Locations where NYC residents can drop off their food scraps to be composted. Visit https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/dsny/site/services/food-scraps-and-yard-waste-page/nyc-food-scrap-drop-off-locations for participating locations.
Drop-off composting is one way residents can put their food and yard waste to good use, instead of being sent to a landfill. This dataset contains information on locations within NYC where you can drop-off your food scraps to make compost, not trash. All food scraps are processed locally at community scale compost sites.
Before visiting a food scrap drop-off site:
• Confirm that they are open and accepting food scraps.
• Review open hours listed.
• See what items are accepted.
Accepted at food scrap drop-off sites:
• Fruits, vegetables, and eggshells
• Coffee, tea, and nuts
• Dried flowers and houseplants
• Bread, grains, pasta
Not accepted at food scrap drop-off sites:
• Meat, fish, and dairy
• Pet waste and kitty litter
• Pressure-treated plywood, lumber, or sawdust
• Clean paper, glossy paper, or cardboard
• Metal, glass, or plastic
• Medical waste, diapers, and personal hygiene products
• BPI-certified compostable plastic products