Landfills are the largest source of human-generated methane emissions, which are incredibly detrimental to the environment. Not only does composting reduce landfill waste and emissions, but it can also provide you with great soil for your garden.

The best option is to start composting from your own home. The below information will help you get started, and provide you with local resources for composting in Seattle.

Composting at Home

• Learn more about how composting works and its benefits.

• Learn how to build a home composting system.

• Check out the different types of home compost bins.

• Read about handy composting aidsHand.

Seattle Composting Resources

• Seattle Public Utilities provides comprehensive information about composting in Seattle.

• World Changing Seattle offers information about what to compost and how to do it, no matter the size of your backyard.

• The Seattle Tilth is a non profit organization dedicated to inspiring gardening in Seattle, as well as composting.

• Learn how to build a worm bin and what materials you need to start turning kitchen scraps into rich soil for your garden.

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