Composting in NYC

What is happening? NYC creates 8 million pounds of organic waste per day. To minimize rat populations, Queens took to social media to promote its composting program. Queens data showed that encouraging composting of yard waste ultimately led to composting of kitchen scraps, and compostable takeaway containers.

Why does this matter? If the 8 million pounds of organic waste go to landfills it creates methane emissions for years. As an added bonus, while the organic waste is at the curb or in its bins- it’s a welcome party for rats- fun!

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