Guam EPA aims to expand composting programs to cut landfill waste
The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expanding composting programs to reduce landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions. Organic waste comprises 27% of landfill contents, contributing to pollution. Current initiatives include food recovery partnerships, such as Hyatt’s program for feeding the hungry, and using waste for livestock feed. Composting facilities, like Manhita Farms, provide affordable options for residents. Recent efforts include processing Typhoon Mawar debris into compost. The agency seeks funding to grow these programs, integrating them with Guåhan Sustainable Culture’s community composting. Officials stress the urgency of waste reduction as landfill capacity diminishes. Learn more about efforts to reduce landfill waste.
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