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Composting
Approximately 36% of residential waste going to our landfills is made up of kitchen and yard waste. In fact, in studies undertaken by the Association, we found that in areas where there is no user pay program in place, the organic materials accounted for as much as 63% of the waste stream. We can divert this waste from entering landfills by using composters to return the nutrients back to the earth through the process of composting. Composting can be done at home to reduce your personal volume of trash, conserve water, increase plant growth, and replace the need for harsh chemicals.
Here you will learn more about the benefits of composting, how to compost, the types of wastes to compost, and tips for effective composting. Types of composters are laid out here with pictorial and text description. The strengths and weaknesses of each are discussed, and also find out where you can get one. Different types of homemade composters and how to construct them is also provided. Solutions to common composting problems are also discussed, as well as an easy to follow guide for building your own vermicomposter. For more information, you can download the following handouts (Compostable Info or Troubleshooting Info) or navigate through the links on the left.
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