What You Need to Know
Composting involves a 3-stage process: collection, decomposition, and maturation, with ideal temperatures between 130°F to 140°F (54°C to 60°C) and optimal decomposition occurring between 50°C to 60°C. This process can reduce food waste by 50-70% and greenhouse gas emissions by up to 20%.
Steps
- 1.
Japanese Bokashi (Japan): Anaerobic fermentation using EM cultures
- 2.
French Compostage de Cuisine (France): Municipal-scale food waste recycling
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Indian Mitti Compost (India): Vermicomposting with native earthworms
The Science
Primary Reaction
Aerobic decomposition