Apr. 21, 2025 By Colum Motherway Just weeks after launching strict enforcement of New York City’s mandatory composting program, the Adams administration has abruptly suspended most fines, signaling a major policy shift from penalties to education and outreach. The abrupt change, announced just weeks after strict enforcement began, marks a significant reversal in the…
Apr. 18, 2025 By cmotherway April 18, 2025 By Colum Motherway The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has announced the opening of a new compost distribution site in Astoria in response to rising demand and a surge in compostable material collected from Queens residents. Beginning on Wednesday, April 23, residents will be…
Dec. 27, 2024 QNS News Team The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is making sustainability more accessible for city residents with new initiatives, including year-round Christmas tree collection and expanded special waste and textile recycling services in Queens. With the recent expansion of curbside composting, New Yorkers no longer need to adhere…