Compost markets grow with environmental applications

Article Abstract:

The use of compost in environmental applications, such as erosion control, biofiltration and bioremediation, is being intensively researched. Research sows that compost can often outperform traditional slope stabilization methods in erosion control. The benefits of compost in revegetation and reclamation of low quality soils include improved soil quality and reduced erosion. Bioremediation via composting is effective in degrading and changing certain contaminants.

Management, Bioremediation, Soil conservation

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Tapping potential for compost use in highway applications

Article Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation have launched a program to incorporate compost in state and local road construction processes. Compost can be used as roadside filter berms and other erosion-control applications; the article also provides information on compost content specifications for such uses.

United States, Statistical Data Included, Methods, Innovations, Road construction, Refuse and refuse disposal, Waste disposal, United States. Environmental Protection Agency, Highway engineering, United States. Department of Transportation

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Compost marketing trends in the U.S.

Article Abstract:

A survey of 32 composters taking part in the US Composting Council's Seal of Testing Assurance Program shows that homeowners and landscapers are the top markets.

Surveys, United States Compsoting Council

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