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Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Mandatory Composting in New York City Starts Today

New York City's curbside composting becomes mandatory on April 1, 2025, with fines for non-compliance.
NYC food
fromHomes and Gardens
3 weeks ago

Living in NYC? Here's what you need to know about the new mandatory composting regulations

NYC mandates composting for residents starting April 2025 to promote sustainability and waste reduction.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

City backs off on composting fines after widespread anger from building owners

New York City relaxes fines for composting violations after public backlash and confusion.
Only large buildings will face fines, with a grace period and warnings issued prior to penalties.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

City Councilmember Hanif blasts mayor for 'undercutting' composting law

New York City's mandatory composting law is in effect, but fines for violators are temporarily deferred, sparking controversy among lawmakers.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC should trash the rotten composting mandate

The Common Sense Caucus is pushing to eliminate composting fines in New York City due to its impractical impacts on residents.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC breaks record for compost collection in second week of new rules -now it has to open a new site

The city's new composting mandate led to a record 3.8 million pounds of compost collected in just two weeks.
Simplifying composting rules encourages New Yorkers to actively participate in recycling efforts.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Mandatory Composting in New York City Starts Today

New York City's curbside composting becomes mandatory on April 1, 2025, with fines for non-compliance.
NYC food
fromHomes and Gardens
3 weeks ago

Living in NYC? Here's what you need to know about the new mandatory composting regulations

NYC mandates composting for residents starting April 2025 to promote sustainability and waste reduction.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

City backs off on composting fines after widespread anger from building owners

New York City relaxes fines for composting violations after public backlash and confusion.
Only large buildings will face fines, with a grace period and warnings issued prior to penalties.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

City Councilmember Hanif blasts mayor for 'undercutting' composting law

New York City's mandatory composting law is in effect, but fines for violators are temporarily deferred, sparking controversy among lawmakers.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC should trash the rotten composting mandate

The Common Sense Caucus is pushing to eliminate composting fines in New York City due to its impractical impacts on residents.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | NYC breaks record for compost collection in second week of new rules -now it has to open a new site

The city's new composting mandate led to a record 3.8 million pounds of compost collected in just two weeks.
Simplifying composting rules encourages New Yorkers to actively participate in recycling efforts.
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

Prevent Garbage Sights And Smells In Your Kitchen With One Clever Design Tip - Tasting Table

When choosing trash bins for your kitchen, first consider how many you'll need and how much storage space is available.
Everyday cooking
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

Vintage photos of New York City before the EPA regulated pollution

Pollution regulations began after the Environmental Protection Agency was formed in 1970, which significantly improved New York City's environmental conditions over the decades.
NYC politics
#recycling
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Got a good idea to shrink our growing waste problem? Miami-Dade might help pay for it

Miami-Dade County is launching a contest to find innovative waste management solutions from startups, aimed at improving recycling and reducing costs.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Got a good idea to shrink our growing waste problem? Miami-Dade might help pay for it

Miami-Dade County is launching a contest to find innovative waste management solutions from startups, aimed at improving recycling and reducing costs.
fromAustin Monitor
4 days ago

Zero Waste Advisory Commission discusses rate changes and projects - Austin Monitor

As we've been previously forecasting for Fiscal Year 26...that would be the year that ratepayers...would start to see the impact of the construction of the Northeast Service Center.
Alternative transportation
#local-government
London startup
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Sweden's 'Queen of Trash' risks prison in toxic waste crime trial

Sweden's largest environmental crime trial culminated in charges against five individuals, including the 'Queen of Trash', for illegal toxic waste dumping.
#environmental-impact
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

From burger wrappers to masks, bird nests tell story of throwaway culture

Discarded packaging in bird nests reflects human waste and highlights the impact of our consumer culture on the environment.
#sustainability
NYC food
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 month ago

Not composting yet? Here's what to know about NYC's new fines Brooklyn Paper

NYC mandates composting of food scraps starting April 1, 2023, with fines for non-compliance to improve sustainability and control rat populations.
NYC food
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 month ago

Not composting yet? Here's what to know about NYC's new fines Brooklyn Paper

NYC mandates composting of food scraps starting April 1, 2023, with fines for non-compliance to improve sustainability and control rat populations.
#environmental-policy
#fire-safety
#stock-performance
#birmingham
#city-rankings
fromBored Panda
3 weeks ago
New York City

Study Lists America's Dirtiest Cities, And NYC's Ranking Leaves Many People Scratching Their Heads

House Fresh's study reveals shocking results about the dirtiest cities, proving common assumptions wrong.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Environment

This Is the Cleanest Tourist City in the World

Singapore is the cleanest city in the world, followed by Copenhagen and Prague.
Street cleanliness notably influences visitor experiences and perceptions.
New York City
fromBored Panda
3 weeks ago

Study Lists America's Dirtiest Cities, And NYC's Ranking Leaves Many People Scratching Their Heads

House Fresh's study reveals shocking results about the dirtiest cities, proving common assumptions wrong.
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Criminals 'threatened violence' before dumping 650 tonnes of industrial waste

We're proud to be a part of this significant operation, helping to tackle one of the city's most challenging fly-tipping sites. Our team worked closely with Goody Demolition and local authorities to ensure that waste was safely collected and transported to our recycling facilities, minimising the environmental impact.
London politics
fromApartment Therapy
3 weeks ago

This IKEA Find Makes Sorting Trash Weirdly Satisfying

Aside from trash and recycling, shoppers are using these bins for so much more. I use it to store my dog's toys. Love the handle. Well made.
Everyday cooking
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

How your waste and recycling collections will change over Easter

Haringey Council has announced that refuse collection will be altered due to the Easter bank holidays, with no collections on those days.
UK news
#public-services
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

More negotiations in Birmingham bin dispute

"We want to find a negotiated solution to this. But what we cannot do is take steps that result in us creating further equal pay problems for the council."
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We're not a third world country, we're England': anger rises as Birmingham's bin strike takes toll on locals

Suhail Sadiq expresses his frustration about the surge in car repairs due to rat damage, attributing it to overflowing bins on streets caused by the council strike.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Musical vans, school oaths and civic pride: how an Indian city beat the litter

In many cities, families will keep their home scrupulously clean, but a few feet from their front door rubbish is left lying around.
Environment
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Hannah Quinn-Mulligan: As a farmer, I can't support Ireland's free school meals scheme

I have reservations about nutritional value, provenance and waste - and I'd rather see the money directed to areas that need it than affluent communities that do not.
Alternative transportation
#public-health
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Bin services for over 130,000 customers set to be hit by two-day strike next month

Siptu has issued a notice for industrial action on April 2 and 3, stopping domestic waste collection services in various counties as staff protest the company's imminent sale.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A new start after 60: I was fed up with overflowing bins so I became a rubbish crusher

"He trialled a mobile compacting service in 2020 which proved effective but owing to a restructure, his role was made redundant a few years later."
Toronto startup
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London politics

'Disgust' as bins overflowing in London park sees concern grow for summer months

Overflowing bins in London Fields highlight the need for more waste management solutions as weather warms.
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