New York City has pioneered organic waste landfill alternatives by turning food scraps and yard waste into a thriving ...

A recent law now requires municipalities to verify on-site composting before exempting properties from biowaste collection, using photos or other checks.

Simon Akeroyd has shared important advice on the best use of tea bags outdoors and why they shouldn't go directly in compost ...

Rep. Jessica LaMontagne became interested in natural funerals after witnessing a loved one’s home burial in Vermont. “I was really quite moved by the experience,” she said Thursday, Jan. 23, ...

If you see one cockroach near an outdoor water faucet, or running under some bark mulch, there are hundreds more. You don't ...

Burial and cremation come with some pretty major environmental problems. Both involve huge amounts of energy, resources and ...

Instead of throwing out your used coffee grounds, combine them with this pantry staple for a kitchen cleaner perfect for tackling bad odors and stuck-on messes.

The German term "hugelkultur" describes a technique that involves creating a raised bed by using a base of decaying wood and other organic materials.

Amanda Weidner of the Pueblo County CSU Extension Office writes about the benefits of composting and provides some tips on getting started.

Learn simple, practical steps to start composting at home and turn kitchen scraps into nutrient rich garden soil, boosting plant health and reducing waste.

Minnesota families have a new option for end-of-life care of a loved one. Local funeral homes are now offering the service ...

Keep Compost Local outlines how local governments can partner with community composters to advance composting goals.