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fromenglish.elpais.com
18 hours ago

How to measure bad smells: the citizen science that is challenging the stench of rotten eggs and cabbage soup

Different methods exist to scientifically measure odors, but they often fail to assess the discomfort caused to individuals at a distance.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
#composting
fromGothamist
2 days ago
NYC politics

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

fromCurbed
2 months ago
New York City

How Do I Convince My Super to Compost?

Tenants must push building management to implement required composting by coordinating with the super to create a protected, workable collection solution.
fromCurbed
2 months ago
New York City

How Do I Convince My Super to Compost?

Residents should pressure building management or supers to implement composting since residential composting is mandatory but often relies on tenant enforcement.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

City unveils $24M sanitation facility in Gowanus, advances long-delayed CSO tank construction * Brooklyn Paper

"From the beginning, we were clear that cleaning up the Gowanus Canal could not come at the expense of critical Sanitation services," said DSNY commissioner Gregory Anderson.
Brooklyn
New York Islanders
fromCurbed
2 days ago

This Electric-Green Stream Is Actually a Good Thing

Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island faces odor issues linked to wastewater management, prompting investigations by environmental authorities.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Plan to reinforce sewer pipe was delayed for years before Potomac disaster

Delays in environmental reviews led to a catastrophic sewer line failure, resulting in a massive release of untreated wastewater into the Potomac River.
#human-composting
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Environment

Brooklyn cemetery plans human composting option, stirring interest and debate

fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Environment

Brooklyn cemetery plans human composting option, stirring interest and debate

Agriculture
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

The Unexpected Benefits Of Using Dryer Lint In Your Vegetable Garden - Tasting Table

Dryer lint can be repurposed as mulch in gardens, helping to retain moisture and deter pests.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready

New rules mandate weekly food waste collections in England, but many councils are unprepared to meet the deadline.
Public health
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Water utility announces it's ditching fluoride-then reveals it did so years ago

Birmingham's lawsuit against CAW seeks to restore fluoride in water, citing public health risks from its removal.
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

Nishath Jannath was crossing the street at 62nd Street and Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside around 11:55 p.m. when she was hit by the driver as they turned into the crosswalk.
NYC parents
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Sewage spilled into English rivers, seas and lakes once every two minutes in 2025

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Guest Idea: What Really Happens After You Drop Off Recycling?

Recycling involves a complex journey from collection to sorting, influenced by local policies, technology, and consumer demand.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

NYC's newest hobby is cleaning up trash and documenting the filth

Volunteer groups in NYC are actively cleaning up trash, fostering community bonds, and promoting shared responsibility for urban cleanliness.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.
#waste-management
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

What Caused the D.C. Sewer Disaster

A major sewer pipe collapse in Washington, D.C. caused one of the worst raw-sewage spills in U.S. history, potentially linked to a design flaw from the 1960s involving boulder fill that may affect other sections of the pipeline.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

A New Generation of Big Water Filters-Without the Plastic

Most water filter pitchers are made of BPA-free plastic. But as new research shows that bottled-water drinkers ingest tens of thousands of excess microplastic particles, wellness lovers have begun to look askance at water filters that are themselves made of plastic.
Beer
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

An answer to America's drought may be hiding in the toilet

The United States faces severe water shortages exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased interest in wastewater recycling as a solution.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago

The Broken Sewer Line That Filled The Potomac River With Poop Has Been Repaired. What Happens Next? - Washingtonian

After 55 days of construction, which involved enough gravel to cover four football fields and enough fuel to power a dozen homes for a whole year, the pipe is once again funneling sewage from Fairfax and Loudoun Counties to the Blue Plains Advanced Water Treatment Plant in Southwest DC.
Washington DC
Agriculture
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Convenience Comes at the Environment's Expense

Fast delivery convenience carries significant environmental costs through packaging waste, carbon emissions, and resource consumption, but individual yard management choices can meaningfully reduce environmental impact at a local scale.
Healthcare
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 weeks ago

Medical Waste Disposal: A Breakdown - Social Media Explorer

U.S. healthcare facilities generate 3.5 million tons of medical waste annually, requiring specific disposal methods and regulatory compliance with potential fines up to $13,653 per violation.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Don't Put This Type Of Seafood Down Your Sink Drain - Tasting Table

Garbage disposals cannot process shellfish shells because their chitin composition is too hard for the machine's blending mechanism to break down.
New York Islanders
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Mysterious odor of rotten eggs and broccoli invades Staten Island block

