After years of advocacy, curbside composting will finally be a reality for all New Yorkers this October! Whether you rent or own, live in a single-family building or a building with hundreds of units, you’re eligible to compost – and it’s as easy as taking out your trash or recycling.
Over the last two years, our office has pushed for curbside composting in Manhattan, and has awarded nearly $100,000 to community organizations across Manhattan educating Manhattanites and providing composting operations across the borough. Universal curbside composting is the next big push in our borough’s efforts to prevent waste and protect our environment.
Composting is an important step in reducing NYC’s carbon footprint. Right now, one-third of what New Yorkers throw away is food scraps and yard waste. Instead of sitting in landfills, compost can be used as fertilizer, to power wastewater treatment systems, and for heating homes.
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Mandatory composting starts October 6th!. Learn more about what and how to compost here. Avoid fines by starting on time! Building owners, property managers, superintendents, board members, and owners can request your FREE brown bin from the New York Department of Sanitation today and join free DSNY info sessions throughout the fall for additional information! Want to get a free bag of compost? Click here to find a DSNY compost giveaway event near you!
Need more help with curbside composting in NYC? Get your questions answered at DSNYC’s FAQ page on Curbside Composting. Find compost drop-off sites and Compost Smart Bins throughout Manhattan and NYC.
