Introduction
Kitchen scraps and garden waste can be a valuable resource. However, some communities are forgoing the use of trash cans and collecting their own compost.
In Victoria, Australia, a community came together to create a composting project that aims to reduce the amount of organic waste that goes to landfills.
The Problem of Green Waste
Australians generate about 14.6 million tonnes of organic waste each year, mostly garden clippings, food scraps, and timber. Half of it is collected in curbside bins.
Local councils across the country are looking for ways to divert more organic waste away from landfills and reduce the amount of greenhouse gases emitted.
The Community's Solution
The Victorian community created a composting project that collects organic waste from residences and turns it into fertilizer for gardens.
This project not only reduces the amount of waste that goes to landfills but also provides a valuable resource for local gardeners.
Conclusion
The fight against green 'waste' is an important challenge for communities around the world.
However, with the help of composting projects like the one in Victoria, it is possible to reduce the amount of organic waste that goes to landfills and create a valuable resource for gardeners.
Source / Reference: The Guardian Environment