In theory, weekly curbside composting pickup is a great thing. New Yorkers can dispose of food scraps in sealed bins that don’t attract rats; when the organic waste biodegrades, it can fertilize soil and generate energy, not just stink up landfills.
The city’s composting program which has taken hold in just fits and starts through the years is expanding to the entire borough of Queens come October, Mayor Adams and Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced Monday.
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