Cagwin & Dorward Landscape Contractors

Methane (CH4) is the primary component of natural gas. Although it only remains in the atmosphere for approximately 9-15 years, unlike carbon dioxide's (C02) 100 years, Methane is over 20 times more effective in trapping heat in the atmosphere CO2.

Around 3% of the greenhouse gas emissions through methane is released by decomposing bio-degradable wastes. A recent study in Sonoma County shows that 30% of the residential waste stream is food waste, totaling about 800 tons per week. Other cities in the Bay Area most likely have similar stats.

Recycling organic waste like composting for your garden, can help eliminate this problem. About Composting

Benefits of compost are:

Reduces erosion and water run off
Improves water holding capacity, reducing water loss
May control or suppress certain soil-borne plant pathogens
Improves the soils ability to hold nutrients for plant use
Supplies beneficial microorganisms
Can bind and degrade specific pollutants

Many waste companies now allow you to put your food waste into your green waste bin!!

Here’s how Santa Rosa does it… heck with your city's disposal company to see how they participate!

Becoming Part of the Solution ... GO! Team:
Allison, Brooke, Dennis, Hannah, Khrysti & Robin Roman

GO! - Carbon Conscious Challenge - Recycle Your Organic Waste