“Transforming Waste into Gold: The Benefits of Composting at Home for a Sustainable Future”

Jennifer Woods
8 min readFeb 14, 2023

I was watching a YouTube video on home/suburb/ composting. I always feel guilty about tossing food waste into the disposal or trash. I decided to do a deep dive into home composting and I am determined to get started this weekend!

Here are some good reasons to start composting, including:

Reduce waste: Composting is a way to divert organic waste from landfills, where it would otherwise decompose and release methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

Improve soil health: Compost is a nutrient-rich fertilizer that can improve soil health and increase plant growth. It can also help retain water and improve soil structure.

Save money: By creating your own compost, you can save money on fertilizer and soil amendments for your garden or lawn.

Reduce greenhouse gas emissions: Composting reduces greenhouse gas emissions associated with the transportation and manufacturing…

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Jennifer Woods
Jennifer Woods

Written by Jennifer Woods

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