A number of diverse entrepreneurs and groups have started compost pick up services by bike, providing completely sustainable operations. The videos featured below come from locations across the country. One of the largest and most established services is in Austin, TX. Be sure to check out ‘Carter’s Compost’, about an 8 year old Michigan boy who started his own service. He’s informed, motivated and knows his business.
Below is a list of informative, inspiring, and entertaining video links about compost services by bike:
Compost Pedallers in Austin, TX:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGuehE5XM-g
Gainesville Compost, Gainesville, FL:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYWLsSYHxtA
Bootstrap Compost, Boston, MA:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9tyiT4sWYs
The Pedal Co-op, Philadelphia, PA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZnplxZQkQg&t=68s
Carter’s Compost (8 year old starts pick up business), Travers City, MI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0OulTZK3wg
Santa Cruz Community Compost, Santa Cruz, CA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEqzpA6epD4
This article submitted by Frank Blake, at frankblake@juno.com
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