Food waste is a worldwide issue. While you may not be able to change the world, using a few sustainable practices at home can make a difference.
In honor of National Learn About Composting Day on May 29th, let's go over the basics of composting - a natural solution to food waste.
As the consumption of single-use plastics has increased as a result of the pandemic, so have the efforts of those working to mitigate this, like the 5 R Revolution! A subchapter of the Sierra Club, 5 R Revolution works to raise awareness to the plastic crisis and encourage people to adhere to the 5 Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rot! Read more to learn how they've responded to the pandemic.
Local food-waste pick-up service, Viva La Compost, has continued to grow and thrive, despite the pandemic. Read more to learn about how they continued to serve the Las Vegas community and lower its carbon footprint!