Composting cooperatives serve Boston area businesses
Article Abstract:
An overview is presented on the program implemented by Boston, Massachusetts, to compost industrial organic wastes using collection cooperatives. Topics include developing diversion systems for the cafeterias, kitchens and conference rooms of participating companies, and the cost savings resulting from reduced trash disposal fees.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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Emphasis on biosolids reuse and composting
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An overview is presented on Japan's processing of biosolids, or sewered municipal solid waste. The article includes 1998 percentages for biosolids sent to landfills, used for landscaping and agricultural applications, incorporated into construction material, or disposed in the ocean.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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Processing equipment retrofit at Florida composting facility
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An overview is presented on Palm Beach County, Florida's solid waste composting program. The program targets shredded yard trimmings and biosolids, which undergo stockpiling, drying, picking, and pre- and post-screening processes.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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