Section 260. Legislative findings and objectives; waste prevention

The
  legislature hereby finds and declares that  there  are  ever  increasing
  opportunities   to   promote   economic   development  and  enhance  the
  environment   through   waste   prevention.   Whether   through   better
  environmental management practices that prevent or reduce the generation
  of  wastes,  the  adoption of innovative environmental technologies, the
  substitution of less toxic materials or substances, or through recycling
  and reuse of secondary materials, waste  prevention  can  often  improve
  competitiveness and environmental quality.
    By partnering with New York companies to promote waste prevention, New
  York  residents will be investing in a healthy environment and a healthy
  economy. Strategic planning and investment  in  sustainable  development
  will  spark  business  growth and competitiveness and create jobs, while
  protecting and enhancing the quality of the environment.