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Fri, December 13, 2024

Food donation and recycling expand in New York


Published on 2024-12-13 17:40:39 - MSN
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  • Hochul signed a law expanding New York's food donation and recycling program, making more businesses donate excess edible food and recycle food scraps.

The article from MSN discusses the expansion of food donation and recycling programs in New York, aimed at reducing food waste and enhancing food security. New York City has seen an increase in food rescue operations, where surplus food from restaurants, grocery stores, and events is collected and redistributed to food-insecure communities. This initiative not only helps in feeding the hungry but also significantly cuts down on the environmental impact of food waste. The city has implemented policies to encourage businesses to donate rather than discard edible food, with incentives like tax benefits and streamlined logistics for food pickup. Additionally, there's a growing emphasis on recycling food waste through composting, which turns waste into nutrient-rich soil, further supporting urban agriculture and reducing landfill use. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to address both hunger and environmental sustainability in urban settings.

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