central, and Southern Tier counties of New York State. We use public education, local ban laws, state law to make fracking a crime, and nonviolent creative action to foster our goals, which include Making Local Law.
904 N. Ketchumville Rd http://www.coalitiontoprotectnewyork.org (607) 657-2782 bobfinch57@gmail.comColor Brighton Green
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/color-brighton-greenThe mission of Color Brighton Green is to develop and implement coordinated programs that engage Brighton residents of all ages, educators, businesses and community organizations in individual and collective actions that protect and improve our environment. Their vision is of Brighton as a community where natural resource conservation is a central part of the culture of its residents, community organizations, businesses, and public and private institutions. A majority of citizens and businesses in Brighton take actions on an ongoing basis to reduce their use of nonrenewable energy and other resources, which ultimately improves the global environment.
829 South Winton Road, Rochester http://ColorBrightonGreen.org (585) 381-8817Community Science Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/community-science-instituteThe Community Science Institute operates a state-certified water quality testing lab that partners with groups of volunteers to monitor water quality. Their stream monitoring programs empower local residents to take charge of collecting essential information about water quality that otherwise would not exist. The unique partnership between the lab and volunteer programs allows citizens to engage in monitoring programs that produce reliable, high-quality data that can be used by researchers and government agencies to manage water resources. Their certified lab tests water samples for their stream monitoring programs as well as for members of the general public, regulated suppliers, and government agencies.
95 Brown Rd, Ithaca http://www.communityscience.org (607) 257-6606 info@communityscience.orgCompost Education Program and Tompkins County Master Composters
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/compost-education-program-and-tompkins-county-master-composters-The Compost Education Program and Tompkins County Master Composters are programs of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County. They exist to support residents to compost organic food and yard waste in ways that are easy, cost effective and environmentally and socially responsible. Their programs support the goal of the Tompkins County Department of Recycling and Materials Management, their funders, to divert compostable materials from the waste stream and maximize waste reduction in the County.
615 Willow Ave, Ithaca http://ccetompkins.org/compost (607) 272-2292 acm1@cornell.eduConesus Lake Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/conesus-lake-associationThe Conesus Lake Association's mission is to “promote the health, safety, and welfare of the residents, both permanent and temporary, of the area community known as Conesus Lake, Livingston County, New York.” Their programs include public education resources and the ConesUS Stewardship Initiative engaging the public in working to improve water quality and reduce the spread of of invasive aquatic species.
5828 Big Tree Rd, Lakeville http://www.conesuslake.org (585) 346-6864 info@conesuslake.orgCool Rochester
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cool-rochesterWith "The Low Carbon Diet" as their guide, they instruct, assist, & build consciousness around energy savings, wasting less, and more in the greater Rochester area.
Rochester, NY https://www.facebook.com/CoolRochester coolrochester@gmail.comCornell Botanic Gardens
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-botanic-gardensAs a living museum, the Cornell Botanic Gardens' cultivated gardens, arboretum, and thousands of acres of natural areas serve as outdoor classrooms for instruction across seven Cornell colleges and host research that seeks to address some of the world’s most pressing problems. The gardens are open to the public year-round and host educational programs for learners of all ages.
124 Comstock Knoll Drive, Ithaca http://www.cornellbotanicgardens.org (607) 255-2400 botanicgardens@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension of Cayuga County – Environment Team
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-cooperative-extension-of-cayuga-county-–-environment-teamCornell Cooperative Extension of Cayuga County (CCE Cayuga County) is a community-based educational outreach agency with state and national networks. CCE Cayuga County has educational outreach programming in the areas of Agriculture, 4-H Youth Development, Environmental Education, and Nutrition. CCE staff work with Cayuga County residents to assess important community issues and needs and to develop and implement appropriate strategies and programs to address those needs.
248 Grant Ave, Auburn, NY 13021 http://blogs.cornell.edu/ccecayuga/env/ (315) 255-1183 cayuga@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-cooperative-extension-of-ontario-countyThe mission of Cooperative Extension is to enable people to improve their lives and communities through partnerships that put experience and research knowledge to work.
480 North Main Street, Canandaigua http://cceontario.org/ (585) 394-0377 ontario@cornell.eduCornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-cooperative-extension-of-tompkins-countyCornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County provides programs and information to Tompkins County residents on agriculture, horticulture, and the environment; nutrition and food safety; consumer and financial education; 4-H youth development; and family and community development.
615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca http://ccetompkins.org (607) 272-2292 tompkins@cornell.eduCornell Department of Crop and Soil Sciences
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-department-of-crop-and-soil-sciencesThe mission of the Crop and Soil Sciences Department is to generate and communicate knowledge pertaining to agroecosystems and their sustainable management in the face of accelerating global change. We educate students regarding stewardship of agroecosystems, preparing them for fulfilling private- and public-sector employment; they conduct scientific research to investigate complex problems that relate to sustainable land management and the intersection of agriculture and the environment; and they use their extension and outreach programs to inform their research, communicate their findings and enhance lifelong learning opportunities for stakeholders.
Roberts Hall, Ithaca http://css.cals.cornell.edu (607) 254-6765 calssrad@cornell.eduCornell Environmental Collaborative (ECO)
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-environmental-collaborative-(eco)Cornell Environmental Collaborative was established in 2013. Our founders saw the redundancy and disorder among environmental groups on campus. In establishing ECO, the organizations are able to coordinate with each other in order to effectively promote environmental awareness to Cornell students. Our mission is to increase dialogue among environmental organizations and all other interested organizations; launch and uphold meaningful venues for reducing negative environmental impact; and provide opportunities for all students to gain knowledge and experience in relevant issues.
Cradit Farm Dr, Ithaca https://cornelleco.org/ (607) 255-6375 eco.cornell@gmail.comCornell Lab of Ornithology
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-lab-of-ornithologyThe Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a world leader in the study, appreciation, and conservation of birds. Their mission is to interpret and conserve the earth’s biological diversity through research, education, and citizen science focused on birds. Their hallmarks are scientific excellence and technological innovation to advance the understanding of nature and engage people in all walks of life to make new discoveries, share insights, and galvanize action. They offer an array of citizen science programs, onsite and virtual education for all ages, visitor center exhibits and hiking trails at Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary, and much more.
159 Sapsucker Woods Rd, Ithaca https://www.birds.cornell.edu/home (800) 843-2473 cornellbirds@cornell.eduCornell Sustainable Campus Food Initiatives
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-sustainable-campus-food-initiativesCornell proudly supports healthy and sustainable food efforts by offering student-grown organic foods for the community to enjoy, supporting regional farms, and reducing food waste on campus. Their dining facilities aim to lessen the environmental footprint related to day-to-day dining operations through the use of reusable mugs, compostable food packaging, tray-less dining and other earth-friendly options whenever possible. Cornell Dining demonstrates a commitment to sustainability through programs such as the Local Food Growers Initiative, enabling the University to purchase fresh produce from local sources. Cornell Dining also organizes events with local farmers and chefs to build partnerships that support healthy and sustainable food habits, such as our annual Farm-to-You Fall Harvest Dinner.
Humphreys Service Building, Dryden Road https://sustainablecampus.cornell.edu/campus-initiatives/food (607) 255-6375 sustainability@cornell.eduCornell University Food Recovery Network
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-university-food-recovery-networkThe Cornell Chapter of the Food Recovery Network reduces dining food waste and tackles the community's hunger by donating surplus meals from Cornell's dining halls to the Friendship Donation Network, where they are redistributed to pantries all over the county. The national organization, founded in 2011 by Maryland University student Ben Simon, has grown to more than 198 college campuses and donated over 1.76 million pounds of food.
Willard Straight Hall, Ho Plaza https://www.cornellfoodrecoverynetwork.com/ cornellfrn@gmail.comCornell Waste Management Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/cornell-waste-management-institute-The Cornell Waste Management Institute, a program of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University, serves the public through research, outreach, training, and technical assistance programs in solid waste disposal, management and planning. CWMI develops and shares research-based knowledge to help stakeholders - from farmers to policymakers - make sound decisions on managing organic residuals. Their areas of expertise include composting, farm waste, sewage sludge, and soil quality.
Bradfield Hall, Ithaca http://cwmi.css.cornell.edu (607) 255-1187 cwmi@cornell.eduDiscover Cayuga Lake
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/discover-cayuga-lakeSince 2003, Discover Cayuga Lake (formerly known as the Cayuga Lake Floating Classroom) has provided hands-on learning opportunities in the interest of sustaining the Finger Lakes waterways for future generations. They're a partner project of the non-profit Center for Transformative Action in Ithaca, NY. They offer eco-cruises on Cayuga Lake (May-October), class experiences doing science on the lake for grades 5 and up, Trout in the Classroom (October-May), and a variety of stream-based field trips. The MV Teal, which they're raising money to purchase right now, is based out of Allan Treman State Park Marina in Ithaca, NY. They serve communities throughout the Cayuga Lake watershed, and conduct additional educational activities throughout the broader region.
805 Taughannock Boulevard, Ithaca https://www.discovercayugalake.org/ (607) 327-5253 floatingclassroom@gmail.comDish Truck
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/dish-truckDish Truck is a non-profit, pollution prevention effort, based in the Ithaca, NY region, whereby clean durable dishes are provided to event coordinators, small-scale food enterprises and the general public to use in place of disposable dishware. Solid waste displacement through the use of durable dishware at Ithaca area events provides an immense opportunity to reduce source point pollution, and address local and statewide environmental, economic and environmental justice concerns. By simply replacing disposables with re-usable dishes, we bring the responsibility for our by-products back into the community. Dish Truck is under the fiscal sponsorship of Sustainable Tompkins, a 501c3 nonprofit.
