WHAT TO COMPOST

• All Food Waste: All leftover food, no oil or liquids.
• Soiled Paper Products: used napkins, paper cups, paper plates, etc.
• Plant-based Packaging (see the full list)

COMPOST LOCATIONS

• True Grits Dining Hall (all food waste is composted from the kitchen and used dishes)
• The Commons (labeled green slots in waste bins)
• The compost bin at the community garden (food waste only)

WHY COMPOST 

• Composting allows food and plants to decompose into fertile soil
• Waste decomposing in a landfill without oxygen creates methane – a greenhouse gas contributing to climate change.
• Learn more about composting at epa.gov!

Go Zero Waste at Your Next Event

• Request portable compost bins for events through work control!
• Choose compostable dishware and flatware for your next event
• Student groups can request a portable compost & recycling bin and pick up service through events services  
• The  SGA Green Paws fund allows student organizations to acquire plant-based compostable materials at no additional cost.