Located at the northern tip of Staten Island, St. George serves as the borough’s front door. Each day, thousands of commuters, residents, and visitors pass through this vibrant waterfront neighborhood, arriving via the Staten Island Ferry, exploring Empire Outlets, enjoying local restaurants and shops, or taking in views of New York Harbor. While St. George is known for its historic landmarks and waterfront attractions, it is also a neighborhood defined by the businesses, pro

Recycling is one of the simplest ways businesses can reduce waste, lower disposal costs, and support a more sustainable New York City. But as a recent investigation demonstrated, recycling programs are only effective when materials are properly separated and managed from collection through processing. According to the report, one large public organization lost between $107,000 and $158,000 annually, totaling nearly $800,000 over five years, in missed recycling credits and unn

Cogent Insights: July 2026 As summer reaches its peak, New York City's Commercial Waste Zone transition continues to gain momentum. Businesses in both Staten Island and Midtown South are now in the enrollment period and have until August 31 to select one of their zone's three authorized waste providers before the new system takes effect on September 1. This month, we're highlighting what businesses need to know about the transition, along with practical tips for keeping waste

New York City's Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ) program has officially expanded, with the Staten Island and Midtown South zones now in effect. The rollout marks another major milestone in the city's effort to create a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable commercial waste collection system. Under the CWZ program, businesses are served by a limited number of licensed waste haulers within each zone. The new system is designed to reduce truck traffic, improve customer service,

As summer gets underway, New York City's Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ) program continues to move forward. In this month's newsletter, we're sharing important updates for businesses in both Staten Island and Midtown South in preparation for the July 1 start of the enrollment period. ​ We're also taking a moment to celebrate Independence Day as our nation approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026. On behalf of everyone at Cogent Waste Solutions, thank you for your continued partne

The FIFA World Cup is bringing fans from around the globe to the New York metropolitan area this summer, creating an exciting atmosphere throughout the region and reminding us how sports can unite people across cultures and communities. ​ To help manage increased traffic on NYNJ Stadium match days, New York City has announced temporary truck delivery restrictions in Midtown Manhattan. Restrictions will be in effect on June 25, June 27, June 30, July 5, and July 19, impacting