Composting
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Compostable Field Testing Program Secures Research Funding
A new phase of the Compostable Field Testing Program is underway, thanks to an initial $68,000 funding commitment from the Biodegradable Products Institute and Eco-Products.
Food Waste
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Detroit Sustainability Office Launches Compost Pilot
“By turning scraps into nutrient-rich soil, we’re not only reducing what ends up in landfills — we’re creating a circular system that supports local farms, healthier neighborhoods, and sustainable food production.”
AD & Biogas
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Generate Upcycle: Turning Food Waste Into Energy
Generate Upcycle generated 107 gigawatt-hours of renewable electricity and produced 490,000 gigajoules of RNG, in 2024.
Markets
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Introducing Municipal Planners To Composting And Compost Use
A new suite of resources on composting and compost use in California was created specifically for municipal and county planners. It includes a live link to a map of California Compost Feedstock and Capacity.
Climate
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Connections: Compost And Crime
Washington state reports a 60% reduction in recidivism because of its Sustainability in Prison programs at its correctional facilities. One of those programs is composting.
Policies + Regulations
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Date Labeling Bill Introduced In NYS
New York State Senate Bill S7618 is proposing uniform date labeling terms to help consumers better understand when food is safe to eat.