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US Composting Council gets $4.4 million for compost application trials
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As part of a $90 million dollar investment in conservation efforts, the U.S. government prioritizes composting viability to increase adoption in agriculture.
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Innovative conservation and climate change programs get a boost as part of the Investing in America agenda. Here’s a rundown of the recent grant announcement and program priorities.
What is wishcycling?
September 4, 2023
Learn what “wishcycling” means and how to avoid it so you can make smarter recycling decisions.
What is greenwashing?
August 30, 2023
Learn what “greenwashing” means and how to spot it so that you can be a smart consumer.
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A new report shows more than five billion pounds of post-consumer plastic was acquired for recycling in 2021.
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