Binghamton residents can turn in unwanted paint products at city-run recycling event

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WBNG) — As a way to continue from an event in 2025 that saw nearly 40,000 lbs of waste from local landfills, the city of Binghamton will be hosting the second annual GreenSheen Free Paint Recycling Event.

The event is expected to take place on Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Binghamton Public Works Department at 17 Broad St, according to information from the city.

New York State Senator Lea Webb is joining the city as a co-host of the event to build off the city’s successful 2025 environmental initiative.

The event will give residents the chance to properly dispose of leftover architectural paints, stains, and varnishes at no cost to them, the city said.

In 2025, 503 residents participated in keeping 39,583 lbs of waste from local landfills, the city said.

“The City of Binghamton is committed to providing our residents with tangible, eco-friendly services that protect our local environment,” said Kirby Boynton, events director for GreenSheen Paint. “By continuing this partnership, the city is demonstrating its role as a regional leader in the circular economy,” Boynton said. “We are also pleased to have the additional support of Senator Webb this year as we aim to grow the event and reach more residents in the Southern Tier,” he said.

All materials collected during the event will be processed and recycled at GreenSheen’s New York manufacturing facility in Rotterdam.

If you’re looking to participate in the event, you can register by visiting the event’s website.