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Environment

The Science of Composting

Long before our modern-day waste management techniques were invented, nature relied on a simple solution to turn organic food scraps into nutrient-rich soil. Composting, the process of converting organic materials into soil through natural decomposition, is an effective method for turning your waste into something useful. There are four essential components to understand about the science of composting: the three thermal phases, greens-to-brown ratio, oxygen content, and water content. Starting off with temperature, “thermophilic” composting helps provide the correct climate

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Food Waste Recycling

Irvington high schoolers’ experience at Outside2Inside

How can one person make a difference in the global fight against climate change? That is the question we, Diya Kavasseri, Wendy Li, and Russell Sue asked ourselves as we embarked our journey with Outside2Inside. What started out as a simple project for us turned into an exciting opportunity to make a difference. As we researched climate change, we quickly learned that the greenhouse gasses emitted from food waste in landfills are one of the most harmful and preventable parts

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Food Recovery

Food Waste Recovery Programs Revolutionizing Hunger Relief

Within our human nature, we often grapple with the age-old philosophical question: Can the actions of one person truly make a difference? When it comes to a single meal, the unequivocal answer is a resounding “yes.” In an age where hunger and food waste are widespread concerns, the solution lies within the innovative domain of food recovery programs. These initiatives underscore the impact of individual choices and represent a collective effort to address two pervasive global issues: the scourge of

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