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Curbside composting: Easy and convenient

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Waste & Recycling

Impact

Cost

Free

Did you know that over 51% of the waste that ends up in landfills is actually compostable? When organic waste is sent to a landfill, it generates methane—a harmful greenhouse gas—and wastes a valuable resource. Composting enriches the soil, providing nutrients for vegetables, flowers, perennial plants, and trees. Plus, healthy, living soil captures carbon from the atmosphere, contributing to a healthier planet.

Composting your food scraps can reduce your household waste by up to 50%, saving you money on trash collection while eliminating unpleasant odors from your trash bin. With less moisture in your waste, you can even line your bin with paper bags instead of plastic, keeping more plastic out of landfills. It’s truly a win-win!

Check out the STEPS TO TAKE and the DEEP DIVE sections for Q&A and to find out how it works. 

Steps to Take

Curbside Composting

  1. Check if your town offers curbside composting and which vendor they use.

  2. If your town partners with Black Earth Compost, register on their website and choose a subscription plan.

  3. Pick up a starter kit from your town, if available, or order one from Black Earth Compost.

  4. You may also purchase a countertop bin and compostable bags to collect food scraps indoors.

  5. Once registered, you will be assigned a collection day.

  6. Start collecting your food scraps!

Deep Dive

Can I Compost at Home?

Absolutely! If you have a backyard – no matter how small – and access to “browns” like leaves, you can set up a compost bin. By composting in your own yard, you eliminate unnecessary transportation and can directly use the nutrient-rich compost for your lawn, perennial plants, or vegetable garden. Check out these resources on the basics of composting from the EPA and the Rodale Institute. 

Can I compost if I live in an apartment or in a condo?  For those without a yard, vermicomposting, or indoor composting with worms, is a space-saving option. You can make your own bin or purchase one that has added convenience features through retailers. It is simple to do and makes for a fun science project for kids! 

Can I use the Town Composting Pick Up  Yes, it is available to households. You can drop your food waste at one of the town’s composting stations near Dog Park and the Police Station (free for residents) or put out curbside for the residential pick-up option through Black Earth (fee/cost paid for by resident).

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