Staten Island residents endure unidentified sewer odors causing physical symptoms while city officials investigate and install filters without determining the source.
Environment
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Making wastewater drinkable is a growing trend as water resources become more strained

Treated wastewater recycling for drinking water is becoming a viable solution in water-scarce regions, with Florida, Arizona, California, and Colorado now allowing direct potable reuse through regulated pilot programs.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

UK water giant to pay 44.7m over unacceptable' sewage spills

Welsh Water faces a £44.7 million penalty from Ofwat for serious breaches in sewage network operation, maintenance, and environmental protection.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
17 years ago

Taking the plunge with a composting toilet

A homeowner built a composting toilet as an affordable backup after expensive plumbing repairs, overcoming social stigma through practical necessity and research.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

NYC's 'trash revolution' gets new general as Mamdani names his sanitation chief

As commissioner, Gregory will carry forward the transformative projects he helped build, from waste containerization and curbside composting to commercial waste reform... I look forward to working with Gregory to keep pushing forward to build a cleaner, healthier and more just city for all New Yorkers.
New York City
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Two hours after clearing flytip, rubbish is dumped again'

Croydon experiences over one thousand flytips weekly, the highest in the country, costing the council £1 million annually to address through enforcement and cleanup operations.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Don't Toss That Banana Peel - Use It To Deodorize Your Smelly Kitchen Trash Can - Tasting Table

Banana peels effectively deodorize kitchen trash cans due to isoamyl acetate, a volatile compound that neutralizes odors when placed at the bottom of the bin.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A delightful day at the dump: The trick is not to leave with more stuff than I arrived with!'

A recycling centre's ReUse shop in London salvages discarded items including unusual specimens like embalmed animals, vintage furniture, and antiques to resell rather than send to landfill.
#public-infrastructure
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Editorial | Is there no relief for NYC in its ongoing public bathroom woes? | amNewYork

New York City has struggled for 20 years to expand public bathroom access despite multiple mayoral initiatives, pilot programs, and significant financial investments with minimal concrete results.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

NYC potty problem: Park's toilet plan stalled as Mamdani heads on with $4 million modular public restrooms

New York City's $4 million public toilet pilot program faces delays, with a Fort Washington Park restroom project stalled for nearly three years despite the city having only one public bathroom per 8,500 residents.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Editorial | Is there no relief for NYC in its ongoing public bathroom woes? | amNewYork

New York City has struggled for 20 years to expand public bathroom access despite multiple mayoral initiatives, pilot programs, and significant financial investments with minimal concrete results.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC potty problem: Park's toilet plan stalled as Mamdani heads on with $4 million modular public restrooms

New York City's $4 million public toilet pilot program faces delays, with a Fort Washington Park restroom project stalled for nearly three years despite the city having only one public bathroom per 8,500 residents.
US politics
fromJezebel
1 month ago

A Georgia City Will Be Drowning in Sewage Thanks to ICE "Mega Center," Say Officials

A Georgia city that voted for mass deportation now opposes a planned ICE detention facility due to infrastructure impossibilities, particularly severe water and sewage system inadequacies.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is What Actually Happens When You Flush an Airplane Toilet

Airplane toilets use vacuum mechanisms to suck waste into holding tanks, eliminating the need for water and making them safe and odor-minimized during flight.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Repairs carried out on water main after flooding

A large split in a 30-inch water main in north London flooded a road and cut water supply to properties, requiring 40 firefighters and overnight repair efforts by Thames Water.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The tech worker cleaning condoms and old socks off the Brooklyn Bridge: People have no shame'

I can't do anything about some of these big problems that the world and the city are facing. But I can do one modicum of something nice. So she started cleaning up. Ellen Baum's trash-collecting crusade gained the attention of local media and concerned New Yorkers who have joined the effort to clean up a bridge she considers her back yard.
Brooklyn
New York City
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC wrestles with delays in delivering official trash bins

Thousands of New Yorkers await city-issued trash bins ahead of June fines, as supply chain delays persist despite sanitation department assurances of resolution by month's end.
Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

A national disgrace': Readers fume over the UK's sewage crisis

Channel 4's Dirty Business documentary prompted widespread reader outrage over untreated sewage pollution in British rivers and water company misconduct, with calls for renationalization and stronger regulatory enforcement.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

London's rubbish problem: Can the city finally clean up its act?

