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Industrial composting in municipalities is an effective method of processing biowaste from households, garden and green waste and other biodegradable materials. During composting, this biowaste is biodegraded on a large scale under controlled conditions to produce high-quality compost.
Many local authorities are required by law to meet waste quotas and environmental targets for waste management. Composting household waste can help meet these targets by reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill and promoting sustainable waste management. The compost produced from household waste composting can be utilized as a valuable end product. Local authorities can sell the compost or use it for landscaping, soil improvement and agricultural purposes, which can generate additional income or reduce the cost of purchasing fertilizer.
Collection and separation
Biowaste is collected from households, public institutions and other sources and transported to a central composting facility. The waste is shredded, screened and, if necessary, separated from contaminants such as plastic, glass or metal.
Composting process
The biowaste is arranged in large piles or windrows and turned regularly to ensure even aeration and moisture distribution. Microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi decompose the organic materials during the composting process, generating heat. This heat kills pathogens and accelerates the decomposition of the organic materials.
Maturation and sieving
Once the composting process is complete, the resulting compost is stored to mature. This aging process allows the compost to stabilize and fully decompose. The compost is then screened to remove coarse materials and produce a uniform, high-quality compost.Biowaste management
Municipalities generate large amounts of biowaste, including food waste, yard waste, and green waste. Composting is an effective way to manage this waste by turning it into high-quality compost that can be used as a soil amendment in parks, green spaces and public gardens.
Reduction of landfill waste
By composting biowaste, local authorities can significantly reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfill. This not only helps to extend the life of landfill sites, but also reduces the environmental impact of landfill and the emission of greenhouse gases such as methane.Promoting the circular economy
Composting promotes the principles of circular economy by turning biowaste into valuable resources. The compost produced closes the nutrient cycle, contributes to soil health, and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.
Eco-friendly disposal of green waste
Municipalities regularly need to dispose of green waste such as grass clippings, leaves and branches. Instead of burning or landfilling these green waste materials, municipalities can compost them and use or sell the locally produced compost. The resulting compost is a valuable soil amendment that increases the nutrient content of the soil, improves soil structure, and increases the soil's ability to retain water. The compost can therefore help increase soil fertility and promote plant growth.
Public participation and environmental awareness
Implementing composting programs in communities can help raise environmental awareness and encourage participation in waste separation and recycling. Education and information campaigns can communicate the benefits of composting and encourage community participation in composting initiatives.