OUR STORY
A tech team of General Assembly grads, we wanted to fuse our powers of engineering, data and design to give back to Mother Nature. A mutual interest in sustainable cities led to a focus on composting, a movement that helps both people and planet as it grows by the day! Want to join us?
FAQ
What is composting? Why is it called “black gold?”
It is being turned into black gold—so called because compost, the mixture of decayed organic matter, is valuable as a nutrient-rich soil additive. In the United States, however, less than 3 percent of food waste is composted.
How can I use compost in my garden?
Compost can be thought of as a natural fertilizer & soil booster. Add it into your flower beds, mix it into potting soil indoors & out or sprinkle it on top of tree beds & lawns. Your plants will thank you!
How does composting actually help the environment?
Composting adds nutrients and fosters the growth of beneficial microorganisms, insects and earthworms. It also helps to minimize wind and water erosion both by holding onto moisture in the soil and by encouraging healthy root growth
What sort of businesses do we partner with?
The website has a number of applications that are effective for operating a food scraps collection service. Please find local businesses near you by using the map.
I just found a new compost site. How do I add it?
Send us an email through the text box located in the footer, and we will verify the site and update our information accordingly.
