Organic waste — food scraps, vegetable market waste and garden trimmings — makes up a large share of municipal waste in Bangladesh. Sent to a landfill, it produces methane and leachate. Composted, it becomes a valuable soil conditioner.
Where composting works well
- Factory canteens and residential campuses
- Hospitals, schools and universities
- Housing societies and community projects
- Vegetable and fruit markets
The basics
Good compost needs a balance of green material (food waste) and brown material (dry leaves, paper), enough moisture and regular turning to let air in. Covered bins, pits or windrows can be used depending on the volume.
Segregation makes it possible
Composting only works if organic waste is kept separate from plastic and other rubbish. Clearly marked bins and short staff briefings are essential.
The benefits
- Less waste to collect and transport
- Compost for gardens and landscaping
- Lower greenhouse gas emissions
- A visible, practical sustainability project
We design waste management systems that include composting for campuses, industries and communities.
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