Tidal New York Honored For Environmental Contributions

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — A New Rochelle manufacturer of flip-flops was recently honored for its contributions to the environment. Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the Department of Environmental Facilities announced the winners of the first-ever Westchester County Eco Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to the county’s local environment and sustainability made by residents, students and schools, municipalities, businesses and other organizations.

Tidal New York in New Rochelle received the 2018 Eco Award for developing a manufacturing process that produces flip-flops with almost zero waste and having a mission of hiring military veterans.

“The Eco Awards provide an opportunity to recognize those individuals and institutions who contribute to making Westchester a great place to live, work and visit by improving and caring for our local environment,” Latimer said.

The award winners were honored at a ceremony at Kensico Dam Plaza.

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