As July approaches, Staten Island is taking center stage in the next phase of New York City’s Commercial Waste Zone rollout, with the program set to begin on July 1, 2026. At the same time, Midtown South businesses are also preparing for their own CWZ transition, with sign-up beginning the same day and service going live later this summer. In this issue, we break down what each zone needs to know ahead of launch and will share an important update on Memorial Day service sche

Spring is a busy season for New York City businesses, and waste and recycling requirements are evolving alongside it. From Commercial Waste Zone implementation in Lower Manhattan to broader expectations around compliance and sustainability, now is a good time to make sure your service is aligned with what your operation actually needs. This month, we’re focusing on what’s changing across NYC, what it means for your business, and how Cogent helps simplify the transition. Don’

As of April 1, 2026, New York City’s Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ) program is officially underway in Lower Manhattan. Businesses in the zone are now required to work with an authorized hauler approved by the Department of Sanitation (DSNY). If you have not yet signed a new service agreement, it is critical to act now. The deadline to secure your service is May 31, 2026 . Waiting too long could result in disruptions, or being assigned a hauler that may not align with your busine

As we head toward the second quarter of 2026, momentum continues to build across New York City’s evolving waste landscape. With the Lower Manhattan Commercial Waste Zone launch just days away, now is the time for businesses to finalize their plans and prepare for a smooth transition. In this issue, we also highlight how Zero Waste programs can be implemented with ease (even at scale) and share a recent partnership supporting new retail locations across the city. Lower Manhatt

As of April 1, 2026, Lower Manhattan will officially enter New York City’s Commercial Waste Zones (CWZ) program. Businesses in the zone will be required to work with an authorized hauler approved by the Department of Sanitation (DSNY). Only those haulers meeting DSNY standards may collect commercial waste and recycling in the area. Why This Matters Local Law 199 of 2019 created 20 commercial waste zones across New York City, each served by up to three approved haulers. The CW

As New York City’s Commercial Waste Zone program continues to roll out, February brings important updates for businesses in Lower Manhattan. With the zone set to go live on April 1, now is the time to prepare for new service requirements and ensure a smooth, compliant transition. In this issue, we’ll walk through what the Manhattan launch means for your operations, highlight how our Afterlife organics program is turning food waste into measurable environmental impact, and sh