From cary.oshins at compostingcouncil.org Tue Sep 1 13:11:32 2009 From: cary.oshins at compostingcouncil.org (Cary Oshins) Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 11:11:32 -0700 Subject: [USCC] EPA Zero Waste Webinar Announcement Message-ID: <00ad01ca2b2f$a313edd0$e93bc970$@oshins@compostingcouncil.org> You are cordially invited to EPA?s Next RCC Web Academy on Thursday, September 17, 2009 @ 1:00-2:30 PM (Eastern Time) To register visit: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/rcc/web-academy/index.htm Zero Waste: From Philosophy to Practical Implementation, September 17, 2009 Description The ?zero waste? philosophy aims to minimize waste and resource consumption in order to conserve energy, mitigate climate change, reduce water usage, prevent toxics creation, and minimize ecosystem destruction. With almost one-third of greenhouse gas emissions attributed to the acquisition of materials, reducing consumption has the potential to significantly affect climate change. As more and more local governments and businesses commit to achieving zero waste, innovative techniques to reach this goal are being piloted across the country. From source reduction to product re-design to reuse to eliminating incentives for raw material extraction and landfilling, the path to zero waste requires moving beyond recycling to a more integrated and holistic resource management system. Join us to hear the latest in our progress towards zero waste. Learn more about the practical implementation of zero waste plans and different methods of eliminating waste disposal. Participate in a panel discussion with experts in the field: Gary Liss (Consultant, Gary Liss and Associates), Kathy Frevert (California Integrated Waste Management Board), and Holly Ellmore (Green Foodservice Alliance). Speakers Kathy Frevert serves as the team leader for Extended Producer Responsibility at the California Integrated Waste Management Board (Board), currently part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The team is charged with implementing the Board?s strategic directive to develop producer-financed and producer-managed systems for product discards. Over that past 17 years at the Integrated Waste Management Board, Kathy has served as a facilitator for the State?s Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP) Task Force and the State?s first Sustainable Building Task Force, in additional to working on several source reduction program development projects. Gary Liss has over 35 years of experience in the solid waste and recycling field. He is now President of Gary Liss & Associates (GLA), a Zero Waste consulting firm. Mr. Liss is a leading advocate of Zero Waste and has helped more communities develop Zero Waste plans than anyone else in the U.S. He was a founder and past President of the National Recycling Coalition and was Secretary to the California State Senate Task Force on Waste Management in 1989, which led to the adoption of AB939 and related recycling legislation in California. Mr. Liss was also Solid Waste Program Manager for the City of San Jose where he initiated and managed their nationally recognized model recycling programs, which resulted in their current overall diversion rate of 62%. Holly Elmore is the Founder and Executive Director of the Green Foodservice Alliance (GFA), an affiliate of the Georgia Restaurant Association (GRA). The GFA works with pioneers in the industry on creating templates for eco-friendly policies and procedures for others to follow. Holly has over 15 years of experience in the foodservice arena. In February 2009, the Zero Waste Zone (ZWZ) in Downtown Atlanta, a partnership of GFA and Atlanta Recycles, was announced as the first such zone in the southeast and one of the first in the nation. The focus for the charter participants is the largest foodservice operations in the zero waste zone, including convention facilities, event and entertainment venues, hotels and restaurants. In the second phase, all foodservice operators will be recruited for participation. Janice Johnson US Environmental Protection Agency Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery Resource Conservation and Sustainability Division Materials Conservation and Recycling Branch Mail Code: 5306P 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20460 Office: 703/308-7280 Fax:703/308-8609 Johnson.Janice at epa.gov www.epa.gov/recycleonthego Actual Address: Two Potomac Yards (North Building) 2733 South Crystal Drive 5th Floor, #5342 Arlington, VA 22202 From fwang at recology.com Tue Sep 1 13:48:05 2009 From: fwang at recology.com (Fengyu Wang) Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 11:48:05 -0700 Subject: [USCC] Compost Oversize - what are the options? In-Reply-To: <6979e9730908290716jddf0182wdcbc20a1ae1828f4@mail.gmail.com> References: <6979e9730908290716jddf0182wdcbc20a1ae1828f4@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <971EF37BF54F564FAB51000744CAB5D009EF9200ED@EXCH-INT01.norcalwaste.com> Dear Jeremie, The possible uses of your Oversize materials