It is annoying when your food waste decomposes in your garbage bin. After all, you had to work very hard for that money. But why don’t you make good use of your banana peel by composting and feeding it back into the system? This is a wonderful way to save our planet. In addition, this is a splendid chance to go outdoors. Think about it as your personal mission. You save the planet leaf by soggy leaf.

First, go to the website of your local government and search for the Department of Public Works or Sanitation. Most often, the list of available drop-off sites is provided there. It is really easier than looking for your reading glasses. Drop-off sites are most probably located near the farmers’ markets or community gardens. You will be able to do two things at once – to compost and to buy fresh tomatoes.

In case you have difficulties finding information, use ShareWaste app. The app will assist you in connecting with the locals who have their own compost bins. It is similar to a dating site for decaying vegetables. You may make a lot of interesting acquaintances, especially worm farmers. To tell you the truth, worm farmers are the most friendly people in your neighborhood. They have an interesting attitude toward decay.

You may have to purchase a countertop pail. You should not choose a cheap plastic one. Instead, better invest ten dollars extra and buy a stainless steel bucket with a charcoal filter. Such a bucket will prevent your kitchen from turning swampery. We definitely do not need any biology experiments in our households. A happy bucket is a good bucket.

This method has one disadvantage. You will have to separate meat and dairy products from other waste. Community drop-off sites will most probably accept only fruit, vegetable, and coffee grounds. This is true, but disappointing. You will have to eat the leftover roast beef yourself. This is your sacrifice to Mother Nature. Put only apple cores in the bucket.

It is hard to begin composting. Once you get accustomed to it, however, it will become your routine activity. You will feel strange kind of pride while walking around your home with your compost bucket. It is a small act which matters. In addition, you will feel superior to your neighbors who are still using garbage. It makes everything worthwhile.