Charleston Reporter

The City of Charleston and Charleston County Government have announced the expansion of their composting program with the opening of six new compost drop-off sites on Friday, March 1st. According to Katie McKain, Director of Sustainability for City of Charleston, "Expanding this program makes composting easier and more accessible for residents, which is key for widespread adoption."

The six new drop-off locations are strategically placed across different areas to enhance convenience for residents. Some of the locations include Johns Island Library, Reva Ridge Drive on Johns Island, Randolph Park in West Ashley, Moultrie Playground downtown, Singleton Park on the upper peninsula, and Lonnie Hamilton Public Services Building in North Charleston.

Chairman Brantley Moody of the Environmental Management Committee expressed excitement for the expansion, stating, "Our composting and recycling programs can only be successful if this community is composting and recycling correctly. Programs like this extend the life of the landfill."

In addition to the new drop-off sites, the City of Charleston will be hosting Composting Workshops to educate and assist residents in maximizing their composting experience. Attendees will receive free kitchen compost bins. Residents are encouraged to visit the city's website for a comprehensive list of the 2024 workshops and to sign up for attendance.

Residents are urged to participate in the composting program by using the designated drop-off sites where food scraps can be deposited free of charge. This initiative is a result of the partnership between the City of Charleston, Charleston County, Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, Mount Pleasant, and Sullivan's Island.

For more information about the composting program, including details on what can and cannot be composted, residents are advised to visit the City of Charleston's official website.