are: 1. Making compost shocks for erosion control and storm water quality management 2. Apply them as mulch at road side and garden (require remove the contaminations or grinding) 3. Making windbreaker/open bio-filtration berm at downwind of odorous sites (animal farms, landfill, bio-solids sites, even composting sites) 4. Forest carbon restorations. Hope this helps. Fengyu Wang Compost Compliance Specialist RecologyT ?Hay Road 6426 Hay Road | Vacaville, CA 95687 T: 707.678.4718 x 26 | F: 707.678.5695? fwang at recology.com Formerly Norcal Waste Systems, Inc. Hay Road Landfill -----Original Message----- From: J?r?mie VERDIER [mailto:jeremie.verdier at gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, August 29, 2009 7:16 AM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: [USCC] Compost Oversize - what are the options? Hello Compost World, What do you do with your Oversize material you don't recirculate? As we run pure green waste composting site, our oversize is 90% branches composed. The 5 - 10% left is composed by plastics, glass and metals which could potentially be removed by a windsifter and a magnet. Many thanks, *J?r?mie Verdier* Technical Operations Veolia Environmental Services (UK) plc 2-12 pentonville road London N1 9HF Tel +44 (0)207 833 6484 **Fax +44 (0)20783 77489 From jeremie.verdier at gmail.com Wed Sep 2 03:47:04 2009 From: jeremie.verdier at gmail.com (=?ISO-8859-1?Q?J=E9r=E9mie_VERDIER?=) Date: Wed, 2 Sep 2009 10:47:04 +0200 Subject: [USCC] Compost Oversize - what are the options? In-Reply-To: <971EF37BF54F564FAB51000744CAB5D009EF9200ED@EXCH-INT01.norcalwaste.com> References: <6979e9730908290716jddf0182wdcbc20a1ae1828f4@mail.gmail.com> <971EF37BF54F564FAB51000744CAB5D009EF9200ED@EXCH-INT01.norcalwaste.com> Message-ID: <6979e9730909020147g625a218ck5c3f98aabb7b0ce2@mail.gmail.com> Many thanks Fengyu, It is very nice to have different options. I'll studdy deeply what the best outlets could be arround each site. What do you mean by "Forest carbon restorations"? I wish you good luck for the future in your activity, Regards J?r?mie Verdier Technical Operations Veolia Environmental Services (UK) plc 2-12 pentonville road London N1 9HF Tel +44 (0)207 833 6484 Fax +44 (0)20783 77489 2009/9/1 Fengyu Wang > Dear Jeremie, > The possible uses of your Oversize materials are: > 1. Making compost shocks for erosion control and storm water quality > management 2. Apply them as mulch at road side and garden (require remove the > contaminations or grinding) 3. Making windbreaker/open bio-filtration berm at downwind of odorous sites > (animal farms, landfill, bio-solids sites, even composting sites) 4. Forest carbon restorations. > > Hope this helps. > > Fengyu Wang > Compost Compliance Specialist > > RecologyT Hay Road > 6426 Hay Road | Vacaville, CA 95687 > T: 707.678.4718 x 26 | F: 707.678.5695 fwang at recology.com > Formerly Norcal Waste Systems, Inc. Hay Road Landfill > > > -----Original Message----- > From: J?r?mie VERDIER [mailto:jeremie.verdier at gmail.com] > Sent: Saturday, August 29, 2009 7:16 AM > To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com > Subject: [USCC] Compost Oversize - what are the options? > > Hello Compost World, > > What do you do with your Oversize material you don't recirculate? > > As we run pure green waste composting site, our oversize is 90% branches > composed. > The 5 - 10% left is composed by plastics, glass and metals which could > potentially be removed by a windsifter and a magnet. > > > Many thanks, > > *J?r?mie Verdier* > > Technical Operations > Veolia Environmental Services (UK) plc > 2-12 pentonville road > > London > N1 9HF > > Tel +44 (0)207 833 6484 > > **Fax +44 (0)20783 77489 > > _______________________________________ > Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, > January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest > Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & > Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training > Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" > Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. > Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information > and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website > www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 > > _____________________________________________________________________________ > Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com > http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost > _______________________________________ > This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). > (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved > > Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, > or the Board of Directors. > > Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website > at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm > > Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their > posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information > regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: > http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost > > For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a > message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org > From dmhill at aol.com Thu Sep 3 08:54:47 2009 From: dmhill at aol.com (dmhill@aol.com) Date: Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:54:47 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Compost Digest, Vol 65, Issue 8 In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <8CBFAB53BD7EE31-1168-10613@webmail-d098.sysops.aol.com> Jay, ? Let me first state that the USCC is not against all performance standards in general. We are simply against those that create economic disincentives for alternatives to landfilling of organic resources. ? While the intent of the bill is to reduce methane production from landfills, using performance standards (i.e., requiring the capture and/or improved efficiency in the capture of methane generated in landfills) does not close the door to maximizing the production of methane while also improving the rate of capture. Given that, the technology and systems necessary to capture the methane are expensive and required; maximizing methane generation becomes more profitable when greater volumes of methane are produced in order to produce greater amounts of electricity - a bankable commodity. It makes sense to collect as much organic content (fuel) as possible and put it into the landfill. ? Our position on this is not mere speculation - existing performance standards on larger NSPS regulated landfills are already discouraging organics diversion and, in fact, have lead to strong economic and political pressures to reverse existing organics bans (to make more methane in landfills).? At the Council, we have seen this pressure increase over the past five years or so as other incentives (i.e. federal tax credits and renewable energy mandates) have emerged to stimulate landfill-gas-to-energy projects. ? The point is that performance standards in=2 0this case may inadvertently, disincentivize organics diversion and potentially may instigate a reverse of the intended effect. ? David Hill CycleLogic www.mycyclelogic.com -----Original Message----- From: Jay Kilbourn To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Sent: Tue, Aug 25, 2009 3:36 pm Subject: Re: [USCC] Compost Digest, Vol 65, Issue 8 Please provide the rationale and explanation, referencing the bill, as to why "The proposed ?performance standard? approach for reducing landfill methane emissions will inadvertently discourage the diversion of methane-producing wastes from landfills." It would be helpful to know the details of this key part of your message. Jay Kilbourn Director of Business Development 135 Presumpscot Street, Unit 1 Portland, ME 04103 207-347-3604 direct line 207-650-6998 cell phone 207-781-5011 office phone Internet: jay.kilbourn at casella.com _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil. org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From kpowell at kdheks.gov Thu Sep 3 16:26:45 2009 From: kpowell at kdheks.gov (Ken Powell) Date: Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:26:45 -0500 Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost Message-ID: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> Good late afternoon before a holiday, I just received a question about putting the ash from a tree and brush burning site into a municipal composting operation. They are having trouble moving chips so they are going to burn some and are trying to figure out what to do with the ash. Are there any problems with wood ash in a composting operation? What if they stay below 10% by volume of the ash to the compost? Thanks for any help, Ken Powell Environmental Scientist Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 Topeka, KS 66618 Phone 785-296-1121 Fax 785-296-1592 email kpowell at kdheks.gov web www.kdheks.gov/waste Please note my new e-mail address is kpowell at kdheks.gov -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image001.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 5675 bytes Desc: image001.jpg Url : http://mailman.cloudnet.com/pipermail/compost/attachments/20090903/ce5b2a76/image001.jpg From alexassoc at earthlink.net Tue Sep 8 17:40:16 2009 From: alexassoc at earthlink.net (Ron Alexander) Date: Tue, 8 Sep 2009 18:40:16 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost In-Reply-To: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> References: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> Message-ID: <002a01ca30d5$56702d80$03508880$@net> Ken, It would be simpler to do a 'lime' equivalency test on it and use it as a liming agent. Thanks, Ron -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Ken Powell Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2009 5:27 PM To: 'Compost Discussion List' Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost Good late afternoon before a holiday, I just received a question about putting the ash from a tree and brush burning site into a municipal composting operation. They are