One of the easiest things we can do to help reduce our impact on the environment is reduce the amount of food we waste – and Mornington Peninsula Shire is making it even easier.
“Not everyone can afford an electric car or solar panels, but reducing the amount of food we put in the rubbish bin is something we are all able to do,” the Shire said in a statement. “When food and other organic waste is sent to landfill, it creates methane, a greenhouse gas 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide.”
On top of that, the Shire says, the average household wastes $2000-$3800 worth of food every year, so reducing your food waste is not only better for the planet, it’s better for your wallet too.
It’s International Compost Awareness Week from May 1-7, and to celebrate the Shire is increasing its rebate on compost bins for all residents all this month. Every household – including those with green and food waste bins – as well as child centres and schools are eligible for the rebates. Go to www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/compost to view a full list of products, receive technical support, and order your discounted compost, worm farm or bokashi systems.
Also during International Compost Awareness Week, the Shire is running workshops at which you can meet a compost expert and learn how to get the most out of your compost. The workshops are at Blairgowrie Community Garden on Wednesday, May 4, from 10-11.30am; Somerville Community House on Friday, May 6, from 1.30-3pm; and The Briars on Saturday, May 7, from 10.30am-noon.
“Take climate action and get your vegie patch and garden thriving,” the Shire says. “Composting does it all!”
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