Composting is key to new business and green jobs

Composting is a major job creator, according to a new report released from the non-profit Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Based on a survey of Maryland composters, the report found that 1,400 new full-time jobs could be supported for every million tons of yard trimmings and food scraps converted into compost that is used locally.
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