Composting Initiative

Started spring of the 2022-2023 school year, this program has become our most impactful in combating the growing threat of climate change. Starting simply with the waste thrown out each lunch wave, we strive to cut our schools waste while also providing resource rich soil for communitys gardens and more.

How We Started Composting

Starting as early as the 2022-2023 school year, The Wilbur Cross Environmental Club sought a way to reduce our schools massive contributions to landfills. We quickly realized that much of our schools waste came from uneaten or wasted food. Mandating each student to take a lunch weather they want one or not created a dilemma among the students often leading to students throwing out perfectly good food. This accumulation of food waste led to a massive waste output, however, much of it was compostable. Once seeing the flaw in our schools system we sought to fix this problem by establishing our very own composting initiative. Each day members of the Environmental Club take time our of their lunch periods to walk around and collect compostable foods from the student body, reducing the schools waste output and taking one step towards a greener future for everyone!

How Composting Leads to a Greener Future

Reduces Waste

Our composting initiative plays a crucial role in diverting 999+ pounds of trash from landfills. By composting organic waste, such as food scraps and yard trimmings, the club significantly reduces the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. By diverting this substantial amount of waste, we promotes sustainable waste management practices. Our efforts contribute to a healthier environment and a more sustainable future for all.

Creates Soil for Trees

The planting of 6.6 seedlings from composted soil holds great significance in promoting environmental sustainability and ecosystem restoration. Composted soil is rich in nutrients and organic matter, providing an ideal environment for seedlings to thrive and grow. By utilizing composted soil, we enhance the fertility and health of the land, leading to successful reforestation efforts, urban greening projects, and agricultural practices.

Cuts Down on Carbon Emmisions

Diverting 880 metric tons of carbon dioxide from our environment through composting is of paramount importance. By composting organic waste instead of sending it to landfills, we prevent the release of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, during the decomposition process. This significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions helps to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change and promotes a more sustainable future.

Offsets Miles Driven

Offsetting 991 miles of driving through composting holds significant importance in reducing carbon emissions and mitigating the impacts of transportation on the environment. As the transportation industry continues to be the largest domestic contributor to climate change in the United States, we aim to reduce the amount of carbon we flood into our environment year in and year out.