Understanding Green Bin Composting in Niagara

What can you line your green bin with?

• Plastic bags

• Paper or certified compostable bags

• None of the above

• Metal liners

What is not allowed to be used as a liner in the green bin?

• Certified compostable bags

• Plastic grocery bags

• Tissue

• Paper towels

How often is the curbside collection of green bins in Niagara?

• Monthly

• Weekly

• Daily

• Yearly

What additional waste can residents place out for collection along with green bins?

• Electronic waste

• Construction debris

• Leaf and yard waste

• Plastic waste

Where are the green bin materials processed in Niagara?

• St. Catharines city center

• Welland recycling center

• Niagara Falls

• Thorold municipal facility

What is blended with organic materials at the compost facility to reduce odors?

• Plastic

• Processed leaf and yard waste

• Inorganic waste

• Paper

What is the purpose of the Gore cover in the composting process?

• To color the compost

• To attract wildlife

• To reduce odors

• To increase waste

How long does each phase of the Gore cover system last?

• 4 weeks

• 8 weeks

• 6 weeks

• 2 weeks

What happens after the initial 4 weeks of composting under the Gore cover?

• The material is reused as is

• The material is sold

• The material is moved to a second phase cell

• The material is disposed of

What is done to the compost material in the final phase of the Gore cover system?

• It is covered again

• It is left uncovered

• It is mixed with plastics

• It is colored