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New Haven Secures $3M Grant for Curbside Composting Expansion

11/8/2025

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New Haven, Connecticut, receives a $3 million state grant to expand curbside composting with outreach on color-coded bags.
The program aims to cut disposal costs and boost sustainability, with savings expected versus current trash incineration.
Steve Winter, Climate & Sustainability Director, advocates the plan, including Southington food-waste composting and a potential local processing facility.
Rollout is expected by late 2026 or early 2027, with ongoing support for local composting businesses.

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Story summary

New Haven, Connecticut, receives a $3 million state grant to expand curbside composting with outreach on color-coded bags.
The program aims to cut disposal costs and boost sustainability, with savings expected versus current trash incineration.
Steve Winter, Climate & Sustainability Director, advocates the plan, including Southington food-waste composting and a potential local processing facility.
Rollout is expected by late 2026 or early 2027, with ongoing support for local composting businesses.