Fulfilling the requirements of Local Law 40 of 2010, DSNY has completed a multi-season residential and institutional Waste Characterization Study. The 2023 Study was conducted over two seasons and determined the waste composition of several major sources from which DSNY collects.
Details the Adams administration and DSNY's efforts in 2023, a 'trash revolution" that includes: removing trash from sidewalks, launching the nation's largest curbside composting program and umaking unprecedented investments to clean highways and catch illegal dumpers.
NYC Sanitation is offering members of the press, especially those new to the City, a chance to see snow fighting equipment up close, film b-roll, speak to experts, and learn about snow operations.
DSNY announced that in observance of Christmas Day, Monday, December 25, 2023, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday.
DSNY has announced that in observance of Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, 2023, there will be NO trash, curbside composting nor recycling collection on the holiday.
The New York City Department of Sanitation has announced guidance to City residents looking to dispose of their autumn leaves. Separating leaves and yard waste from the trash and other recycling allows them to be turned into renewable energy or compost, instead of decomposing in a landfill.
In an effort to offer efficient service and keep the City, clean, safe and healthy, and due to the rare calendar anomaly of two federal holidays falling within the same week, DSNY has announced modifications to its collection schedule for the week containing Election Day & Veteran's Day.
To all licensees and registrants: On Sunday, November 5, 2023, New York City will host its annual NYC Marathon and Family Reunion event. See below for a list of roadways that will be temporarily closed by the NYC Police Department for the event.