309 N Aurora St, Ithaca http://www.dishtruck.org/about.html (607) 644-5525 solkitchen1@gmail.comDryden Resource Awareness Coalition
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/dryden-resource-awareness-coalitionThe Dryden Resource Awareness Coalition (DRAC) was created in the spring of 2009 by Dryden, NY, residents concerned about the possible upcoming consequences that high-volume, slick-water hydrofracturing of gas wells drilled into the Marcellus Shale may bring, not only to their own neighborhoods but also to the southern New York area, and more generally, to “shale play” areas around the country where drilling is already in progress. They participate in various county-wide and out of county efforts to safeguard the region’s water, air, and soil resources and, more generally, an environment in which people, animals, and plants can live and flourish. They meet the first Monday of the month at 7pm at the Dryden Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public.
Dryden, NY 13053 https://draconline.wordpress.com/ (607) 339-6510 DrydenDRAC@gmail.comEagle Envelope
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/eagle-envelopeEagle Envelope is a print shop for envelopes and everything you put inside them. Forest Stewardship Council Certification and Rain Forest Council Certification. Everything is printed with 100% wind power generated in New York State that produces zero carbon emissions.
1891 Trumansburg Road, Jacksonville http://www.eagleprint.com (800) 868-0235 orders@eagleprint.comEasy Living Hats
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/easy-living-hatsEasy Living Hats employs creative women to manufacture hats by hand in Ithaca, NY. The hats are designed for all ages and activities, variously made from hemp, locally-sourced wool, or cotton recycled from textile production waste, and sold online and at the Ithaca Farmers' Market.
1115 Danby Road, Ithaca https://www.easylivinghats.com (607) 793-1168 easylivinghats@gmail.comEcoVillage at Ithaca
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/ecovillage-at-ithacaEcoVillage at Ithaca is part of a growing global movement for a saner, more sustainable human culture. Comprising an intentional community and a non-profit educational organization, the project is developing an alternative model for suburban living which provides a satisfying, healthy, socially rich lifestyle, while minimizing ecological impacts. EcoVillage currently includes two 30-home cohousing neighborhoods, FROG and SONG, with a third 40-home cohousing neighborhood, TREE, completed in 2015. The village is also home to an organic CSA vegetable farm, an organic CSA/U-Pick berry farm, office spaces for entrepreneurs, a neighborhood root cellar, community gardens, and meadows, ponds and woodlands. Over 80% of the 175 acre site is planned to remain green space, including 50 acres in a conservation easement held by the Finger Lakes Land Trust.
212 Rachel Carson Way, Ithaca http://ecovillageithaca.org/ (866) 529-4465 learn@ecovillageithaca.orgFederation of Monroe County Environmentalists
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/federation-of-monroe-county-environmentalistsFederation of Monroe County Environmentalists supports responsible growth and development within the Monroe County area. Full protection of the environment must not be compromised. Their present focus is on sustainable development. They are working to familiarize citizens and decision makers in their community with the principles of balanced, sustainable development, to show that preserving and protecting environmental integrity benefits every citizen, now and in the future.
348 Ripplewood Drive, Rochester http://fmce.org/ fmce.org@gmail.comFinger Lakes Beekeepers Club
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-beekeepers-clubThe Finger Lakes Beekeepers Club page is a community of over 100 beekeepers at all levels of experience and expertise whose purpose is to share knowledge and appreciation of honeybees, to improve the craftsmanship of its members, and to provide opportunities for friendship and conviviality among members and their families. Beekeeping speakers, workshops and programs are sponsored throughout the year.
615 Willow Avenue, Ithaca http://flbeeclub.com/ Info@flbeeclub.comFinger Lakes Buy Green
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-buy-greenThe goal of this website is to encourage green purchasing practices by providing consumers (residents, businesses, and other organizations) with the information necessary to buy products that protect our health and our environment. Included is a regularly updated database of product information, complete with product names, green attributes and the local supplier. The database of green products is constantly growing. Enjoy exploring this site and all it has to offer! Please check back regularly as new products and stores are added.
122 Commercial Ave, Ithaca http://recycletompkins.org/Other-Services/Buy-Green (607) 273-6632 beckstrom@tompkins-co.orgFinger Lakes Climate Fund
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-climate-fundThe Finger Lakes Climate Fund works to promote energy efficiency projects in the Finger Lakes area while strengthening our regional economy and assisting local families in need. Carbon offset donations are used for grants to fund energy efficiency projects that would not otherwise be possible in low to moderate income households in the Finger Lakes region. These grants help pay for insulation, air sealing, energy efficient heating equipment, and other upgrades to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. The Finger Lakes Climate Fund is also investigating other cost-effective local carbon offset projects such as solar hot water, solar photovoltaic, biomass heating, and other renewable energy projects. The Finger Lakes Climate Fund is a way for people to support our community while offsetting their home, plane, or vehicle pollution.
309 N Aurora St, Ithaca http://fingerlakesclimatefund.org/ (607) 272-1720 gay@sustainabletompkins.orgFinger Lakes Compost
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-compostFinger Lakes Compost is a collection service for food scraps and other compostable waste, offering curbside collection on a personalized schedule to residents, schools, businesses and institutions in Chemung, Schuyler, Yates, and other surrounding counties. Collected waste is composted onsite, producing compost soil for sale.
4420 Pre Emption Road, Rock Stream http://www.fingerlakescompost.com/ (315) 335-0424 fingerlakescompost@gmail.comFinger Lakes Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-instituteFinger Lakes Institute (FLI) is dedicated to the promotion of environmental research and education about the Finger Lakes and surrounding environments. In collaboration with regional environmental partners and state and local government offices, the Institute fosters environmentally-sound development practices throughout the region, and disseminates accumulated knowledge to the public.
300 Pulteney Street, Geneva http://www.hws.edu/fli/ (315) 781-4399 fli@hws.eduFinger Lakes - Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes---lake-ontario-watershed-protection-allianceThe mission of the Finger Lakes - Lake Ontario Watershed Protection Alliance is to facilitate processes that encourage watershed partnerships and implementation of action plans to protect and enhance water quality based on local needs assessment, a holistic approach, information exchange and public education, and measurable goals and milestones.
3105 NY-3, Fulton http://www.fllowpa.org/index.html (315) 592-9663 klama3481@gmail.comFinger Lakes Land Trust
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-land-trustThe Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) was founded in 1989 to protect forests, farmlands, gorges, and shorelines in the Finger Lakes region of New York. They have saved over 19,000 acres of the region's wetlands, forests, farmland, grassland, and gorges. This has been accomplished through the establishment of nature preserves that are open to the public for quiet recreation, the use of conservation easements (voluntary agreements on private lands), and the provision of technical assistance and educational programs to local governments, landowners, and the public.
202 E Court St, Ithaca http://www.fllt.org (607) 275-9487 info@fllt.orgFinger Lakes Native Plant Society
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-native-plant-societyFinger Lakes Native Plant Society is an Ithaca-based organization dedicated to promoting the appreciation of the region's native flora. They hold free public field trips throughout the year and free indoor programs during the colder months. Members receive a newsletter and participate in a seed exchange, a spring native plant sale, and a December celebration of native plants.
532 Cayuga Heights Road, Ithaca http://flnps.org/Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM)
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-partnership-for-regional-invasive-species-management-(prism)PRISM aims to reduce the introduction, spread, and impact of invasive species within the Finger Lakes PRISM region through coordinated education, detection, prevention, and control measures.
300 Pulteney St, Geneva http://fingerlakesinvasives.org/ (315) 781-4385 mosher@hws.eduFinger Lakes Permaculture Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-permaculture-instituteThe Finger Lakes Permaculture Institute (FLPCI) was founded by Michael Burns, Steve Gabriel and Karryn Olson Ramanujan in 2005. They offer opportunities to learn sustainable, ecological design methods including workshops, study groups, apprentice programs, and the intensive Permaculture Design Certification Course in upstate New York, USA.
325 Elm Street, Ithaca http://fingerlakespermaculture.org/ (607) 527-0607 board@fingerlakespermaculture.orgFinger Lakes Regional Watershed Alliance
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-regional-watershed-allianceIn 2010, nine lake and watershed organizations representing the inhabited Finger Lakes in New York State formed the Finger Lakes Regional Watershed Alliance (“FLRWA”). This alliance represents over 10,000 individual property owners, residents and voters across the entire Finger Lakes region. The purposes of FLRWA are to bring together the members, expertise and desires of the Finger Lakes watershed associations to preserve and protect their watersheds with a collective regional voice; to join forces to advocate for mutually beneficial regional changes, backed by sound research; and to promote collective actions that represent the desires of the entire Finger Lakes region.
601 South Main Street, Geneva http://www.flrwa.org (315) 481-5048Finger Lakes ReUse
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-reuseFinger Lakes ReUse is an Ithaca organization striving to enhance community, economy, and environment through ReUse. Ithaca ReUse Center and ReUse MegaCenter provide a convenient and affordable way to donate, purchase, and reuse materials including household goods, furniture, building materials, refurbished computers, computer peripherals, and home electronics. Other services include building deconstruction, the ReSET job training program, and the Ithaca Fixers Collective.
214 Elmira Rd, Ithaca http://ithacareuse.org/ (607) 257-9699 info@fingerlakesreuse.orgFinger Lakes Toy Library
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-toy-libraryA 501(c)(3) nonprofit children's toy lending library with a mission to improve quality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, and encouraging a culture of reuse and sharing. Specializing in high-quality toys, and an all-ages games and puzzles collection. Memberships are available to all community members, regardless of ability to pay. A great resource for families, child care providers, therapists, family workers, grandparents, babysitters and so many more! The Toy Library also welcome donations of gently-used toys--please see the website for donation guidelines. Located at the Shops at Ithaca Mall.
40 Catherwood Road, Ithaca http://www.fingerlakestoylibrary.org (607) 319-0488 info@fingerlakestoylibrary.orgFinger Lakes Water Hub
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-water-hubThe Hub is the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's center of activity to better understand, protect and address the water quality issues confronting the Finger Lakes. The Hub is composed of four experts stationed in NYSDEC's Syracuse office who operate throughout the region. The Hub takes a collaborative approach, as maintaining water quality and ecology is necessarily a team effort. To build on the existing passion and drive for protecting and restoring the Finger Lakes, the Hub staff coordinate with existing NYSDEC water programs, such as the harmful algal bloom program, the Great Lakes program, and watershed-based scientific monitoring and assessment activities. Hub staff are working to connect state agency programs with the work of research institutions, local governments and civic organizations, and will work with key stakeholders to develop strategies for individual Finger Lakes.
615 Erie Boulevard West, Syracuse https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/81576.html (315) 426-7507 aimee.clinkhammer@dec.ny.govFinger Lakes Zero Waste Coalition
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/finger-lakes-zero-waste-coalitionFinger Lakes Zero Waste Coalition is a not-for-profit volunteer organization dedicated to promoting sustainable waste management practices, and to leading the fight to oppose the expansion of landfills for out-of-county and out-of-state garbage. Their mission is to protect the air, land and water quality of the Finger Lakes region, and promote economic development that preserves our greatest asset—the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes.
P.O. Box 865 Geneva, New York 14456 http://www.flzw.org kbr2@twc.comFloof Collage pARTy!
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/floof-collage-party!A fellow artist at the former Spirit and Kitsch gallery once told Corinne Stern, “I love the way you floof things up!” That comment inspired the name of Stern’s new enterprise, “Floof Collage pARTy!” Headquartered in Stern’s 500 square foot studio on Burleigh Road in Ithaca, the studio offers a mixed-media experience to unlock the inner artist. Decorate with a variety of materials, further embellish with a few more, and add a bit of something else for good measure. Many of her materials are recycled and repurposed! Corinne also makes the art of "floofing" accessible to everyone, by traveling wherever she's invited.
Burleigh Drive, Ithaca https://floofcollageparty.wordpress.com/ (607) 279-3512 floofcollageparty@gmail.comFood Bank of Central New York
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/food-bank-of-central-new-yorkFood Bank of Central New York serves as the main food distribution hub for hundreds of partner agencies that comprise the emergency food network in eleven counties across central and northern New York.They provide more than 22.5 million pounds of food to families, children, and elderly every year. Their Fresh Food program delivers fresh produce, dairy, and bread donated by area grocery stores on a daily basis to community organizations for immediate distribution to neighborhood residents, salvaging food that would otherwise be discarded at grocery retailers and offers food insecure individuals the opportunity to receive fresh, nutritious food in their neighborhood.They educate all levels of government on the importance of increasing funding for government programs, and on the important role that food banks, food pantries, and soup kitchens have in filling the gap. They also provide a variety of educational resources and outreach initiatives.
7066 Interstate Island Road, Syracuse https://www.foodbankcny.org/ (315) 437-1899Food Bank of the Southern Tier
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/food-bank-of-the-southern-tierThe Food Bank of the Southern Tier distributes food and other grocery products to people in need through a network of more than 165 member agencies including food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and other hunger relief organizations in Broome, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga and Tompkins counties. They also administer several direct service food distribution programs including the BackPack Program™ and Mobile Food Pantry. They are also a member of Feeding America and a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester.
388 Upper Oakwood Avenue, Elmira https://www.foodbankst.org/ (607) 796-6061 info@foodbankst.orgFood Forest Farm
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/food-forest-farmAt Food Forest Farm, they aim to help people create low-maintenance, regenerative food systems. They grow, supply, and teach about perennial vegetables and other multipurpose plants. They work with their clients to design landscapes, and lives, that are sustaining and nourishing for the people and the planet. Their main garden and farm projects are in New York. Their Paradise Lot garden in Holyoke Massachusetts is thriving and tended by new wonderful land stewards.
Brooktondale, NY http://www.foodforestfarm.com (413) 588-8435 foodforestfarm@gmail.comFriendship Donations Network
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/friendship-donations-networkFriendship Donations Network rescues food and reduces hunger in our community, focusing on rescuing foods that have a limited shelf life and so are not typically available in a traditional food bank model. These nutritious foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and breads, are donated by local food outlets, including stores, restaurants, farms and colleges. Every day, volunteers deliver these perishable items directly to local pantries and other community food programs. FDN calls upon its network of volunteers to respond quickly once food becomes available, in order to ensure that food is distributed within a few hours on the day it is picked up. If FDN did not exist, most of this food would be discarded, contributing to environmental degradation and increased hunger.
1013 West Martin Luther King Junior Street, Ithaca http://friendshipdonations.org/ (607) 216-9522 info@friendshipdonations.orgFriends of Rogers
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/friends-of-rogersFriends of Rogers (FOR) is a nonprofit organization composed of dedicated supporters of the Rogers Environmental Education Center. They offer environmental and educational annual community events, school programs, Adventure Camps, adult programs, and more. FOR also displays a rich collection of NYS birds, provides interpretive exhibits, and maintains the many trails and trout ponds on 600 acres of NYS property.
2721 State Route 80, Sherburne https://friendsofrogers.org/ (607) 674-4733 info@friendsofrogers.orgFriends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/friends-of-the-montezuma-wetlands-complexThe mission of Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands is to assist and promote wildlife management, habitat restoration, conservation education, and public use within the Montezuma Wetlands Complex (MWC). The Friends of the Montezuma Wetlands Complex work with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, and Ducks Unlimited to protect, restore, and enhance wildlife habitat over 36,000 acres in upstate New York. They assist in promoting and maintaining outdoor-related recreation in the MWC, provide educational services, and promote research activities for the MWC.
3395 U.S. 20, Seneca Falls https://friendsofmontezuma.org montezuma@audubon.orgFrisch Ecological Design
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/frisch-ecological-designFrisch Ecological Design works throughout the Rochester and Genesee Valley Region to connect people to their land through design and planning. A thoughtful whole-system approach seeks to integrate humans and nature to create landscapes that regenerate, restore, and steward the natural world while meeting our needs for food, water, and wildlife. Landscapes can be as functional as they are beautiful in both urban and rural environments.
Spencerport, NY https://www.frischecologicaldesign.com/ contact@frischecologicaldesign.comGanondagan
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/ganondaganJust southeast of Rochester, New York, in the town of Victor, lies Ganondagan (ga·NON·da·gan), the site of a Native American community that was a flourishing, vibrant center for the Seneca people. Visit this site where thousands of Seneca lived 300 years ago, tour a full-size replica of a 17th-century Seneca Bark Longhouse, walk miles of self-guided trails, climb the mesa where a huge palisaded granary stored hundreds of thousands of bushels of corn, and learn about the destruction of Ganondagan, Town of Peace, in 1687.
7000 Co Rd 41, Victor http://www.ganondagan.org/ (585) 924-5848 info@ganondagan.orgGas Free Seneca
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/gas-free-senecaGas Free Seneca was formed in early 2011 in response to Inergy, LP’s plan (now Crestwood) to build a liquefied petroleum gas storage facility in salt caverns north of Watkins Glen. It started as a small group of concerned citizens trying to spread the word about the proposed storage facility, and grew into a coalition of many concerned citizens, local business owners and regional environmental groups. The storage facility plan was halted, but Gas Free Seneca continues working to protect Seneca Lake, its environs, and local businesses from the threat of massive industrialization, with education and organizarion in opposition to present and threatened sources of water pollurion. Visit on Facebook or at https://gasfreeseneca.com
Watkins Glen, NY 14891 http://gasfreeseneca.com gasfreeseneca@gmail.comGenesee Land Trust
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/genesee-land-trustGenesee Land Trust preserves and protects natural lands, waterways, and working farms that enhance the quality of life in the Greater Rochester region – providing wildlife habitat, locally grown food, and connections to nature – for everyone, through conservation easements. It owns and manages publicly-accessible nature preserves across the region, and has partnered with towns to create nature parks. It creates new trails on its preserves, hosts walks and events on natural lands, and facilitates programs on the land for youth and families.
46 Prince Street, Rochester https://www.geneseelandtrust.org/ (585) 256-2130 info@geneseelandtrust.orgGenesee RiverWatch
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/genesee-riverwatchGenesee RiverWatch develops and participates in regional partnerships that strengthens their ability to prioritize and execute basin-wide solutions. Moreover, they promote public involvement in the Watershed through improved canoe/kayak access points on the river. Their Genesee River Institute and Aquatic Educators Network are working to educate and involve citizens – young and old. They are committed to informing the public of the state of the river through an annual Genesee River Report Card. Their annual Genesee River Bash invites the public to learn about and celebrate the river. They design, obtain funding for, and execute Stream-bank Restoration Projects that preserve critical farmland and reduce river-borne sediment.
700 West Metro Park, Rochester http://www.GeneseeRiverWatch.org (585) 233-6086 gthomas@geneseeriverwatch.orgGet Your GreenBack Tompkins
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/get-your-greenback-tompkinsGet Your GreenBack Tompkins is a community-based campaign that brings together some 60 community organizations to inspire all 42,000 households and every business in Tompkins County to take meaningful steps to save energy and money in the areas of food, building heating and lighting, transportation, and waste.
615 Willow Ave, Ithaca http://getyourgreenbacktompkins.org/ (607) 272-2292 info@getyourgreenbacktompkins.orgGo Finger Lakes Trail Guide
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/go-finger-lakes-trail-guideA project of the Finger Lakes Land Trust, this web platform provides a comprehensive overview of the best best spots for hiking, biking, paddling, and outdoor recreation across our 6,000-square-mile region. Since 1989, together with their members and partners, the Land Trust has permanently protected over 19,000 acres of forests, gorges, wetlands, lakeshores, and farmlands. You can visit our 30+ nature preserves that are free and open to everyone. Their mission is to conserve forever the lands and waters of the Finger Lakes region, ensuring scenic vistas, local foods, clean waters, and wild places for everyone.
202 E Court St, Ithaca http://gofingerlakes.org/ (607) 275-9487 info@fllt.orgGO Ithaca
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/go-ithacaGO Ithaca is a membership-based program hosted by the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, which provides transportation benefits discounts, and resources to employees, employers, and residents within the Downtown Ithaca area. These increase local access to Ithaca Carshare, carpooling programs, TCAT buses, and emergency rides home when shared or active transportation fails.
