Urban composting covers the ways city dwellers keep food scraps out of the waste stream despite limited space. It often combines small-scale home systems with community or municipal collection.
How it works
Many cities and towns run drop-off sites or curbside organics collection. Residents can also use worm bins or sealed containers at home. The EPA highlights community-scale composting as an important part of reducing wasted food.
Pros and cons
Urban systems make composting accessible at scale, but availability depends on local programs. In Central New Jersey, Torus provides free curbside pickup. Check the cities we serve.