Why Compostable is the New Recyclable

It’s no secret that at KENT we’re major fans of composting -- it’s the best solution to diverting natural material and food waste from landfills and taking care of our planet’s health.   What is Composting? Composting is biological decomposition -- the process of turning organic waste (think: food scraps, leaves, etc.) into a valuable fertilizer that can be used to enrich soil and plants. Compost diverts organic waste from sitting in landfills and releasing excessive amounts of methane gases into the atmosphere. The compost process involves a combination of organic matter, nitrogen (‘greens’), carbon (‘browns’), air, and water (learn...