scientists unveil process that makes biodegradable plastics truly compostable

by | Apr 22, 2021 | Home Gardening

… these compostable plastic bags, utensils and cup lids among others don’t break down during typical composting and contaminate other recyclable …

Earth Day 2021— Ecologically conscious villagers share efforts

by | Apr 22, 2021 | Home Gardening

As composting expert Matthew Lawson said, “We can have a big impact as individuals and as a community.” Kat Walter noted that when people come …

Sprouts and Sprigs – Composting: Out with the Old, In with the New

by | Apr 22, 2021 | Home Gardening

By Mary LaFrance. This weekend I took full advantage of the nice weather to do some outside projects, like rebuilding my compost bin. Composting is …

Going green in NYC with electric school buses, composting, and a big oil lawsuit

by | Apr 22, 2021 | Home Gardening

… Bill de Blasio announced some big efforts to go green in the city like electric school buses, the return of composting, and a big lawsuit against big oil.

Forest Hills City Council Candidate Demands Citywide Composting

by | Apr 22, 2021 | Home Gardening

In an op-ed, Aleda Gagarin, a District 29 City Council candidate running on an environmental platform, demanded mandatory composting in NYC. Kayla …

Bloomingdale schools team up to encourage composting for Earth Month

by | Apr 22, 2021 | Home Gardening

Two students from Erickson and DuJardin elementary schools talk about their efforts to encourage composting and come together for a healthier …