Why Composting?
Composting provides a simple and effective way to improve environmental health, enhance soil fertility, reduce waste, and contribute to climate change relief - all while supporting local food systems and sustainable practices.
Reduce Landfill Burden
Organic materials like food scraps and yard waste make up a significant portion of landfill waste. By composting, you divert these materials from landfills, reducing waste and the need for landfills.
Reduce Methane Emissions
When organic waste decomposes in landfills, it produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Composting helps reduce methane emissions because it allows organic materials to break down aerobically (w/ oxygen) rather than anaerobically (w/o oxygen), which produces much less methane
Improves Soil Health
Compost adds valuable nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to the soil improving soil fertility and supporting plant growth. Compost improves soil texture by making heavy soils lighter and more aerated, and it helps sandy soils retain moisture better.
Most importantly, compost introduces beneficial microorganisms that break down organic matter and improve soil health, enhancing nutrient cycling.
Conserves Water
Compost helps soil retain moisture, reducing the need for frequent watering. By improving soil structure, compost helps prevent soil erosion, which is particularly crucial for maintaining fertile land.
Reduces Chemical Fertilizers
Compost is a natural, organic alternative to chemical fertilizers. It provides slow-release nutrients that are absorbed by plants over time, reducing the need for synthetic chemicals that can harm the environment.
Helps Combat Climate Change
When organic materials are composted, they are turned into stable carbon forms that are stored in the soil, helping to sequester carbon and mitigate climate change. Composting is a low-carbon process compared to hauling organic waste to landfills or processing it into other forms of waste.
Support Local Food Systems
Compost is an excellent tool for home gardeners, providing a rich and sustainable source of nutrients that improves plant yields.
Composting supports urban agriculture! For communities with limited access to fertile land, composting can help grow food more sustainably in urban areas.
Educational Value for All
Composting teaches individuals and communities about sustainability, waste reduction, and environmental stewardship.
It encourages the idea of turning waste into resources, which is an important aspect of creating more sustainable societies.
We Make it Easy!
We know diverting your organic waste is a lifestyle adjustment but Indy Go Green makes composting hassle-free! We divert ALL food scraps and offer an extensive list of items we accept. You collect and we pick up! We clean your bucket at every pick up and replace your compostable liner. This is your call-to-action!