171 E State St, Ithaca https://www.goithaca.org/ (607) 391-1389 support@goithaca.orgGreensprings Natural Cemetery Preserve
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/greensprings-natural-cemetery-preserveGreensprings offers ecologically sound burial options and a natural return to the earth--simple, affordable, and respectful of the human spirit--that models our end of cradle-to-grave sustainability. Greensprings is a thoughtful, sustainable, lovely alternative to conventional cemeteries: no embalming fluid, no concrete vaults, and simple, biodegradable caskets or shrouds. We manage the land as if it were a nature preserve, where commemorative plantings of native trees and shrubs provide shelter and food for wildlife and visitors can remember those they have honored and loved. Through natural burial, each Greensprings site owner helps create a legacy of enduring stewardship and renewal.
293 Irish Hill Rd, Newfield, NY 14867 http://www.naturalburial.org/ (607) 564-7577 info@naturalburial.orgGrow Wild
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/grow-wildGrow Wild is a plant nursery working exclusively with native plant species found in and around the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier regions of New York State, supporting the restoration of plant biodiversity to sites such as agricultural fields and lawns. They sell plants online and at the Brooktondale Farmers Market.
245 Speed Hill Road, Brooktondale https://www.growwildnatives.com/home (314) 749-2882 deanna.l.english@gmail.comHoneoye Lake Park Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/honeoye-lake-park-associationHoneoye Lake Park Association (HLPA) is a homeowners association for properties located along the Northeast shore of Honeoye Lake in Upstate New York's Finger Lakes region. The park was formerly known as the Times Union Tract and consists of 235 properties. The Association is responsible for the care and maintenance of the common areas located within the park. This includes the roads and the large greenspace park at the shore of the lake. The association also takes care of dock issues, quality of life, and other issues common to all the homeowners in the association.
8732 Main St, Honeoye https://hlpany.com info@hlpany.comHoneoye Valley Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/honeoye-valley-associationThe Honeoye Valley Association is a not-for-profit volunteer organization that works in a variety of ways to protect and preserve the environmental quality of the Honeoye Lake watershed. Activities include communicating with governmental agencies and political representatives, educational outreach, monitoring of the lake ecosystem, and acting as a clearinghouse for information related to these activities.
Honeoye, NY 14471 https://hvaweb.org honeoyecontact@gmail.comHorseheads Pick-A-Part
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/horseheads-pick-a-partHorseheads Pick-A-Part, a dealer in used vehicle parts, purchases a wide variery of cars, trucks, and vans from individuals, dealers, towing companies, and auto auctions. These vehicles are then processed and set in their yard on stands in a safe manner for the customer to pull parts from. They remove and recycle all fluids, batteries, catalytic converters, and mercury switches.
1592 Sears Road, Elmira https://horseheadspickapart.com (607) 739-3851Hunt Country Vineyards
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/hunt-country-vineyardsThe Hunt family has been farming west of Keuka Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes region for seven generations. They have made a determined effort to reduce their energy consumption by super-insulating all of the production, storage, and retail buildings, and installing efficient lighting throughout their facilities. In 2012, a large, eight-well geothermal heating/cooling system was installed alongside a 348-panel solar system installed two years later. By the end of 2015, they had reduced their carbon impact by 45%. The 24 acres of land that surround the winery and tasting room are certified organic and the soil uses compost and poultry manure only.
4021 Italy Hill Rd, Branchport https://www.huntwines.com/ (800) 946-3289 info@huntwines.comImpact Earth
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/impact-earthCo-founded in 2014, Impact Earth founders knew that they wanted to make a difference in their community. Driven by environmental stewardship, they melded their backgrounds in sustainability, policy, community development, sales, and restaurant management into Impact Earth. In July 2014, they developed their very first zero waste service at an event in Ithaca, NY. Fast forward to today, Impact Earth now serves the greater Rochester and Finger Lakes Region as the one stop shop for zero waste services.
510 State Street, Rochester http://impactearthroc.com/ (585) 315-0160 support@impactearthroc.comIthaca Festival
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/ithaca-festivalThe Ithaca Festival is a weekend music and arts celebration, in which over 1,000 talented local musicians, painters, dancers, clowns, community groups, and ensembles perform. The goal of zero-waste is to send a little to the landfill as possible. The Festival works towards this goal by reusing, recycling or composting discarded materials.
Ithaca, NY http://ithacafestival.org/ (607) 269-7580 ithacafestival@ithacafestival.orgIthaca Sewing Machine Shop
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/ithaca-sewing-machine-shopThe Ithaca Sewing Machine Shop repairs and tunes up all makes and models of older sewing machines. Sewing machines made before 1985 are more reliable than more recently manufactured machines, which are intended to be throw-aways within three to ten years of purchase. No minimum fee, and assessment of your machine is free. The Ithaca Sewing Machine Shop also provides SewGreen with refurbished, fully tested machines for resale.
114 N Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 14850 (607) 319-4106 ithacasews@gmail.comIthaca Thrifty Shopper
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/ithaca-thrifty-shopperThrifty Shopper stores have been around since the 1960s but today they could be mistaken for a national department store! Thanks to great donations from community members, the merchandise sold at their stores is fashionable, in great condition and meets the needs of a large range of customers.
376 Elmira Rd, Ithaca https://www.ishopthrifty.org (607) 220-1992 info@iShopThrifty.orgIzzy's Closet
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/izzys-closetFrom pencils to pants, providing what kids need to succeed. Izzy’s Closet Inc. a nonprofit corporation whose mission is to ensure that all elementary school students have the basic school supplies, books and clothing for them to succeed in school. The Izzy Adventure books began in 2013 as a children’s literacy service project by the Rotary Club of Groton New York. Izzy’s Closet is a cupboard, closet or location at an Elementary school filled with supplies. If you would like to learn how you could establish an Izzy’s Closet in your community please contact janet@izzyscloset.org
210 Elm Street, Groton http://izzyscloset.org/ (607) 898-4994 janet@izzyscloset.orgJillian's Drawers
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/jillians-drawersJillian's Drawers is a small, mom-owned, natural parenting store carrying high quality toys, baby carriers, shoes, breastfeeding products, nursing tops, and cloth diapers. They look for products that are safe, effective, environmentally-friendly, and use conscientious manufacturing. They buy and sell a variety of gently used products, and offer a cloth diaper laundry service in the Ithaca and Trumansburg areas.
609 West Clinton Street, Ithaca https://jilliansdrawers.com/ (607) 272-1237 orders@jilliansdrawers.comKeuka Lake Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/keuka-lake-associationFounded in 1956, the Keuka Lake Association, with over 1600 members, provides a unified voice for those who love Keuka Lake. Our mission is to preserve and protect Keuka Lake and its natural beauty for future generations.
101 NY-54, Penn Yan, NY 14527 https://www.keukalakeassociation.org (315) 694-7324 info@keukalakeassoc.orgKindred Kingdoms Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/kindred-kingdoms-wildlife-rehabilitation-centerKindred Kingdoms Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc. is an organization dedicated to the care and release of injured birds of prey and black bear in Central and Northern New York. Their rehabilitation center’s mission is to provide the best medical treatment with the least amount of stress possible for injured and orphaned wildlife. This includes shelters built on their 40-acre site, amid suitable natural habitat, providing the best conditions for the animals to heal. The center also works to educate and encourage preservation of habitat and wildlife through educational programs for environmental organizations, schools, and nature centers, and a yearly newsletter.
211 Sutton Road, Pennellville http://www.kindredkingdoms.com/index.htm (315) 695-6418 jeanws46@gmail.comLime Hollow Nature Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/lime-hollow-nature-centerSince 1993, Lime Hollow has offered the region the path less traveled and captured the hearts of both young and old. The Center encompasses nearly 447 acres of beautiful rolling hills and shallow glacial valleys (kame-and-kettle topography), forests, fields, streams, numerous ponds, including many marl ponds and vernal (seasonal) pools, a peat bog, and a great diversity of flora and fauna. Located on the border between Cortland and Tompkins Counties, in beautiful upstate New York, they offer over 12 miles of open-to-the-public, entrance-fee free trails, public nature programs, and adventure day camps for youth.
338 McLean Road, Cortland http://www.limehollow.org/ (607) 662-4632 info@limehollow.orgMacDaniels Nut Grove
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/macdaniels-nut-groveThe MacDaniels Nut Grove is a forest farming and agroforestry research and education center located in the Cornell Plantations Upper Cascadilla Natural Area. The 5-acre site, just east of CU Orchards, was originally planted in the 1930s by pioneering horticulturist Dr. MacDaniels.
Ithaca, NY 14850 http://blogs.cornell.edu/mushrooms/nutgrove (607) 264-6235 sfg53@cornell.eduMainstream Green
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/mainstream-greenMainstream Green Inc. develops public outreach programs that can save people money or energy, cut waste, avoid pollution, protect resources, eliminate use of fossil fuels, and help save the planet. They are a 501 C-3 Non Profit environmental charity. Since their start in 2015, they’ve been designing and implementing programs that they describe as “low hanging fruit”: actions that have immediate positive impact versus climate change. They are inexpensive & easy for the general public to understand & implement. When adopted by a large volume of people, any single one of these programs can aggregate into meaningful impact.
120 Kasson Rd, Camillus http://mainstreamgreen.org/ (315) 640-9082 team@mainstreamgreen.earthMama Goose
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/mama-gooseBuy, sell and trade stylish and sturdy, gently-used children’s clothing (from NB to size 14), books, toys, shoes, dancewear, baby equipment, maternity wear and more! They also carry new products that are great such as cloth diapers, wool socks, sustainable snacking supplies, fair trade and made in the U.S.A. toys & gifts, baby carriers and well-made shoes.
609 West Clinton Street, Ithaca http://www.mamagooseithaca.com (607) 216-7851 info@mamagooseithaca.comMargie's Green Home Consulting
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/margies-green-home-consultingMargie offers comprehensive Green Home Makeovers, answers your questions on saving water and energy and more! She can email Green Guides to those who share their email addresses with her.
North Winton Village, Rochester https://www.facebook.com/Margies-Green-Home-Consulting-152068008271 (585) 288-2224 mcampaigne@hotmail.comMarilla's Mindful Supplies
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/marillas-mindful-suppliesMarilla's Mindful Supplies is a locally-owned store offering low waste alternatives to a wide range of everyday products, including home care, body care, and organic bulk foods. Dedicated to sharing plastic-free options with everyone, the shop is a place where anyone can walk in and make a simple plastic-free swap in whatever way makes sense for their lifestyle.
438 Exchange Street, Geneva https://marillas.com (315) 759-5016 hello@marillas.comMarshy Garden at The Soil Factory
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/marshy-garden-at-the-soil-factoryThe Marshy Garden project is a living, restorative and scalable artform. Through cooperative design vision and native plant installation, what was once a monoculture turf lawn and debris dumping ground, is now transforming into an ecological oasis and experimental site for local restoration. Through community events, they help to inspire other people in regenerating their own land and spaces by demonstrating the process of how to plant and support native species, construct brush piles, and reduce their need for mechanized equipment for maintenance. The Marshy Garden is a project of The Soil Factory, an experimental space organized by WeaveCommunity to explore interactions between social, arts, and scientific networks.
142 Ithaca Beer Drive, Ithaca https://www.thesoilfactory.org/the-marshy-garden/ info@weavecommunity.comMuller Field Station at Finger Lakes Community College
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/muller-field-station-at-finger-lakes-community-collegeLocated near the southern end of Honeoye Lake, the Muller Field Station provides field-based education for academic programs, laboratory experiences, community outreach, and the opportunity to participate in or observe local research projects. College and university students, local K-12 students and their teachers, community members, environmental organizations and agencies are all welcome visitors to the Station. Research programs and activities include wildlife management and monitoring, water quality sampling, regional biodiversity assessment, public lectures, workshops, and special events.
6455 County Road 36, Honeoye https://www.flcc.edu/muller/ (585) 785-1254 John.VanNiel@flcc.eduNatural Systems Engineering, PLLC
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/natural-systems-engineering,-pllcNatural Systems Engineering (NSE) is a specialty consulting environmental engineering company founded in 2007. They specialize in design of green stormwater infrastructure including porous pavements, wetlands, rainwater harvesting systems, green roofs, and infiltration measures; watershed modeling, hydrologic studies, and TMDLs; green (LEED) construction; and other engineering studies to support water quality protection and sustainability.
120 East Washington Street, Syracuse http://www.naturalsystemsengineering.com/ (315) 849-3632 info@naturalsystemsengineering.comNatural Upcycling
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/natural-upcyclingNatural Upcycling is Upstate New York’s premier food scraps/organics collection company. Their focus is to collect organic or food waste and turn it into a renewable resource – such as electricity or natural gas – through a process called anaerobic digestion. They have the infrastructure and technology to collect any volume of food waste, complete with depackaging services.
1818 Linwood Road, Linwood http://naturalupcycling.com/ (585) 584-312 info@naturalupcycling.comNeighbors of the Onondaga Nation
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/neighbors-of-the-onondaga-nationNeighbors of the Onondaga Nation (NOON) is a grassroots organization of Central New Yorkers which recognizes and supports the sovereignty of the traditional government of the Onondaga Nation. A program of the Syracuse Peace Council, NOON supports the right of native peoples to reclaim land, and advocates for fair settlement of any claims which are filed.
2013 E Genesee St, Syracuse http://www.peacecouncil.net/noon (315) 472-5478 carol@peacecouncil.netNeighbor to Neighbor
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/neighbor-to-neighborNeighbor to Neighbor (formerly Love Knows No Bounds) is a volunteer-run non-profit that collects and delivers good quality donated beds and furniture, and performs critical home repairs to ensure that neighbors live in a safe, functional, and comfortable home. They are working toward a world in which the housing needs of the most vulnerable citizens in our community are at the forefront of people’s consciousness.
Ithaca, NY 14850 http://n2ntompkins.org/index.html Questions@n2ntompkins.orgNetwork for a Sustainable Tomorrow
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/network-for-a-sustainable-tomorrowThe Network for a Sustainable Tomorrow, formally the Binghamton Regional Sustainability Coalition, seeks to build a sustainable community through education and collaboration to generate partnerships and civic participation to achieve enduring social, environmental, and economic well-being. Their new name reflects the wider geographic scope of their work, which includes Broome, Tioga, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties
30 Main St, Binghamton https://www.facebook.com/NetworkforaSustainableTomorrow (607) 873-9220 info@nynest.orgNew York State Pollution Prevention Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/new-york-state-pollution-prevention-instituteThe New York State Pollution Prevention Institute is a collaboration of five research universities and manufacturing extension partnerships across New York State.They give businesses, communities, and nonprofits practical tools and solutions to realize the benefits of sustainability for the economy, environment, and society. Their clients receive the expertise and resources needed to achieve outcomes including more efficient use of energy, raw materials, and water, optimized manufacturing processes that generate more business value, elimination of hazardous materials for safer workplaces and communities, and competitive market positioning as part of the green economy and in support of a commitment to environmental stewardship.
111 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester https://www.rit.edu/affiliate/nysp2i/about-nysp2i (585) 475-2511 nysp2i@rit.eduNew York State Water Resources Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/new-york-state-water-resources-instituteThe mission of the New York State Water Resources Institute (WRI) is to improve the management of water resources in New York State and the nation. As a federally and state-mandated institution located at Cornell University, they are uniquely situated to access scientific and technical resources that are relevant to New York State's and the nation's water management needs. They collaborate with regional, state, and national partners to increase awareness of emerging water resources issues and to develop and assess new water management technologies and policies. WRI connects the water research and water management communities.
Riley Robb Hall, Wing Drive https://wri.cals.cornell.edu/ (607) 254-7163 nyswri@cornell.eduNew York Water Environment Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/new-york-water-environment-associationNYWEA is a non-profit educational organization that promotes sustainable clean water quality management through science, education and training. The Association has seven local chapters which meet regularly, elect chapter officers and conduct both technical and social programs. There are 2,500 members representing diverse backgrounds and specialties, but all are concerned and involved with protecting and enhancing precious water resources.
525 Plum Street, Syracuse http://www.nywea.org (315) 422-7811 info@nywea.orgOnondaga County Resource Recovery Agency
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/onondaga-county-resource-recovery-agencyOnondaga County Resource Recovery Agency (OCRRA) oversees what happens to the waste and recycling from Onondaga County communities. They offer a range of services that assist county residents and businesses in recycling, composting, reducing waste and more. Currently, OCRRA programs include award-winning recycling and composting programs, a foundation for local waste disposal at the Waste-to-Energy Facility, two convenient trash and recycling drop-off sites, and numerous programs for recycling and disposing of hard-to-manage materials.
100 Elwood Davis Road, Syracuse https://ocrra.org (315) 453-2866 info@ocrra.orgOnondaga Earth Corps
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/onondaga-earth-corpsOnondaga Earth Corps brings youth to the forefront of creating livable, sustainable communities through service, social enterprise and outreach. OEC crew members participate in urban forestry projects, stormwater management projects, private property management, neighborhood and park beautification projects, community environmental education and outreach.
100 New Street, Syracuse http://www.onondagaearthcorps.org/ (315) 565-3797 info@onondagaearthcorps.orgOnondaga Environmental Institute
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/onondaga-environmental-instituteOEI conducts research to progress the understanding of ecosystems, human interactions with the environment and the effects thereupon. They also perform outreach and education to develop an informed public, promote environmental ethics and build an environmentally conscious citizenry. OEI engages in proper planning to empower the public, community stakeholders, and interested parties to participate in decision-making processes and works for ecological restoration to improve economic, social and environmental conditions.
5795 Widewaters Parkway, Syracuse http://www.oei2.org/ (315) 472-2150 outreach@oei2.orgOnondaga Lake Conservation Corps
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/onondaga-lake-conservation-corpsThe Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps is an expanding organization of community volunteers who are contributing to restoration projects that are creating or improving wildlife habitat in the Onondaga Lake watershed. The Corps was founded in 2012 to inspire future stewards of Onondaga Lake and its watershed through a hands-on, experience-based program that offers citizens and organizations the opportunity to participate in activities that help restore and sustain Onondaga Lake and its value as an Audubon Important Bird Area. The Corps was founded by honeywell in partnership with the Montezuma Audubon Center and Onondaga Audubon, and is now an Audubon New York program.
280 Restoration Way, Syracuse https://ny.audubon.org/OLCC (518) 869-9731 sbruce@audubon.orgOrganix Green Industries
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/organix-green-industriesOrganix Green Industries uses earthworm vermicomposting to turn regional food, yard, and paper waste into soil-healthy, non-toxic fertilizers and pesticides for residential and industrial use, and supports the use of vermicomposting for home and municipal waste reduction and bioremediation. Additional number: 585-781-4897
2257 County Road 4, Stanley http://www.organicsoilamendment.com/ (585) 229-9369 hello@organisamendment.comOtisco Lake Preservation Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/otisco-lake-preservation-associationThe Otisco Lake Preservation Association is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to preserve the health, beauty, and welfare of Otisco Lake – not only today, but for future generations. In partnership with the Onondaga County Health Department, Onondaga County Water Authority (OCWA), and Cornell Cooperative Extension, they work to maintain the integrity of Otisco Lake and its watershed. They continue to fight the battle against Eurasian milfoil weed and other invasive species and have plans to utilize various options, along with providing educational literature, to help control and maintain these species in an effort to prevent further spreading and to protect the lake.
