North Adams Launches Pilot Nip Bottle Redemption Program in Partnership with BFAIR’s Bottle & Can Redemption Center
Katrina Cardillo • November 8, 2025
The City of North Adams has introduced a pilot program aimed at reducing litter from single-serve “nip” bottles.
In partnership with BFAIR and City Councilor Keith Bona, the initiative allows community members to return clean nip bottles to BFAIR’s redemption center for 5 cents each.
The program is funded through local donations, with contributions now totaling enough to pay out for 23,600 nip bottles as of October 27. The pilot will continue as long as funds remain available and will help evaluate how a small financial incentive can make a big impact on reducing bottle litter throughout the city.
BFAIR’s redemption center, in operation since 2009, provides employment and vocational training opportunities for adults with disabilities while supporting regional recycling and sustainability efforts.
BFAIR and UCP of Western Massachusetts announced today that they are exploring the possibility of a future merger.
BFAIR will hold its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, May 6th at the Berkshire Hills Country Club from 7:30 - 9:00 AM.
BFAIR is pleased to announce the appointment of Theresa Denette, MBA, as Interim Chief Operating Officer (COO).
