What is organic waste?
Organic waste is material that comes from living organisms such as, but not limited to, food, food...
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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...
Can I put my food scraps in plastic bags and put that in the organic container?
The use of plastic bags is highly discouraged as it creates a challenge to ensure food waste...
What happens to the food waste that is collected by a waste hauler?
Food waste collected by a hauler is transported to a permitted organic waste processing facility that creates...
Are there training or educational outreach materials available to train others on what materials are collected in the organic waste container?
Yes, education and outreach materials about what can be collected in your waste containers is available from...