Marietta, NY 13110 https://www.otiscolakepreservation.org/initiatives olpawebsite@gmail.comOwasco Flats Nature Reserve
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/owasco-flats-nature-reserveEnjoy nature at it's finest on this 89-acre preserve with trails on the lake and along the inlet. Hiking fishing, bird watching, photography, and great canoeing and kayaking. Open dawn to dusk year round. The Owasco Flats Nature Reserve, Inc. is a 501(C) 3 organization working to protect the ecological integrity of the Owasco Flats through stewardship and conservation.
2799 Firelane, Moravia https://www.facebook.com/OwascoFlats/ owascoflats@gmail.comOwasco Lake Watershed Inspection Program
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/owasco-lake-watershed-inspection-programThe Mission of the Owasco Lake Watershed Inspection Program is to make regular and thorough inspections of Owasco Lake, its watercourses and its watershed to ascertain compliance with the Rules and Regulations of the Owasco Lake Watershed and to provide educational outreach to the watershed community to foster lake stewardship.
7413 County House Rd, Auburn http://www.owascoinspection.org/ (315) 975-7234 asnell@cayugaswcd.orgOwasco Lake Watershed Management Council
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/owasco-lake-watershed-management-councilThe Mission of the Owasco Lake Watershed Management Council is to coordinate actions for protecting and restoring the health of Owasco Lake and its watershed to ensure that Owasco Lake will serve as a source of public drinking water, a recreational asset, an economic driver, and an important natural resource for the well-being of watershed residents and those who benefit from its protection now and for future generations.
25 Dill St, Auburn https://www.olwmc.org/ (315) 283-9427 ajpeffler.olwmc@gmail.comOwasco Watershed Lake Association (OWLA)
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/owasco-watershed-lake-association-(owla)OWLA is a citizen-based association that promotes cooperation and leadership in the comprehensive management of land use, water quality, recreation, agriculture and a host of other issues as they pertain to Owasco Lake and its watershed. Owasco Watershed Lake Association (OWLA) is a 501 C-3 not-for-profit corporation founded to educate the public on the environmental management, preservation, wise use, and appreciation of Owasco Lake and its watershed.
Auburn, NY https://owla.org/ (315) 283-9426 info@owla.orgPachamama Alliance Rochester Area Community
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/pachamama-alliance-rochester-area-communityThe Pachamama Alliance Rochester Area Community (PARA) is dedicated to working collaboratively, building a critical mass of committed global citizens who are inspired, motivated, and empowered to develop awareness and resilience throughout the Rochester area. They deepen their hearts and minds in community gatherings, foster collaboration with other groups, and offer programs to address issues of climate change (Drawdown Initiative), social justice (racism, democracy, gender circles, and more), and empowering everyone to lead engaged and purposeful lives.
Rochester, NY https://www.pachapeopleroc.org padricial@gmail.comParkes Ecological
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/parkes-ecologicalParkes Ecological LLC is a privately owned ecological consulting firm based in Upstate New York. They are field biologists and consultants, whose expertise includes wetland consulting and permitting, wildlife investigations and monitoring, construction support, and creative, cost-efficient solutions to environmental challenges of all kinds. They provide a full spectrum of services including initial site characterization, in-depth biological investigation, restoration planning, regulatory strategy and permit preparation, and compliance monitoring and construction support through project closeout.
120 Hawley St, Binghamton http://parkesecological.com (979) 777-1745 info@parkesecological.comPastimes Antiques
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/pastimes-antiquesPastimes is a small, colorful shop packed with an ever-changing array of useful and beautiful vintage and antique items. They specialize in antique and vintage jewelry, clothing, art, textiles, ephemera, and early postcards. They also carry early buttons, beads, antique photographs, silver, pins and medals, vinyl records, toys, furniture, glassware, other household items, and various unexpected oddments and curiosities. They pride themselves on affordability. They also purchase antique items by appointment. *Visit the Reuse Online Trail Directory for the full directory of used furniture, clothing, books & music, computers & electronics, sports & outdoor equipment, art & sewing materials, and antiques for all of Ithaca and Tompkins County at http://reusetrail.com.
215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca http://www.pastimes.com/#pastimes (607) 277-3457 mail@pastimes.comPeople for a Healthy Environment
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/people-for-a-healthy-environmentPeople for a Healthy Environment, Inc, is a grass-roots organization dedicated to informing and inspiring fellow citizens to safeguards our air, water, soil and to maintain the health and natural beauty of our environment. Regular meetings of PHE are at 6:00pm on the third Tuesday of every month except December, at the Horseheads Library. In addition to a short business meeting, there is usually a short presentation on a topical subject, and updates about current projects.
Horseheads, NY https://www.pheinc1.org/ (607) 738-8369 pheinc1@gmail.comPlantsmen Nursery
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/plantsmen-nurseryAt The Plantsmen Nursery, they combine extensive professional nursery and landscape experience with an environmental approach to their business. They take cues from nature to address many common, modern garden and landscape situations: deer resistance, pollinator and habitat value, realistic functional needs such as privacy and connectivity, as well as the desire for beauty and improving property value. The results are beautiful, functional, living landscapes, with sound environmental and ecological footing. They are recognized as leaders in the environmental and native horticulture fields.
482 Peruville Rd, Groton http://www.plantsmen.com (607) 533-7193 info@plantsmen.comPlato's Closet
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/platos-closetPlato's Closet offers gently used denim, tops, jackets, dresses, skirts, sweatshirts, sneakers shoes, purses, jewelry and more, at up to 70% off mall retail prices. They specialize in gently used clothes and accessories for teen and twenty something girls and guys. They buy gently used guys and girls spring, summer, fall and winter clothes no matter the season, and no appointments are needed. They typically buy items that have been in the retail stores within the past 12 to 18 months. *Visit the Reuse Online Trail Directory for the full directory of used furniture, clothing, books & music, computers & electronics, sports & outdoor equipment, art & sewing materials, and antiques for all of Ithaca and Tompkins County at http://reusetrail.com.
106 Fairgrounds Memorial Parkway, Ithaca https://www.platoscloset.com/locations/ithaca-ny (607) 273-2700 platosclosetithaca@yahoo.comRasa Spa
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/rasa-spaRasa Spa serves the well-being of the whole person through healing, client empowerment, fostering a mindful community, and cultivating a tranquil, beautiful atmosphere. They also actively work to "green" their operations and reduce their carbon footprint.
310 Taughannock Boulevard, Ithaca http://www.rasaspa.com/ (607) 273-1740 info@rasaspa.comRecycle Ithaca's Bicycles (RIBs)
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/recycle-ithacas-bicycles-(ribs)-Recycle Ithaca's Bicycles is a program of Southside Community Center and one of the longest running community bike shops in the country. During their Open Shop, anyone in the community can come and use our tools, parts, and expertise to repair their bike or build a new one. They sell used bicycles in excellent condition, and accept donations of bicycles and parts.
530 W Buffalo St, Ithaca https://sspride.org/ (607) 273-4190 ribs@sspride.orgReUse MegaCenter
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/reuse-megacenterReUse MegaCenter, a Finger Lakes ReUse location, provides a convenient and affordable way to donate, purchase, and reuse materials including household goods, furniture, clothing, shoes, books, refurbished computers, computer peripherals, and home electronics.
2255 North Triphammer Road, Ithaca http://ithacareuse.org (607) 257-9699Rochester City Climate Smart Community
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/rochester-city-climate-smart-community-Endorsed by City Council in May 2017, the City of Rochester Climate Action Plan has a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% from 2010 levels by 2030. In order to achieve this goal, the Plan outlines 35 implementation actions divided into five focus areas. The five focus areas revolve around residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. These include: Energy Use and Supply, Transportation, Waste and Materials Management, Clean Water, and Land Use.
30 Church St, Rochester http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589972292 (585) 428-7474 anne.spaulding@cityofrochester.govRochester Environment
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/rochester-environmentRochesterEnvironment.com is an online daily chronicle of environmental news and issues in the Rochester area since 1998. Its archives document many changes, including our steady rise in awareness of climate change. Its features include a calendar, resources, newsletter and updates on all environmental issues and events in Rochester.
Cumberland St, Rochester http://RochesterEnvironment.com frankregan@rochesterenvironment.comRochester Raging Grannies
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/rochester-raging-granniesThe Rochester Raging Grannies are women of a certain age, singing out for social justice, a clean environment, and peace.
Rochester, NY https://www.facebook.com/RocGrannies/ infogran@gmail.comSapwood Farm
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sapwood-farmSapwood is a small-scale sugarbush and mushroom farm located in the headwaters of a regional water supply and part of a large connected forest that includes thousands of acres of public and private lands in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. They manage their forested lands for wildlife habitat, species diversity and water quality, and harvest clean unfiltered drinking water, maple sap, logs for growing mushrooms, firewood and lumber. They sell pure maple syrup, log-grown shiitake mushrooms, and mushrooms foraged from their forests at the Ithaca Farmers Market, and their products are on the menu at the Coal Yard Cafe.
Dryden, NY https://www.getsapwood.com (607) 269-5001 maria@getsapwood.comSave Owasco Now
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/save-owasco-nowSave Owasco Now! formed when toxins were found on several occasions in the finished, treated drinking water drawn from Owasco Lake.
Auburn, NY https://www.facebook.com/saveowasconow/Save the Rain
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/save-the-rainSave the Rain is Onondaga County’s award-winning initiative to improve the water quality of Onondaga Lake and its tributaries, which started as a comprehensive stormwater management plan intended to reduce the amount of pollution that flows into Onondaga Lake and its tributaries. Their programs include rain barrel distribution, tree planting, in-classroom education partnerships with Onondaga County schools, and the Green Improvement Fund to support the development of green infrastructure and stormwater mitigation techniques on private property.
