What are the benefits of recycling food?

Not only do food and organic wastes have large economic impacts in terms of disposal costs, they also have immediate environmental impacts. read more

Recovering and recycling food waste diverts organic materials from landfills thus reducing these emissions. The use of recycled food waste as compost improves soil health and structure; increases drought resistance; and reduces the need for supplemental water, fertilizers, and pesticides. read more

Composting Benefits. There are multiple benefits to composting food and organic waste: Economic Benefits. By composting food and organic waste, businesses should be able to reduce the size of their traditional waste containers or reduce the frequency of pick-ups or both, which will lower the cost of traditional waste hauling. read more

A Better Choice: Climate Change Benefits of Recycling & Composting Composting is an effective way to reduce greenhouse gases. By composting, the generation of greenhouse gases, particularly methane, is avoided. read more