Cleaner Greener Hingham will be hosting a free beginner composting workshop at the Hingham Public Library on July 9th at 7pm. Composting is a great summer project for individuals, families, or neighborhoods looking to reduce their carbon footprint and food waste. And there is the added benefit of improved soil for gardeners!
Why compost at home?
Did you know that approximately 30% of our waste stream is compostable food scraps and paper? That means that 30% of what is thrown away in Hingham could be recycled, thereby reducing the amount of waste that residents pay to incinerate. In addition to helping the planet, composting at home is a way to control rising waste disposal costs by removing these items from our waste stream.
What do I need to get started?
Cleaner Greener Hingham's free composting workshop will teach you all you need to know to make compost in your backyard without attracting rodents or creating odors. If you’d like to purchase a specialized composting bin, the Hingham Department of Public Works sells subsidized compost bins for $25. Compost bins are available on a first come first served basis by visiting the office at 25 Bare Cove Park Drive. No equipment is necessary to participate in this workshop.