Analyzing the costs of composting strategies: A recent EPA report first estimates quantities of compostables in the MSW stream, then runs through various composting strategies to determine a cost/ton basis for diversion through each method
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The Organic Materials Management Strategies (OMMS) report released by the US Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Solid Waste, explores the potential for implementing composting strategies, such as home composting, grasscycling and institutional composting. A cost/ton was determined for each method, emphasizing the impact that proven strategies would have on reduction in the US waste stream.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 1998
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Vital signs on the international scene
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An overview is presented on 'Vital Signs 2001', a report on the world's environmental status published by the Worldwatch Institute. The report focuses primarily on organics management and its crucial role in achieving sustainable development and ecological balance.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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Waiting for the next garbage barge
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The Environmental Protection Agency plans to unite with the US Composting Council to promote the use of compost by local and state highway departments.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2000
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