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New Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) Project
New Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) Update (1/29/2026) The new Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) construction is underway! Follow our progress through the photo gallery below. We…
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A Future Built On Batteries – Resources
Check out the life cycle of batteries in this 30-min webinar about where they come from, where they go when they are kaput, and why recycling batteries is important.
First Steps for a Greener Workplace in the New Year!
The new year is a great time to set sustainability goals! While long-term initiatives take time and commitment, progress does not have to feel…
Scrapping Textile Waste: Clothing, Linens & Mattresses
Explore the full life cycle of household textiles and mattresses — why they often end up in landfills, how they can be recycled or…
A More Sustainable Season: Three Reasons to Shop Local and Quick Ideas for Last Minute Gifts
The holiday season brings celebration, generosity, and plenty of shopping lists. It is also one of the busiest times for shipping out packages. U.S.…
From Scraps to Soil: Take a Peek Behind the Pile at CSWD’s Composting Facility!
Ever wonder what happens to your banana peels, apple cores, and lawn clippings after they leave your kitchen or curbside bin? At the CSWD…
Keeping Bears at Bay While Composting
Photo Credit: Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department, Living with Black Bears With the start of summer, wildlife in Vermont is active—including bears. With their…
Backyard Composting Workshop
Ready to kick start your home compost bin? Here’s a handy list of compost-boosting resources packed with tips, tools, and how-tos to help you turn scraps into healthy soil like a pro.
Organics Recycling Facility, home of Green Mountain Compost Tour
Resources for using the Organics Recycling Facility, home of Green Mountain Compost. What's accepted, where to drop-off food scraps, and the fabulous soils available.
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