Waste Management Strategies:
Reduction and Reuse: The focus is on minimizing waste generation in the first place. NYSDEC offers resources and grants to encourage these practices.
Recycling: Recycling programs are crucial for diverting waste from landfills. The DSNY provides guidelines for what can be recycled in various bins.
Composting: Food scraps and yard waste can be composted to create nutrient-rich soil. While curbside composting programs were paused due to budget cuts, there are still drop-off options.
Landfills: