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REPORT ON COMPOSTING PRACTICES IN THE U.S.

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THE VOICE OF THE COMPOST INDUSTRY


MISSION

The US Composting Council advances compost manufacturing, compost utilization,
and organics recycling to benefit our members, society, and the environment.
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DIVERSITY

The USCC is committed to growing diversity, equity, inclusion and access (DEIA)
within the organization and throughout the compost industry by
institutionalizing DEIA in our operations and initiatives.
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PROGRAMS


CONNECTING YOU WITH RESOURCES, NETWORKING, & TOOLS TO PROMOTE COMPOST
NATIONWIDE.

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ADVOCACY

The ground beneath our feet—amended with rich microbes that encourage plant
growth and sequester carbon—is the reason we are here. We are also businesses,
organizations, and individuals whose livelihoods come from this life-giving
work.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Designed to develop and administer national, valid, credible, vendor-neutral
certification programs for organics recycling professionals which enhance the
profession of organics recycling facility management and in turn benefit the
community business and environmental outcomes.

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SEAL OF TESTING ASSURANCE PROGRAM

Compost use and selection decisions consider many factors, and therefore are not
one-size-fits-all. The Seal of Testing Assurance (STA) Program helps you make
the best decision for your application by providing the 3 C’s: Clarity,
Consistency, Confidence

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ANNUAL CONFERENCE

The USCC’s Annual Conference and Tradeshow is the premiere professional meeting
for composting, organics recycling, and related topics.

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MEMBERSHIP

We have been about green entrepreneurship since we began in 1990; now, more than
ever, compost manufacturers, compost users, their industry suppliers and
supporters, and the policy makers, compost researchers and advocates make up the
unique community of businesses and organizations who divert resources from
disposal and sequester carbon with life-sustaining soil.

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If you're passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact on the
environment, then the US Composting Council is the organization for you.


EXPLORE THE USCC


COMPOST ACTION CENTER

The ground beneath our feet—amended with rich microbes that encourage plant
growth and sequester carbon—is the reason we are here. We are also businesses,
organizations, and individuals whose livelihoods come from this life-giving
work.


COMPOST UNIVERSITY

Whether you want to gain new knowledge, earn continuing education credits, or
obtain or maintain certifications, Compost U has resources to assist you. Those
new to the profession can start their career with confidence.


CORPORATE COMPOST LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

Be part of the USCC's Corporate Compost Leadership Council, launched in Q12020.
Through your participation you’ll get an opportunity to put your brand promise
towards a more sustainable future.


USCC NEWS


USCC WEIGHS IN ON TWO FEDERAL INITIATIVES

The USCC filed comments for the Biden Administration's Draft National Strategy
for Reducing Food Loss and Waste

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USCC, EREF RELEASE REPORT ON COMPOSTING PRACTICES IN THE U.S.

The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) has released a new
report entitled Composting State of Practice: Results from a National Operations
Survey.

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NEW AWARDS CATEGORIES HIGHLIGHTED AT USCC AWARDS

New Awards Categories, Curbside Composting Program, and Individual Excellence
Awards Among Highlights at USCC Awards

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USCC Newsroom


EVENTS


YOUNG PROFESSIONALS HAPPY HOUR

The virtual YP Happy Hour happens on the first Thursday of every month, RSVP
below to receive details on how to join. Make new friends and colleagues who
share an interest in composting and sustainability!


TMECC (CREF), CAP & THE CTDS: THE BACKBONE OF THE USCC SEAL OF TESTING ASSURANCE
PROGRAM

Join a panel of experts to learn more about the foundation of the STA program
and the ongoing work to ensure the efficacy and accuracy of the data provided on
the Compost Techincal Data Sheet


DON’T SPOIL THE SOIL: THE CHALLENGE OF CONTAMINATION AT COMPOSTING FACILITIES.

The Composting Consortium and its Industry Partner, USCC, invite you to attend
the virtual launch of the report, Don’t Spoil the Soil: The Challenge of
Contamination at Composting Facilities.

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2/21/2024USCC, EREF Release Report on Composting Practices in the U.S.

2/15/2024USCC Annual Awards Announced at COMPOST2024

12/12/2023Changes and Growth in Staff at US Composting Council

11/30/2023How to Add a Sub-Account or Register a Sub-Account for Events

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list, or follow the link for our interest list.
The YP Steering Committee hosts this quarterly call for all Young Professionals
and committee leads to discuss planning efforts and future events.
Jumpstart or expand your career in the composting industry by taking part in one
of the world's most renowned professional training courses. With over 50
trainings historically conducted across the United States, the Compost
Operations Training Course (COTC) and its graduates have an outstanding
reputation, and many students proclaim it "the best course I've ever taken."

3/18/2024 » 3/22/2024
SOLD OUT - Sonoma County, CA - Compost Operations Training Course 2024

4/1/2024
USCC Young Professionals Quarterly Call | Spring 2024

4/22/2024
From Bud to Blend: Compost Opportunities in Cannabis Cultivation

5/13/2024 » 5/17/2024
Grand Junction, CO - Compost Operations Training Course 2024




CONTACT US

US Composting Council
Physical Address:
1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd., Suite 115
Raleigh, NC 27604

Mailing Address:
PO Box 19246
Raleigh, NC 27619

tel: 301-897-2715

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