Compost by Jossette Sullivan https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4 brochure for compost presentation en-us 2022-05-10 19:46:48 UTC 2022-05-12 02:57:37 UTC hello@padlet.com Definition 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178250535 Composting is a natural process of recycling organic matter (leaves, food scraps) into a valuable fertilizer. It speeds up the process by providing an ideal environment for bacteria, fungi, other decomposing organisms which then allows the waste to becomes fertile garden soil/compost

]]> 2022-05-10 20:07:17 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178250535 What are Decomposers? 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178252677 Decomposers are organisms that break down the bigger decaying organic matter so that even smaller even microscopic organisms can break down the organic material 


]]> 2022-05-10 20:09:17 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178252677 Worms 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178257676 Worms are one of the most well known decomposers. They are important because they break up debris which makes it easier for other organisms in the compost food web to digest them. They also create pathways which help with aeration (allowing oxygen into the material) which is needed because oxygen is what makes the food waste helpful instead of harmful.

]]> 2022-05-10 20:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178257676 *millipedes and fungi essentially do the same thing as worms* 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178258290 2022-05-10 20:14:20 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178258290 Aerated Static Piles 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178303718 Waste is mixed in a large pile, loosely layered with bulking agents like branches, wood chips, or shredded newspaper to allow air to pass through the pile. A network of pipes underneath the pile either blows air into or sucks the air out of the pile.]]> 2022-05-10 20:54:52 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178303718 Windrows 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178305935 Waste is piled into long rows and aerated periodically by turning the piles. The ideal pile height is between 4 and 8 feet with a width of 14 to 16 feet.


]]> 2022-05-10 20:56:52 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2178305935 CAN: 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180365139 Cardboard
Coffee grounds and filters
Eggshells
Fruits and vegetables
Grass clippings/leaves/yard trimmings
wood
hair/fur
hay/straw

]]> 2022-05-12 01:31:10 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180365139 canNOT 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180365837 Black walnut tree leaves or twigs
coal/charcoal ash
Dairy products and eggs*
Diseased or insect ridden plants
fats,grease,lard,oils*
Meat or fish bones and scraps*
Pet feces or litter
Diapers or other hygienic products
Yard trimmings with chemical pesticides
Plastic, metal, glass, etc
Clean and recyclable paper

]]> 2022-05-12 01:31:45 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180365837 INdoor 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180400816 This can be done with a proper bin with a cover, this is important so it does not attract pests into your home. Keeping odors to a minimum by remembering to poke holes for aerobic decomposition is also important for this reason

]]> 2022-05-12 01:59:21 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180400816 OUTdoor 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180409122 This can be done with a bin, the recommended material seems to be cedar because it is weather and insect resistant. In outdoor composting, vermicomposting (composting with worms) is much more doable because most people do not want all those creatures in their home. It is also important to poke holes in this compost as well.]]> 2022-05-12 02:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180409122 Composting and Waste in NYC 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180419079 -New Yorkers produce 1.3 million tons of food waste each year

-NYC spends $1 billion dollars a disposing of food waste
 ]]> 2022-05-12 02:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180419079 *food waste is a huge emitter of greenhouse gases because when it is not composted and decomposes anaerobically, it produces methane. 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180421578 2022-05-12 02:15:09 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180421578 Curbside composting NYC info 22sullivanj https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180478399 2022-05-12 02:57:37 UTC https://padlet.com/22sullivanj/zkuf8ipbc0eb8mr4/wish/2180478399