How should I dispose of food waste and how do I prevent it from smelling bad?
Options to dispose of food waste and reduce odors are: Line your container with readily available organic...
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How can I keep my organic waste bin clean and prevent it from smelling bad?
Some tips to keep organic waste bin clean and reduce odors: Drain excess liquid from your food...
Is my food establishment required to provide waste bins for customers?
Commercial food establishments that sell products meant for immediate consumption are required to provide bins to customers...
Do businesses have other options to manage food waste?
Yes, businesses may self-haul their food waste to a permitted organic waste processing facility such as a composting...
Can I or my business be held liable for the food that I donate?
No. The Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act protects donors from liability and encourages...
Will there be any waivers/exemptions from organic waste collection service?
Residential customers already receive a default 3-cart service; thus, there is no need to decline the converted...
What is organic waste?
Organic waste is material that comes from living organisms such as, but not limited to, food, food...
What can we put in our Organic waste bin?
Schools can dispose of food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard trimmings in their organic waste bin.
Why are schools required to separate organic waste from the rest of our trash?
When organic waste is buried in a landfill and decomposes, it releases methane, a greenhouse gas that...
What organic waste materials are acceptable and prohibited by our waste hauler?
Organic waste collection services may vary slightly depending on the area you are in and what is...