Join the PA Resources Council in celebrating national “Learn About Composting Day” by taking part in a free statewide Backyard Composting webinar on Wednesday, May 29, at 6 p.m. 

The 45-minute Backyard Composting “crash course” is an abridged version of PRC’s Backyard Composting class covering the basics of composting, including placing a bin, feeding and managing your compost setup, and determining when your compost is finished.

“The annual ‘Learn About Composting Day’ reminds us that we can act every day to reduce our environmental impact,” according to PRC Executive Director Darren Spielman.  “Food is the largest portion of the American waste stream by weight. Composting food scraps and yard waste reduces greenhouse gas emissions and produces a valuable resource.”

Advance registration is required for the free May 29 webinar.  Click Here to register.

“According to the EPA, an average person creates 4.4 pounds of waste each day, and much of this waste can be recycled in some fashion, including composting,” said Spielman.  “PRC is proud to help Pennsylvanian’s become environmental stewards by teaching them how to waste less and reuse and recycle more.”

For an expanded introduction to composting, register for one of PRC’s ongoing Backyard Composting webinars or workshops.  The $70 course fee includes an 82-gallon compost bin. 

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            PRC is Pennsylvania’s oldest grassroots environmental organization founded in 1939.  PRC has worked to protect resources for future generations through environmental education, recycling, waste diversion programs, anti-litter campaigns, watershed and other initiatives.

[Posted: May 23, 2024]

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