The WRWMC has a location on site for collecting compostable and organic materials. There is a location for brush (tree branches, stumps, etc.) and another location for compostable materials. There is no charge for these materials. They are used by our partner AlternativeRoot and processed into environmentally friendly, stable, and life sustaining compost. For more information about AltRoot and their process, you can visit their page here or their website at altroot.ca.
Accepted Compost Materials:
- Plants/grass clippings
- Leaves
- Small quantities of food waste
- Food soiled paper (e.g., used coffee filters)
- Certified compostable bags
- Small quantities of pet waste
Prohibited Materials in the brush & compost areas:
- Plastic bags
- Glass
- Metal
- Diapers
- Rubber bands, twist ties, and produce stickers
- Lumber (can be taken to landfill or garbage bins)