Veolia's Southwark recycling facility processes 100,000 tonnes annually using automated systems and manual sorting, while contamination from inappropriate items significantly hampers recycling efficiency.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Comic: How San Francisco's sewers do (and don't) work

Heavy or prolonged rain causes San Francisco sewer pipes to fill and overflow, pushing water and raw sewage into streets and buildings.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This 'chemical sponge' sucks up the valuable minerals in polluted water

A supramolecular receptor-based, 3D-printed cartridge system selectively and cleanly extracts critical minerals from waste and wastewater with low energy and no toxic chemicals.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

This kitchen scrap makes the best free fertilizer and most people throw it away - Silicon Canals

Last week, I was making my morning coffee-you know, the complicated order I'm too embarrassed to say out loud at coffee shops-when I noticed the pile of used grounds in my filter. For years, I'd been tossing these straight into the trash without a second thought. But then I remembered something my grandmother wrote in one of her letters years ago: "The garden teaches us that nothing is truly waste."
Coffee
Gadgets
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Wait, Are Garbage Bags Supposed To Be Turned Inside Out? - Tasting Table

Turning trash bags inside out can ease fitting but may negate interior scent/additive placement; manufacturers say any method that fits is acceptable.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

S Twatter: When text-to-speech goes down the drain

A Reg reader received an automated call warning of potential water discoloration during planned works from January 19-25. The message advised running taps for twenty minutes if the water appeared discolored - standard stuff, if a bit robotic. In the recording forwarded to us, a female voice told our reader what to expect. All good, if a little robotic. However, things went off the rails a bit when the robot attempted to read out the URL for Severn Trent: http://www.stwater.co.uk/discolouration.
Artificial intelligence
Environment
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Environmental groups sue NYC over Willets Point wastewater plant

Environmental groups are suing New York City over plans to chlorinate wastewater entering Flushing Creek, arguing chlorine won't reduce sewage volume and may harm wildlife.
Public health
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Why Standard Portable Toilets Fall Short at Messy, Hands-On Food Events - Social Media Explorer

Handwashing is the primary sanitation need at crawfish boils; insufficient sinks and reliance on hand sanitizer cause lines, frustration, and poor hygiene.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Pardons Outhouse Kingpin Convicted of Illegally Dumping Raw Sewage

President Donald Trump granted a full, unconditional pardon to Arie Eric De Jong III for federal convictions related to illegally dumping sewage.
#sewage-spill
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What we know about the massive sewage leak in the Potomac River

Approximately 243 million gallons of wastewater has overflowed from the pipe that collapsed on January 19 in Montgomery County, Md., according to a release from DC Water. That translates into 368 Olympic-sized swimming pools worth of sewage. The brunt of this surge happened in the first five days, before interim bypass pumping was activated a system that reroutes sewage around the damaged section.
US news
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Funky smell consumes Staten Island neighborhood as city struggles to find source

"Rotten eggs, to a point where you want to gag," she said. "The smell is so strong, it takes my breath away."
New York City
#dog-waste
fromHoodline
1 month ago
New York City

New York City's "Crappiest Block" Revealed as Dog Waste Complaints Soar in Brooklyn

fromHoodline
1 month ago
New York City

New York City's "Crappiest Block" Revealed as Dog Waste Complaints Soar in Brooklyn

New York City
fromsilive
1 month ago

Putrid Staten Island smell almost knocked me to the ground: A first-hand account

Recurring sewage-like odors on Merrill Avenue force residents to leave homes, worsen asthma symptoms, and prompt constant cleaning and air freshener use.
#wastewater-treatment
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Environment

Bayview Residents Quite Pleased That Their Sewage Treatment Plant Smells Less Terrible These Days

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Environment

Bayview Residents Quite Pleased That Their Sewage Treatment Plant Smells Less Terrible These Days

Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The death of Heather Preen: how an eight-year-old lost her life amid the UK sewage crisis

England's water companies have routinely dumped raw sewage, causing environmental degradation and health tragedies while accountability remained limited.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why does Sydney pump sewage into the ocean and put its famous beaches at risk of poo balls?

