Town pilots composting program

Residents of Oyster Bay who are looking to protect the environment and interested in composting are invited to take part in a pilot program which will take place throughout the summer. Participants will test the use of a compost bin in their backyards, and will be asked to complete weekly surveys. Participants will receive a discounted price for a compost bin.

The organic waste of Oyster Bay residents ends up in landfills — however, decomposing organic waste releases methane. Methane, both highly flammable and a potent greenhouse gas, damages the environment and contributes to anthropogenic climate change.

In an effort to create a composting system in Oyster Bay, a group of high-school students aim to collect data on composting through this pilot program. Participants with no composting experience are also welcome! Composting will be taught through comprehensive informational sessions.

If interested, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ eZB1tsKBpfLqbH129. For questions and concerns, please contact: tobcompost@gmail.com.

June 9, 2023