New York S02285 mandates composting programs at SUNY and CUNY campuses.

New York S02285 requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to establish composting programs. The bill amends the education law to mandate that each institution collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to encourage composting. Compostable waste includes food scraps, plant trimmings, food soiled paper, and certified compostable products. Trustees must consider providing information on waste separation, availability of collection services, evaluating program effectiveness, and setting benchmarks for progress.

New York S02285 mandates composting programs at SUNY and CUNY campuses.

New York S02285 requires the state university of New York and the city university of New York to establish composting programs. The bill amends the education law to mandate that each institution collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to encourage composting. Compostable waste includes food scraps, plant trimmings, food soiled paper, and certified compostable products. Trustees must consider providing information on waste separation, availability of collection services, evaluating program effectiveness, and setting benchmarks for progress.