Sydney disposes most sewage via fast primary treatment, removing solids and discharging effluent through deepwater ocean outfalls, relying on ocean dilution reaching limits.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The 16-month battle to reveal the truth about Sydney Water's poo balls

Sewage-containing debris washed onto Malabar and other Sydney beaches while authorities delayed broader public warnings and contested the source.
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

I'll Never Do Laundry When It's Raining - and Here's Why

When it's dreary outside, I usually hunker down and do household chores - running the dishwasher, catching up on laundry, maybe even taking a long shower and shaving my legs. These days, though, I take the opposite approach: I never do chores that require water use when it's raining outside. That's because I recently learned that my city, Milwaukee, has a shared sewer system - which means rainwater runoff, domestic sewage, and industrial wastewater collect in the same pipes.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New poo balls on Sydney beaches after revelation of huge fatberg stuck in treatment plant

Debris balls have washed up on Sydney's beaches after a weekend of heavy rain, with the objects found on Malabar beach next to a sewage treatment works and also in Botany Bay. Sydney Water erected a sign at Malabar beach warning of the potential pollution. This area may be affected by sewage debris balls, the sign states. Please do not touch any debris. We are cleaning the area and apologise for any inconvenience.
Environment
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Fatberg the size of four buses likely birthed poo balls that closed Sydney beaches and it can't be cleared

A large fatberg in the Malabar deepwater ocean sewer likely caused debris balls on Sydney beaches; repairing it requires months-long outfall shutdown and beach closures.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Milwaukee's Kevin Shafer on Circular Thinking in Wastewater Management

Municipal wastewater can be transformed into energy, fertilizer, and revenue through circular, co-digestion, and renewable strategies demonstrated by MMSD's Milorganite and digester programs.
#public-restrooms
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

FIRST ON amNY | NYC EDC puts out call for vendors to design new modular public restrooms | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

FIRST ON amNY | NYC EDC puts out call for vendors to design new modular public restrooms | amNewYork

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

If you're flushing the toilet with grey water, people should know': how China turned rain into an asset

A worker sweeps the track at the National Stadium during the 2008 Beijing Olympics, which was disrupted by heavy rain. Photograph: AFP/Getty Images The secret weapon is a network of capillary-like tubes that weave through the Bird's Nest's outer lattice, which are specifically designed to siphon away rainfall. The pipes channel rainwater into one of three underwater storage tanks, where it is filtered and prepared for recycling within the building.
Environment
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

How Molecular Odor Elimination Works at the Source - Social Media Explorer

AqueLyst approaches this challenge through odor elimination science, focusing on neutralizing odor-causing compounds at their origin. Rather than masking unwanted smells, the brand applies a science‑forward method that addresses odors at the molecular level. This approach reflects a shift away from traditional deodorizing practices and harsh chemical treatments, offering a responsible alternative for environments that require consistent, source-based odor control supported by practical chemistry and surface-safe formulations.
Environment
Environment
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Revealed: How much households face being hit with from new bin collection price hike

Panda Recycling will raise household bin lift charges by up to 9%, exceeding inflation and affecting thousands of households.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Plan to increase waste burning sparks backlash

Residents and Sutton Council oppose increasing waste burned at Beddington incinerator amid emission breaches, worsening smells, continuous lorry traffic, and a pending Environment Agency decision.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New filtration technology could be game-changer in removal of Pfas forever chemicals'

New filtration technology developed by Rice University may absorb some Pfas forever chemicals at 100 times the rate than previously possible, which could dramatically improve pollution control and speed remediations. Researchers also say they have also found a way to destroy Pfas, though both technologies face a steep challenge in being deployed on an industrial scale. A new peer-reviewed paper details a layered double hydroxide (LDH) material made from copper and
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Clean Harbors (CLH): The Environmental Services Moat is Expanding

Clean Harbors just locked in a $110 million contract for PFAS water filtration at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. This isn't just another project win. It's validation of the company's end-to-end PFAS solution: lab analytics, water filtration, site remediation, and most critically, high-temperature incineration disposal.
Environment
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Neutralizing Mold and Mildew Odors After Water Damage - Social Media Explorer

Persistent mold and mildew odors often linger long after water damage occurs, and odor-control products such as AqueLyst SpillMaster are designed to address these smells without relying on harsh chemicals. Addressing these odors without introducing harsh chemicals remains a challenge for many property owners and facility managers. AqueLyst, a brand focused on advanced odor elimination, offers a science-backed solution. Unlike conventional products that simply mask smells, AqueLyst uses molecular-level neutralization to target and eliminate the source of unwanted odors.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Foul or musty? German city of Ulm seeks volunteers to sniff out mystery odours

Ulm residents will log unexplained urban odours via a smartphone app linked to weather data for a year to help identify odour sources.
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