Friday, 10 May 2019

[WardFive] This Saturday: Free Kitchen Caddies and Compost Soil Samples

This Saturday: Free Kitchen Caddies and Compost Soil Samples

In recognition of International Compost Awareness Week, the Department of Public Works (DPW) will be offering free kitchen caddies and compost soil samples at food waste drop-off locations this Saturday, May 11. The caddies and compost will be available to the first 50 participants at each location. Find open locations HERE

Since Mayor Bowser launched the food waste drop-off program in 2017, the District has collected more than 527,916 pounds of organics from more than 83,584 participants in all eight wards. Food waste is the single largest component going into landfills, and landfills are the third largest source of methane in the U.S., according to the USDA. Diverting food waste from landfills and turning it into compost contributes to a greener and healthier planet.

 

Have a great weekend,

Kevin

 

Kevin B. Twine

Staff Assistant

Office Of The Director

Department Of Public Works (DPW)

2000 14th St., NW, 6th Floor

Washington, DC 20009

Ph: 202-673-7084

DPW: 202-673-6833

Fax: 202-202-671-0642

kevin.twine@dc.gov

www.dpw.dc.gov

 


May is National Foster Care Awareness Month. Put your positive parenting super powers to work for a District child or youth in need of foster care. Contact DC Child & Family Services Agency, 202-671-LOVE (5683).

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