January – Join the Compost Revolution

When food waste is trapped in a landfill, it produces methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Utilizing the green bin diverts waste from the landfill to composting facilities and prevents the release of methane into our atmosphere. Change starts at home, and you can start by collecting your organics in a kitchen catcher and putting out the green bin weekly. Additionally, you can start your own backyard compost, turning food scraps into nutrient-rich soil to use in your garden. The County offers a Green Bin program and many resources on composting. To learn more, please visit Green Bin - Northumberland County and Backyard Composting - Northumberland County.