650 Hiawatha Boulevard West, Syracuse https://savetherain.us/ (315) 435-2260Secondhand Shopping Directory
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/secondhand-shopping-directoryThe definitive directory for used furniture, clothing, books and music, computers and electronics, sports and outdoor equipment, art and sewing materials, and antiques for all of Ithaca and Tompkins County.This directory was created in 2013 by Get Your GreenBack Tompkins and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County to showcase the wealth of reuse, resale and thrift stores in Ithaca and Tompkins Count
Ithaca, NY 14850 http://reusetrail.com info@reusetompkins.comSEED Sustainability Consulting
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/seed-sustainability-consultingSEEDs consultation and coaching process is designed to educate you about the foundational aspects of permaculture, empower you to move through the design process in a structured and supported way, and strategically plan both the design and implementation so that your time, efforts and money are leveraged.
Ithaca, NY http://seedsustainabilityconsulting.com/ (607) 339-1153 karryn@seedsustainabilityconsulting.comSeneca Lake Guardian, a Waterkeeper Alliance Affiliate
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/seneca-lake-guardian,-a-waterkeeper-alliance-affiliateSeneca Lake Guardian is an all-volunteer, grassroots organization whose mission is to preserve and protect the region's air and water from irresponsible industry or development and to ensure that the waters of the Finger Lakes are swimmable, drinkable and fishable for generations to come.
Watkins Glen, NY http://senecalakeguardian.org senecalakeguardian@gmail.comSeneca Lake Pure Waters Association Inc.
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/seneca-lake-pure-waters-association-inc-The Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (SLPWA) is the “voice of Seneca Lake.” An all-volunteer organization, SLPWA provides factual, up-to-date information to its members and the public. SLPWA leads efforts to maintain and enhance the quality of Seneca Lake as a source for drinking water and recreation, by educating and informing the public about issues. Financial support for these activities comes from our members, donors and grants.
S Rte 14, Geneva https://senecalake.org slpwa@senecalake.orgSewGreen
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sewgreenSewGreen operates a reuse store for unwanted sewing textiles, yarn, needlecraft supplies, and sewing machines. All of the merchandise is donated by community members, saving about 22 tons of materials from going to landfills every year. Store proceeds help support apprenticeships and meaningful jobs for young people, summer camps for kids, and sewing classes for all ages. SewGreen is a not-for-profit program of Sustainable Tompkins.
114 N Cayuga St, Ithaca http://www.sewgreen.org/ (607) 319-4106 ithacasews@gmail.comSheldrake Point Winery
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sheldrake-point-winerySheldrake Point Winery and Vineyard is located on Cayuga Lake, offering a variety of tasting menus that range from their best selling wines, to their dry style vinifera wines and reserve wines, dessert wines and estate produced ice wines.
7448 County Rd 153, Ovid http://sheldrakepoint.com/ (607) 532-9401 ctauck@sheldrakepoint.comShimmering Light Farm & Renewal Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/shimmering-light-farm-renewal-centerShimmering Light is a community supported farm and education center in South Bristol, NY dedicated to inspiring more conscious and regenerative ways of life. Through the farm, retreats, workshops and collaborative learning experiences, Shimmering Light cultivates connection with the Earth, each other and our own true nature.
6143 Hicks Road, Naples http://www.shimmeringlight.info (585) 394-7610 info@shimmeringlight.infoSierra Club Finger Lakes Group
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sierra-club-finger-lakes-groupThe Finger Lakes Group of the Sierra Club represents over 1000 Sierra Club members in eleven counties in New York State: Allegany, Chemung, Cortland, Livingston, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins and Yates.
2945 Mills Road, Montour Falls https://www.facebook.com/SierraClubFingerLakesGroup/Sierra Club Iroquois Group
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sierra-club-iroquois-groupFormed in 1972 and affiliated with the Atlantic Chapter of the Sierra Club, the Iroquois Group furthers the Sierra Club’s conservation and environmental efforts through local and regional initiatives, including educational events, indoors and outdoors.
3736 Apulia Rd, Jamesville http://sierraclub.org/atlantic/iroquoisSierra Club Rochester Group
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sierra-club-rochester-groupThe purpose of the Sierra Club Rochester Group is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
98-120 New York State Reference Rte 942G, Rochester https://www.sierraclub.org/atlantic/rochester (585) 234-1056 SierraClubRocNY@gmail.comSignificant Elements
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/significant-elementsSignificant Elements is a program of Historic Ithaca begun in 1991 to promote the reuse of architectural elements when the demolition of a building cannot be otherwise prevented. They provide an avenue for the reuse of such materials, and through their activities, promote restoration and reuse instead of demolition.
212 Center St, Ithaca http://www.significantelements.org (607) 277-3450 sara@historicithaca.orgSkaneateles Lake Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/skaneateles-lake-associationSkaneateles Lake Association, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation and a member of the New York State Federation of Lake Associations and the Finger Lakes Regional Watershed Alliance (FLRWA). In order to ensure the integrity of the lake and its watershed for generations to come, their goals are to: Educate residents, government agencies and others using the lake about threats to the lake and its watershed, take all action necessary to protect and improve the water quality of Skaneateles Lake and to protect and improve its watershed, promote environmentally and aesthetically sound regional management of Skaneateles Lake and its watershed by encouraging cooperation among the Skaneateles Lake watershed municipalities, and engage in activities appropriate to further the mission of the corporation including public education, community organizing, fund-raising, publicity, working with village, town, county, state and federal officials.
26 Jordan St, Skaneateles http://skaneateleslake.org (315) 685-9106 skanlakeassoc@att.netSkaneateles Lake Association
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/skaneateles-lake-associationThe Skaneateles Lake Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of the Skaneateles Lake watershed from pollution and invasive species though public education, coordinated monitoring and clean-up efforts, and cooperation with local governments to ensure that regulations and comprehensive watershed management plans reflect current science and the potential impact of current threats and that the management of the watershed remains vigilant. Skaneateles Lake is one of the cleanest lakes in the country and provides drinking water to the City of Syracuse.
Skaneateles, NY https://skaneateleslake.org (315) 685-9106 skanlakeassoc@att.netSouth Hill Compost
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/south-hill-compostSouth Hill Compost is a small-scale food scrap collection service offering multiple options for curbside pickup and composting food waste onsite in McGraw. Founded in 2021, it is operated by one person who seeks to expand their work in local food scrap processing and compost education.
3684 South Hill Road, McGraw https://www.southhillcompost.com (607) 591-3578 southhillcompost@gmail.comSpencer Crest Nature Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/spencer-crest-nature-centerSpencer Crest Nature Center is part of Corning Community College. It provides environmental, educational and recreational activities for the greater Corning area. The Center features 250 acres and 7 miles of trails with two ponds, a stream and a museum of natural systems which includes changing displays, an apiary and an environmentally sensitive design.
2424 Spencer Hill Road, Corning https://www.corning-cc.edu/about/spencer-crest.php (607) 962-9875 eacenter@corning-cc.eduSustainability in Geneva
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sustainability-in-genevaThe City is making strides toward becoming a Certified Climate Smart Community. Just a few accomplishments to date include: *Passing a resolution adopting the Climate Smart Community Pledge; *Creating a Community Climate Smart Community Task Force focused on climate mitigation and adaptation; *Developing a government operations Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory; *Conducting energy audits at municipal buildings and made recommended energy efficiency improvements; *Adopting a comprehensive plan with sustainability elements; *Participated in the development of the Seneca Lake Watershed Management Plan; *Installed rain gardens at the lakefront to manage stormwater runoff.
47 Castle St, Geneva http://cityofgenevany.com/geneva-sustainability/ (315) 789-6104 Sgerling@geneva.ny.usSustainable Tompkins
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sustainable-tompkinsSustainable Tompkins is a community-based organization whose mission is to promote the long-term well-being of our region by integrating social equity, economic vitality, ecological stewardship, and shared responsibility. They act as convener, connector, and catalyst to engage both the grassroots and policymakers in the work of redesigning how people work and live, so that communities in Tompkins County and beyond can successfully cope with global influences such as climate disruption and energy transitions.
309 N Aurora St, Ithaca https://sustainabletompkins.org/ (607) 272-1720 info@sustainabletompkins.orgSustainable Upstate Network
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sustainable-upstate-networkThe SUN Group Members work in many areas of Sustainability. Whether it be architectural design and planning, waste reduction and recycling, energy efficiency and HVAC Systems to storm water retention, re-purposed furniture or equipment, the SUN Group Members and their associates provide knowledge and commitment to making the Greater Central New York Region a beacon for sustainable business and operation practices.
349-399 US-11, Syracuse http://sungroupcny.com/ (315) 657-0135 andrewpicco@gmail.comSustainable Viticulture Systems
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/sustainable-viticulture-systemsSustainable Viticulture Systems is a pioneer in the value added grape industry and an ambassador for the nutrition rich by-products of Finger Lakes Wine- Grapes. The grapes they use are sustainably farmed on the hills of Seneca Lake in Hector, NY. Their Wine Flours are a naturally gluten-free superfood, rich in antioxidants, protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Wine Flours are for use in any and all recipes to add the flavor, color and nutrition that every dish deserves. SVS wine flour, baked goods, and other products, are for sale online and at many regional stores.
P.O. BOX 211 HECTOR, NY http://www.flxgrapeflour.com/ (607) 368-9562 HILARYNJ@FOSSVS.COMThrifty Shopper
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/thrifty-shopperMore than 50 years ago, the Rescue Mission opened its first thrift store to both provide affordable clothing and generate income to support its programs. Today, the Rescue Mission operates 16 Thrifty Shopper stores in eight central New York counties, which help generate revenue needed annually to provide Rescue Mission programs and services to end hunger and homelessness.
155 Gifford Street, Syracuse https://www.ishopthrifty.org (315) 472-6251 info@ishopthrifty.orgTioga County Soil and Water Conservation District
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/tioga-county-soil-and-water-conservation-districtThe role of the Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District is to assist individual landowners, groups, and units of government with any natural resource concern that is brought before it. This may take the form of technical advice, technical assistance, or finding a solution through another entity.
