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Introducing GreenBox Home Composting!

Writer: Tres the WizardTres the Wizard

Are you ready to make composting a breeze? GreenBox is here to revolutionize how you manage food scraps and yard waste with our convenient home composting service. Whether you’re new to composting or a seasoned pro, we’re here to help you create a greener tomorrow.


As a GreenBox Onsite Member, you have two simple options:


  1. Start Your Own Compost Pile: If you’re ready to compost at home, we’ll help you set up and maintain a thriving compost system.

  2. Let Us Handle It: Prefer to leave composting to the experts? No problem! We’ll take care of your compost for you.


Here’s how it works:We’ll provide you with a durable, easy-to-use 2-gallon bucket for collecting your food scraps and compostable materials. On your designated visit day, simply leave the bucket on your porch. Our team will pick it up, take care of the composting process, and leave you with a fresh, clean bucket ready for the week ahead. It’s that simple!


Here's a handy list of the things you can and can't include in your compost bucket:


What You Can Include

Kitchen Scraps:

  • Fruit and vegetable peels

  • Coffee grounds and filters

  • Tea bags (ensure they're not plastic)

  • Eggshells (crushed)

  • Nut shells (non-salted)


Yard Waste:

  • Grass clippings

  • Leaves

  • Flowers and plant trimmings


Brown (Carbon-Rich) Materials:

  • Shredded paper (non-glossy)

  • Cardboard (cut into small pieces)

  • Dried leaves

  • Sawdust (untreated wood)

  • Straw and hay


Other Natural Materials:

  • Hair and fur

  • Wood ash (in small amounts)



What You Can't Include

Food Waste:

  • Meat, fish, and poultry

  • Dairy products (milk, cheese, butter)

  • Greasy or oily foods

  • Cooked food scraps


Yard and Garden Waste:

  • Diseased plants

  • Weeds with seeds

  • Treated or painted wood


Non-Compostable Materials:

  • Plastic, metal, or glass

  • Styrofoam

  • Glossy or coated paper

  • Biodegradable plastics (often not home-compostable)


Harmful Substances:

  • Pet waste (e.g., dog or cat feces)

  • Chemically treated grass clippings

  • Charcoal or coal ash



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