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Get ready to learn about composting on Learn About Composting Day on May 29! This special day has been celebrated since the early 2000s, and it's an excellent opportunity to educate yourself and others about this simple yet effective way of reducing household waste. Composting helps reduce emissions from landfills, create nutrient-rich soil for growing plants and vegetables, and can even save you money in the long run by reducing your need for store-bought fertilizer.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>Learn About Composting Day was established in the early 2000s to raise awareness about the benefits of composting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread of the Practice</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 2011, about 5 million U.S. households composted at home, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Growing Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2015, composting in the U.S. helped to reduce carbon emissions equivalent to taking over 2 million cars off the road for a year.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Community Programs</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 2018, numerous city and county programs across the U.S. began providing compost bins and instruction, as well as pick up service for compostable material.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Composting Apps</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2020, educational apps like ShareWaste saw a surge in usage, connecting people who wish to compost their scrap food with those who have a compost bin.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start composting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some soil, leaves and food scraps, and begin to compost in your backyard or balcony. Composting is easy and a great way to reduce your carbon footprint.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out local workshops or events that promote composting. You can learn more about the process of composting and how it helps the environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your knowledge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the word about composting day to your friends and family. Offer to teach them how to start composting in their home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a clean up event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a clean up event in your neighborhood to collect organic waste for composting. This is a great way to help the environment and get people involved.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local farm</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to a local farm that uses composting as part of its sustainable farming practices. It’s a great way to see first hand how this important process works.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reduce Industrial Waste</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Composting helps to reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfills and incinerators, which can then be turned into fertilizer for plants. This not only reduces harmful emissions from these facilities but also offers a cost effective solution to dealing with food scraps and other organic materials.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Protect Our Environment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Composting prevents the release of methane gas, a potent greenhouse gas, from decaying organic matter in landfills. By composting instead of disposing organic waste in the garbage can, we can do our part to protect the planet and take meaningful steps towards reducing our carbon footprint.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Create Nutrient Rich Soil</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When organic material is broken down through decomposition, it produces soil that's rich in nutrients and beneficial microbes. This nutrient rich soil can then be used to create healthier plants, better yields and even tastier produce! Learning about composting gives us the knowledge we need to create this ideal environment for growing food.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Composting Helps Save Water</h3><p class='facts-content'>Compost can retain water effectively, which can reduce your need for watering your plants. Composting is a great way to save water and can even help during drought conditions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Composting Can Happen Nearly Anywhere</h3><p class='facts-content'>People often think that composting requires a large space, but you can start composting in any small container in your kitchen, balcony or backyard. The process is adaptable for different living conditions and resources.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nature's Recyclers Help the Composting Process</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from microorganisms, many visible creatures like earthworms, beetles, and centipedes contribute to the composting process, breaking down organic matter into nutrient-rich compost. This shows the vital role of biodiversity in maintaining healthy ecosystems.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Composting Can Reduce Household Waste By Up To 30%</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), composting can help reduce household waste by up to 30% or more. Composting not only decreases the volume of waste going to landfill but also reduces pollution from waste transportation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Composting Is An Ancient Practice</h3><p class='facts-content'>The practice of composting has been around for centuries and has been used in societies all over the world. It's an age-old method of recycling waste, simultaneously enriching soil for further plant growth.</p></div></div>
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