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NYC suspends composting fines just weeks after rollout, citing public pushback

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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…

Composting crackdown begins in NYC April 1st with $25 fines for violations

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Apr. 1, 2025 By Colum Motherway New York City’s waste reduction efforts are entering a new phase this week, as the city’s sanitation agency begins enforcing mandatory composting laws with fines for non-compliance.  Starting today, April 1, residents must separate food waste from regular trash or risk a $25 fine from the Department of…