183 Corporate Drive, Owego https://www.tiogacountyny.com/programs-agencies/soil-and-water/ (607) 687-3553 walshw@tiogacountyny.govTompkins County Clean Energy Community
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/tompkins-county-clean-energy-communityThe New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that Tompkins County is the first county in the Southern Tier to be designated a Clean Energy Community, recognizing its leadership in reducing energy use, cutting costs and driving clean energy in its communities. This announcement complements Southern Tier Soaring, the regional economic blueprint aimed at attracting a talented workforce, growing business and driving innovation. Communities that complete at least four of ten high impact actions and meet all eligibility requirements are both designated by New York State as a Clean Energy Community and are eligible to apply for grants to fund additional clean energy projects. As the first in its region, Tompkins County is eligible to apply for an award at the maximum funding level of $250,000 to further advance its work in reducing GHG emissions and energy use. It is the policy of Tompkins County to: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions to reach a minimum 80 percent reduction from 2008 levels by 2050 and reduce reliance on fossil fuels across all sectors. Improve the energy efficiency of all components of the community energy system. Increase the use of local and regional renewable energy sources and technologies. Increase carbon capture and storage in the county’s forests, wetlands, and soils. Reduce the amount of material disposed in landfills.
121 E Court St, Ithaca http://www.tompkinscountyny.gov/planning/energy-greenhouse-gas (607) 274-5560 kborgella@tompkins-co.govTompkins County Environmental Management Council
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/tompkins-county-environmental-management-councilThe purpose of the Tompkins County Environmental Management Council is to identify problems, propose priorities, and promote coordination of activities in the development and management of local natural resources and to provide a public forum for the discussion and resolution of these problems and completion of proposed projects.
121 E Court St, Ithaca http://tompkinscountyny.gov/emc (607) 274-5560Tompkins County Recycling and Materials Management
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/tompkins-county-recycling-and-materials-managementThe mission of the Department of Recycling and Materials Management is to develop and implement a sustainable materials management strategy for Tompkins County. With a focus on the state's solid waste management hierarchy, this approach utilizes and prioritizes environmentally sound, cost-effective, socially responsible, and safe practices. This is accomplished through coordinated administrative, operational, and educational programs that maximize diversion with the 4R's (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rebuy) as a focal point.
122 Commercial Avenue, Ithaca https://recycletompkins.org/ (607) 273-6632 reducewaste@tompkins-co.orgTompkins County Workers' Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/tompkins-county-workers-centerThe vision of the Tompkins County Workers’ Center is that all people are respected in the workplace, have a Living Wage, the right to organize, quality health care, housing, childcare, transportation, and access to healthy food and water, as guaranteed by the Declaration of Universal Human Rights as ratified by the United Nations in 1948.
115 E M.L.K. Jr. St, Ithaca https://www.tcworkerscenter.org/ (607) 269-0409 TCWRH@tcworkerscenter.orgTown of Geneva Trash, Recycling, & Composting
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/town-of-geneva-trash,-recycling,-compostingThis website provides locations for different types of trash drop-offs, and trash/recycling permits.
3750 County Road 6, Geneva http://www.townofgeneva.com/departments/trash_recycling_and_composting.php (315) 789-3922 supervisor@townofgeneva.comTown of Ithaca Conservation Board
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/town-of-ithaca-conservation-boardThe Town of Ithaca Conservation Board is a volunteer group of Town of Ithaca residents working towards the preservation and protection of the Town's natural and scenic resources, acting in an advisory capacity to the other Town Boards on environmental matters. Issues they address include invasive species management and education, land conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable development.
215 North Tioga Street, Ithaca http://www.town.ithaca.ny.us/conservation-board (600) 727-3174 msmith@town.ithaca.ny.usToxics Targeting
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/toxics-targetingHomes and properties in communities across New York are located on or near toxic sites that can cause health hazards or reduce investment value. Toxic Targeting obtains environmental data from local, state and federal government sources and updates their information on a continuing basis. They provide extensive archival data now withheld from public disclosure due to homeland security concerns.
215 N Cayuga St, Ithaca http://www.toxicstargeting.com (607) 273-3391 info@toxicstargeting.comTrees Up Tompkins
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/trees-up-tompkinsTrees Up Tompkins aims to draw down carbon from the atmosphere by planting native trees on available land in Tompkins County, NY. They planted their first trees in October 2019, and organized their first community planting in April 2020. Visit their website or join their Facebook group.
Ithaca, NY https://www.treesuptompkins.org/ treesuptompkins@gmail.comUpper Susquehanna Coalition
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/upper-susquehanna-coalitionThe Upper Susquehanna Coalition's mission is to protect and improve water quality and natural resources in the Upper Susquehanna River Basin with the involvement of citizens and agencies through planning, education, coordination, funding, project implementation and advocating for water resources. They strive to do so through a team approach, with teams focused on key watershed-wide efforts working independently and collaboratively.
183 Corporate Drive, Owego http://www.uppersusquehanna.org/usc/ (607) 972-2348 wwalsh@u-s-c.orgU.S. Green Building Council New York Upstate
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/us-green-building-council-new-york-upstateUSGBC New York Upstate offers education, outreach, advocacy, and activities for our members and individuals interested in green building in 55 counties in New York State. Their members, volunteers, and Market Leadership Advisory Board are a diverse group, passionate about green buildings and communities. As a member of USGBC New York Upstate, you'll join a diverse, dedicated community of professionals — who design, construct, manage, finance, insure, maintain, own, and occupy buildings.
727 East Washington Street, Syracuse https://www.usgbc.org/chapters/usgbc-new-york-upstate (315) 729-9067 thall@usgbc.orgWaterFront by Peter Mantius
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/waterfront-by-peter-mantiusThe once-pristine Finger Lakes are under stress. While they dodged a bullet in 2014 when the state banned high-volume fracking for natural gas, major threats remain: invasive species, gigantic garbage dumps, stream runoff carrying agricultural and munitions wastes, toxic waste dumps, salt mines, etc. While local environmental groups try — with meager funding — to engage these deep-pocket threats, local media tend to remain on the sidelines. WaterFront was founded to shed light on these increasingly consequential battles.
Watkins Glen, NY http://Waterfrontonline.blog pmantius@gmail.comWaterman Conservation Education Center
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/waterman-conservation-education-centerThe mission of Waterman Conservation Education Center is to promote conservation education and environmental literacy. They serve their members, the citizens of the Twin Tiers of New York State and Pennsylvania and all visitors to their wildlife refuge system. They also have special events, annual education programming, Summer Camps, Nature Camps, and specialized school programs.
403 Hilton Road, Apalachin https://www.watermancenter.org/ (607) 625-2221 info@watermancenter.orgWayne County Soil and Water Conservation District
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/wayne-county-soil-and-water-conservation-districtThe Wayne County Soil and Water Conservation District serves as a local agency prepared to manage and conserve the soil, water and natural resources of Wayne County. Since 1944, the District has developed programs related to the needs of Wayne County and follows a mission and a vision to help the community thrive from care of the natural resources available to its residents.
7312 Rte 31, Lyons https://waynecountynysoilandwater.org (315) 946-7200We Compost Collective
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/we-compost-collectiveWe Compost Collective program offers opportunity for nearby Broome County residents to compost their food scraps, garden, and yard waste. Individuals living in apartments where composting is not permitted or houses with limited backyard space are encouraged to join. Members will have access to the compost bin after attending a short orientation training of 30-50 minutes.
840 Upper Front St, Binghamton http://ccebroomecounty.com/environment/we-compost-collective (607) 584-5011 jse67@cornell.eduWhite Oak Nursery
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/white-oak-nurseryWhite Oak Nursery has been propagating and growing over 80 species of native shade trees and native flowering shrubs since 1995. W.O.N. grows the majority of woody species that are native to the northeastern United States plus the best ornamental trees from around the world. This choice of species allows you to design complete landscapes entirely with native plants but also to establish complete plant communities that benefit native wildlife.
4350 Kipp Rd, Canandaigua http://www.whiteoaknursery.biz/ (315) 789-3509 jengel53@rochester.rr.comWild Nectar Mead
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/wild-nectar-meadWild Nectar Mead is a farm meadery inspiring a new mead and jun culture using reverse osmosis water, local honey, herbs, berries, fruits, and other ingredients. They now bottle and keg mead for the public to purchase in local stores and on their website. The farm is powered by solar power on sunny days, and it offers pollinator-friendly plant species, and access to cutting-edge pollinator research and education through their website. Joining the Mead Culture Club allows members to help revive healthy honey bee populations by attending special tasting events, live music, dancing, farm tours, and mead games. Plus, Club members get discounts. They now bottle and keg mead for the public to purchase in local stores and on their website. In addition, Wild Nectar Mead offers mobile event services for weddings and special parties, and upon request, you could have David play the bagpipes at your party.
1853 Black Rock Road, King Ferry https://www.wildnectarmead.com/ (315) 237-9029 info@wildnectarmead.comWild Things Sanctuary
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/wild-things-sanctuaryWild Things Sanctuary (WTS) is dedicated to helping native wildlife through rescuing and rehabilitating debilitated and orphaned/displaced animals until they are ready for release back into the wild. Eventually, WTS is also hoping to provide a sanctuary for non-releasable native animals. WTS is also committed to improving the well-being of wildlife through public education; focusing on how humans can safely and peacefully coexist with native wildlife, and on wildlife’s importance to man and the environment. Since 2012, WTS has specialized in caring for native bats, a group of animals that is incredibly beneficial to humans, and in desperate need of advocates and care as numbers continue to decline due to White-nose Syndrome and human ignorance.
Ithaca, NY http://www.wildthingssanctuary.org/ (607) 200-4100 wildthingssanctuary@gmail.comWonderful Wheelchairs
http://www.sustainablefingerlakes.org/map/listing/wonderful-wheelchairsWonderful Wheelchairs repairs and sells power and manual wheelchairs, walkers, and mobility scooters at very reasonable prices. Their stock of mobility equipment is collected through donations. Their average reconditioned manual wheelchair costs around $75 for the parts and materials needed for repairs.
1229 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca https://www.facebook.com/WonderfulWheelchairs/ (607) 272-8224 wonderfulwheelchairs@gmail.com