Food scraps and yard waste together currently make up more than 28 percent of what we throw away. This organic matter ends up in landfills, where it takes up space and releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Thinking about home composting can be intimidating, but it is much easier than you think.

January is all about new beginnings, this blog is aimed at waste reduction newbies. BUT, don’t let that put you off if you don’t class yourself as a beginner. You never know what eco habits might have fallen by the wayside, we could all use a refresher, myself included.