Marco Bitran Celebrates New York City's "First Apartment Building Composting Program," Encourages Similar Projects

PHILADELPHIA, PA, May 21, 2013 (Press-News.org) As a green builder involved with the development of multi-family properties, Marco Bitran believes that today's projects must involve a high degree of eco-conscious construction and resources. While Bitran works to employ eco-friendly solutions into his projects--such as tankless water heaters and cellulosic foam insulation--he notes that there are many things that residents and communities can do to "go green" post-construction. For instance, Bitran is a strong proponent of composting, noting that it is an exceptional way for today's citizens to reduce waste and contribute to the environment.

According to a recent article from Multi-Housing News, this composting trend may be catching on in multi-family properties, a development that Marco Bitran is proud to see. The article explains, "The Helena apartment building on Manhattan's West Side is the first in New York City to offer residents regular food scrap collection through the city's Organics Collection Program, according to The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) and The Durst Organization."

Not only is the program noted to help divert waste, but it is also attributed with the ability to reduce emissions caused by waste removal efforts. Helena Durst of The Durst Organization explains in the article, "This will have tremendous environmental benefits because, instead of the waste being trucked hundreds of miles away, it can compost locally." As a professional who is passionate about waste reduction and recycling, Marco Bitran comments, "This development is great, because it shows that composting is a contribution anyone can make--whether they live in a single-family home or a multi-family apartment building."

The article explains that the composting program will allow residents to dispose of items, such as food scraps, tea bags, coffee grounds, paper materials, meat, plants and soiled tissues, in a more eco-friendly manner. Specifically, it states, "The residents of the Helena, located 601 W. 57th St., will divert approximately 35 percent of their waste from landfills to composting facilities."

While Bitran commends the program for its progressiveness, he notes that many people can take part in composting without the guidance of an organization. "It takes a little effort to compost, but once a homeowner or community has a plan in place, the rewards are immense. I strongly encourage all individuals to learn more about composting, as it is an exception way to not only contribute to the environment, but also learn about it," Marco Bitran concludes.

ABOUT:

Marco Bitran is interested in the development of property, as he applies a range of skills to ensure that the final product is one that is not only efficient, but built for a long-term positive impact. Today, Bitran, a graduate of MIT, works as a multi-faceted builder for a company that specializes in the development and management of multi-family real estate. However, unlike the typical multi-family property builder, Marco Bitran is focused on contributing to projects that are eco-conscious, youth-friendly and energy-efficient.