As April 1 nears, New York City is intensifying its curbside composting program, instituting fines up to $300 for buildings that fail to separate compostable materials from general waste. Residents are urged to prepare by acquiring suitable bins for messy compostables like food scraps, which can include various organic materials and compostable products. However, certain items such as diapers and recyclables must not be included in compost bins. Understanding what is compostable is key to compliance and effective waste management.
Confusion about curbside composting has been rising as April 1 approaches, marking the day fines for non-compliance in New York City start.
Buildings that don't separate compostable waste from other trash will face fines of up to $300 per violation starting April 1.
It's important to know what can and cannot be composted; acceptable items include food scraps and specific compostable products, but not recyclables.
Prepare ahead of time by securing a bin for compostables, as they can be messy and require proper organization.
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