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Residential Composting & Foodservice Packaging: Eight Program Case Studies
This study examines the diversity of existing residential curbside collection programs for food scraps and compostable packaging. FPI analyzed eight exemplary programs to gain a deeper understanding of their key features, identify the main challenges they face, and highlight their successful strategies.
Henderson County Public Schools’ Composting Program for Food Scraps and Compostable Foodservice Packaging Enhanced
The pilot composting program diverted 38 tons in year one and 47 tons in year two, including items like compostable paper trays, containers, and napkins. The inclusion of these compostable items in the program assisted in capturing more food scraps and further reduced quantities of landfilled packaging material.
CompostAble Chicago Study
FPI and partners have released the CompostAble Chicago study report, which aimed to understand how the use of compostable foodservice packaging might correlate to increased capture of food scraps and reduced contamination.
Managing Compostable FSP Webinar
Watch a webinar on "Managing Compostable Foodservice Packaging," which included speakers from FPI, the Biodegradable Products Institute, National Restaurant Association, and U.S. Composting Council.
Compostable FSP Literature Review
Check out resources related to the impacts to the composting value chain when introducing compostable foodservice packaging.
Study of North American Composting Facilities
FPI conducted a study of North American composting outlets for both residential and business generators of source separated organics. The purpose of the study was to identify composters accepting food scraps and to understand which facilities are willing and able to accept various compostable packaging materials.
Field Study on FSP as Compost Facility Feedstock
FPI, along with the Biodegradable Products Institute, funded a study to determine whether compostable foodservice packaging can be effectively used as a feedstock in commercial composting facilities. The results showed that these items performed as well as wood and other traditional feedstocks.
Compostable FSP Info Sheet
An overview of compostable packaging, residential collection, composter acceptance, and frequently asked questions.
Find a Composter/Anaerobic Digestion Facility
There are a growing number of composters in the U.S. and Canada who accept foodservice packaging.
