DCCI Community COmposting program

Community composting is the act and process of community members participating in compost making by utilizing the organic materials considered "waste" that are generated within their homes.  Community composting keeps the process and product as local as possible while engaging the community through participation and education. It is a way to close the loop in our food system which benefits our local environment while connecting and empowering the community. 

Delaware is running out of landfill space and 25% of landfill material is food waste most of which is generated in residential homes. Climate change is still a real problem that is exacerbated by green house gas production from food and organic wastes in landfills. Community composting offers one solution to these issues that people can be a direct part of. Sometimes the overwhelm of negative news about the environment can paralyze us and the cure is to take action. We can do this TOGETHER and make a difference while building community strength and resilience.