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26 Jun 2018

Upcoming Webinar: Detailing Successful Local Government Home Composting Programs

by Virginia Streeter | Date: 26 Jun 2018 | posted in: Composting | 0

Join us for a webinar on July 17th, 2018 at 2PM Eastern to dive into the details of our new report, Yes! In My Backyard: A Home Composting Guide for Local Government. The report advocates for home composting programs as one of the best opportunities to reduce food waste, especially as they can be implemented relatively quickly, and in areas lacking curbside organics collection or facilities to compost. Eleven programs were profiled, demonstrating that there is no one right way to implement a home composting program.… Read More

2 May 2018

Washington, D.C. Home Composting Bill Unanimously Passes City Council

by Brenda Platt | Date: 2 May 2018 | posted in: Composting, waste - composting, Waste to Wealth | 0

On May 1, 2018, Bill B22-0501 – Home Composting Incentives Amendment Act of 2018 unanimously passed the D.C. City Council. ILSR has supported and worked on this bill since it was first introduced by City Councilmember Mary Cheh. Home composting is an important part of any community’s strategy to recycle food scraps and yard trimmings. By cutting waste set out at the curb for municipal collection, home composting will save the City avoided costs in hauling and disposal site tipping fees. At the same, residents will enrich the soil in their own yards.… Read More

4 Apr 2018

Washington, D.C. Home Composting Bill Advances Thanks to ILSR’s Efforts

by Brenda Platt | Date: 4 Apr 2018 | posted in: Composting, Waste to Wealth | 0

On March 29th, 2018, the District of Columbia made an important step toward rolling out its own home composting program, when the Committee on Transportation and the Environment unanimously voted to recommend for approval Bill B22-0501 – Home Composting Incentives Amendment Act of 2018 to the full Council. … Read More