A ribbon-cutting ceremony, facility tours, and locally grown mushrooms mark an exciting milestone in Cogent Waste Solutions' commitment to sustainability, innovation, and upcycling. What if the organic waste generated by New York City businesses could become the foundation for something entirely new? That vision is becoming a reality at Afterlife, an innovative urban mushroom farm and subsidiary of Cogent Waste Solutions, which recently celebrated its official Grand Opening i

Supporting the Businesses That Keep Williamsburg Moving Williamsburg is one of Brooklyn's most dynamic neighborhoods. Known for its creative energy, thriving restaurant scene, independent shops, and bustling commercial corridors, it brings together an extraordinary mix of businesses, residents, and visitors. From the cafés along Bedford Avenue to the restaurants and boutiques near the waterfront, Williamsburg's appeal lies in its diversity. Long-established neighborhood insti

For New York City businesses, having your trash picked up on schedule is just the beginning of proper waste management. Reliable waste service plays an important role in keeping your property clean, meeting city requirements, and making sure your day-to-day operations run smoothly. That’s why choosing a local waste provider can make a meaningful difference. Service That Knows NYC New York City is unlike any other market. Every neighborhood has its own character, businesses ha

October 1 marks an important change for commercial waste collection in North Brooklyn. Here’s what local businesses need to know. New York City’s Commercial Waste Zone program is coming to Brooklyn North this fall. Businesses in Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Bushwick and Bedford-Stuyvesant should begin preparing now. The Brooklyn North transition period begins October 1, 2026. Businesses will have through November 30 to enter into a new agreement with a private carter authorized

It might seem like putting your recyclables in a plastic bag is a cleaner and more convenient way to handle them. Unfortunately, bagging your recycling can actually make it harder for those materials to be properly recycled. Recycling facilities rely on a combination of automated equipment and manual sorting to separate different types of recyclable materials. When recyclables arrive inside a tied or closed plastic bag, sorting equipment and workers may not be able to easily

Few places capture the energy of Midtown Manhattan like One Penn Plaza. Located directly alongside Penn Station and surrounded by one of the busiest transportation hubs in the world, One Penn Plaza sits at the center of a constantly moving part of New York City. Every day, thousands of commuters, workers, visitors, and residents pass through the area, while offices, restaurants, retailers, and other businesses keep the surrounding neighborhood active from morning until late a