Reducing contamination in composting

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Julie Cook Kitchener Apr 14, 2025 12:44 pm
Hi all,    How can we reduce contamination in community compost bins? The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) sought to tackle this question in its latest webinar on the topi…

The Efficacy of the Block Leader Approach in Facilitating Composting

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MacMillan, J. (1995). The efficacy of the block leader approach in facilitating composting. Fredericton, New Brunswick: St. Thomas University.

Seeking Examples of Increased Diversion Rates Due to C&E or Program Adjustments

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Lydia Torbicki Thorold Jan 17, 2007 3:47 am
Hi all; We are trying to find examples of waste diversion programs which have a demonstrated/documented increase in participation rates (% tonnes captured, kg/hh/yr, etc.) base…

Home Composting Kitchen Wastes to Reduce Landfill Waste

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In 1995, the Village of Bellport adopted a pilot-composting program to test the feasibility of composting kitchen waste at home. Advantages include reducing landfill waste, loweri…

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