having trouble moving chips so they are going to burn some and are trying to figure out what to do with the ash. Are there any problems with wood ash in a composting operation? What if they stay below 10% by volume of the ash to the compost? Thanks for any help, Ken Powell Environmental Scientist Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 Topeka, KS 66618 Phone 785-296-1121 Fax 785-296-1592 email kpowell at kdheks.gov web www.kdheks.gov/waste Please note my new e-mail address is kpowell at kdheks.gov From jziegenb at ieua.org Wed Sep 9 13:36:06 2009 From: jziegenb at ieua.org (Jeff Ziegenbein) Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2009 11:36:06 -0700 Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost In-Reply-To: <67B738AC3B1E0744AAC1B3E214119BBBDB2196A1@ieua-mx01> References: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> <67B738AC3B1E0744AAC1B3E214119BBBDB2196A1@ieua-mx01> Message-ID: <67B738AC3B1E0744AAC1B3E214119BBBDB2196AA@ieua-mx01> I believe, from Rosenfeld's study, that <10% of non-industrial wood ash (no elevated arsenic) is good for helping to control odors especially in biosolids compost. I have not had experience as there is no clean wood ash available on an ongoing basis in my area as far as I know. See the link below for an abstract on the study I am referring to. http://jeq.scijournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/29/5/1662 Jeff Ziegenbein Inland Empire Regional Composting Authority jziegenbein at ieua.org -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Ken Powell Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2009 2:27 PM To: 'Compost Discussion List' Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost Good late afternoon before a holiday, I just received a question about putting the ash from a tree and brush burning site into a municipal composting operation. They are having trouble moving chips so they are going to burn some and are trying to figure out what to do with the ash. Are there any problems with wood ash in a composting operation? What if they stay below 10% by volume of the ash to the compost? Thanks for any help, Ken Powell Environmental Scientist Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 Topeka, KS 66618 Phone 785-296-1121 Fax 785-296-1592 email kpowell at kdheks.gov web www.kdheks.gov/waste Please note my new e-mail address is kpowell at kdheks.gov From johncossham at tiscali.co.uk Wed Sep 9 16:27:20 2009 From: johncossham at tiscali.co.uk (John Cossham) Date: Wed, 09 Sep 2009 22:27:20 +0100 Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost In-Reply-To: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> References: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> Message-ID: <4AA81DB8.8060502@tiscali.co.uk> The nutrients in wood ash are very soluble, so unless the compost is covered, all the nutrients will wash out. Wood ash is alkaline and doesn't add much to compost; it doesn't help the process. But it doesn't give problems, unless the composted material is destined to go to acid-loving plants. John Cossham Ken Powell wrote: > Good late afternoon before a holiday, > > I just received a question about putting the ash from a tree and brush burning site into a municipal composting operation. They are having trouble moving chips so they are going to burn some and are trying to figure out what to do with the ash. Are there any problems with wood ash in a composting operation? What if they stay below 10% by volume of the ash to the compost? > > Thanks for any help, > > Ken Powell > Environmental Scientist > Kansas Department of Health & Environment > 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 > Topeka, KS 66618 > Phone 785-296-1121 Fax 785-296-1592 > email kpowell at kdheks.gov > web www.kdheks.gov/waste > > Please note my new e-mail address is kpowell at kdheks.gov > > > > -------------- next part -------------- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.86/2355 - Release Date: 09/08/09 20:45:00 From bplatt at ilsr.org Thu Sep 10 13:35:29 2009 From: bplatt at ilsr.org (Brenda Platt) Date: Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:35:29 -0400 Subject: [USCC] compost technologies/investment Message-ID: <55887b8b0909101135m280c9877wb2bdc41f17d4bd4b@mail.gmail.com> Hi all, I am working with the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments to expand composting in our Mid-Atlantic region. Can anyone point me to a good source of data on organics recycling technologies available and the capital investment of each? We're interested in composting systems as well as anaerobic digestion systems for source separated municipal organics. We don't want to reinvent the wheel if we don't have to. Thanks in advance. Cheers, Brenda -- Brenda Platt Institute for Local Self-Reliance 927 15th Street, NW, 4th Fl Washington, DC 20005 202-898-1610 ext. 230 www.ilsr.org From paul.olivier at esrint.com Sat Sep 12 13:39:21 2009 From: paul.olivier at esrint.com (Paul Olivier) Date: Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:39:21 +0700 Subject: [USCC] compost technologies/investment In-Reply-To: <55887b8b0909101135m280c9877wb2bdc41f17d4bd4b@mail.gmail.com> References: <55887b8b0909101135m280c9877wb2bdc41f17d4bd4b@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <26982a580909121139i63f76e9cv6579cd14a32a7ef7@mail.gmail.com> Brenda, I would like to share these two ideas with you: http://www.esrla.com/pdf/Brazil.pdf http://www.esrla.com/pdf/composting.pdf Many thanks. Paul -- Paul A. Olivier PhD Louisiana telephone: 1-337-447-4124 (rings Vietnam) Mobile: 063 399 7256 (in Vietnam) Skype address: Xpolivier http://www.esrla.com/ On Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 1:35 AM, Brenda Platt wrote: > Hi all, > I am working with the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments to > expand composting in our Mid-Atlantic region. ?Can anyone point me to a good > source of data on organics recycling technologies available and the capital > investment of each? ?We're interested in composting systems as well as > anaerobic digestion systems for source separated municipal organics. ?We > don't want to reinvent the wheel if we don't have to. > Thanks in advance. > Cheers, > Brenda > > -- > Brenda Platt > Institute for Local Self-Reliance > 927 15th Street, NW, 4th Fl > Washington, DC ?20005 > 202-898-1610 ext. 230 > www.ilsr.org > _______________________________________ > Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 > _____________________________________________________________________________ > Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com > http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost > _______________________________________ > This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). > (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved > > Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. > > Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm > > Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost > > For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org > From ff22 at bellsouth.net Tue Sep 15 13:38:08 2009 From: ff22 at bellsouth.net (Frank Franciosi) Date: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:38:08 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost In-Reply-To: <4AA81DB8.8060502@tiscali.co.uk> References: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C73ED8D25@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> <4AA81DB8.8060502@tiscali.co.uk> Message-ID: <00f601ca3633$adae8c50$090ba4f0$@net> Ken, Wood ash is also high in potassium and has a liming effect as well. Have a waste analysis done before using. Check the metal levels as a precaution. I do not recommend mixing it in with the compost because of the high pH. Land application to pasture is the best use. Frank Franciosi -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of John Cossham Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2009 5:27 PM To: Compost Discussion List Subject: Re: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost The nutrients in wood ash are very soluble, so unless the compost is covered, all the nutrients will wash out. Wood ash is alkaline and doesn't add much to compost; it doesn't help the process. But it doesn't give problems, unless the composted material is destined to go to acid-loving plants. John Cossham Ken Powell wrote: > Good late afternoon before a holiday, > > I just received a question about putting the ash from a tree and brush burning site into a municipal composting operation. They are having trouble moving chips so they are going to burn some and are trying to figure out what to do with the ash. Are there any problems with wood ash in a composting operation? What if they stay below 10% by volume of the ash to the compost? > > Thanks for any help, > > Ken Powell > Environmental Scientist > Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 > Topeka, KS 66618 Phone 785-296-1121 Fax 785-296-1592 email > kpowell at kdheks.gov > web www.kdheks.gov/waste > > Please note my new e-mail address is > kpowell at kdheks.gov > > > > From gbrec at comcast.net Wed Sep 16 22:39:04 2009 From: gbrec at comcast.net (Gary Bright) Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:39:04 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost In-Reply-To: <00f601ca3633$adae8c50$090ba4f0$@net> Message-ID: <20090917033859.901CBE6F34E@mx1.cloudnet.com> -----Original Message----- From: Frank Franciosi [mailto:ff22 at bellsouth.net] Sent: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 2:38 PM To: 'Compost Discussion List' Subject: Re: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost Ken, Wood ash is also high in potassium and has a liming effect as well. Have a waste analysis done before using. Check the metal levels as a precaution. I do not recommend mixing it in with the compost because of the high pH. Land application to pasture is the best use. Frank Franciosi -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of John Cossham Sent: Wednesday, September 09, 2009 5:27 PM To: Compost Discussion List Subject: Re: [USCC] Ash from Tree & Brush Burning in Compost The nutrients in wood ash are very soluble, so unless the compost is covered, all the nutrients will wash out. Wood ash is alkaline and doesn't add much to compost; it doesn't help the process. But it doesn't give problems, unless the composted material is destined to go to acid-loving plants. John Cossham Ken Powell wrote: > Good late afternoon before a holiday, > > I just received a question about putting the ash from a tree and brush burning site into a municipal composting operation. They are having trouble moving chips so they are going to burn some and are trying to figure out what to do with the ash. Are there any problems with wood ash in a composting operation? What if they stay below 10% by volume of the ash to the compost? > > Thanks for any help, > > Ken Powell > Environmental Scientist > Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 > Topeka, KS 66618 Phone 785-296-1121 Fax 785-296-1592 email > kpowell at kdheks.gov > web www.kdheks.gov/waste > > Please note my new e-mail address is > kpowell at kdheks.gov > > > > From cscoker at verizon.net Fri Sep 18 14:07:39 2009 From: cscoker at verizon.net (Craig Coker) Date: Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:07:39 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Environmental Management Systems at Composting Facilities Message-ID: <07DC401E621A4C6B90BFC2BBAAFE46CC@LAPTOP> Colleagues: Would anyone know of good sources of information about the development and function of an Environmental Management System (EMS) at composting facilities? I'm interested in those which are ISO 14000 certified as well as less "formal" systems. Any leads to people or publications would be very much appreciated. Many thanks, Craig Craig Coker | Coker Composting & Consulting 1213 Spradlin Rd. Vinton Va 24179 Tel. (540) 890-1086; Fax. (540) 890-1087 Cell. (540) 874-5168; Email. cscoker at verizon.net Web. www.cokercompost.com This e-mail communication (including any attachments) may contain legally privileged and confidential information intended solely for the use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you should immediately stop reading this message and delete it from your system. Any unauthorized reading, distribution, copying or other use of this communication (or its attachments) is strictly prohibited. From pat at crowleyconsultants.com Fri Sep 18 20:47:08 2009 From: pat at crowleyconsultants.com (Patrick Crowley) Date: Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:47:08 -0600 Subject: [USCC] Environmental Management Systems at Composting Facilities In-Reply-To: <07DC401E621A4C6B90BFC2BBAAFE46CC@LAPTOP> Message-ID: <9487F7A35CE74F039D2DE1CDEE4CF40D@Pats> Just Google "Biosolids EMS" and click on the listing for the National Biosolids Partnership. They are heavily involved in the EMS process and numerous facilities use composting as part of the process. Pat Crowley Crowley Consultants LLC 1935 Lucky Strike Road Helena, MT 59602 (406) 458-1935 phone and fax (406) 439-9231 cell pat at crowleyconsultants.com -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Craig Coker Sent: Friday, September 18, 2009 1:08 PM To: USCC Listserv Subject: [USCC] Environmental Management Systems at Composting Facilities Colleagues: Would anyone know of good sources of information about the development and function of an Environmental Management System (EMS) at composting facilities? I'm interested in those which are ISO 14000 certified as well as less "formal" systems. Any leads to people or publications would be very much appreciated. Many thanks, Craig Craig Coker | Coker Composting & Consulting 1213 Spradlin Rd. Vinton Va 24179 Tel. (540) 890-1086; Fax. (540) 890-1087 Cell. (540) 874-5168; Email. cscoker at verizon.net Web. www.cokercompost.com This e-mail communication (including any attachments) may contain legally privileged and confidential information intended solely for the use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you should immediately stop reading this message and delete it from your system. Any unauthorized reading, distribution, copying or other use of this communication (or its attachments) is strictly prohibited. _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 ____________________________________________________________________________ _ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From willgehr at gmail.com Sun Sep 20 13:25:53 2009 From: willgehr at gmail.com (Will Gehr) Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:25:53 -0700 Subject: [USCC] Quantifying runoff from compost pile Message-ID: Does anyone know what a reasonable runoff coefficient might be for a 7'-10' high continuous pile (240'x340') of composting yard debris (ground to 5" minus) that will be turned twice a week on a non-aerated slab? I know there are lots of variables, but if you have tried to calculate this and maybe even have measured it, I'd love to know your thoughts. Alternatively, can you suggest whom I may talk to? Will Gehr Clackamas Compost Products Clackamas, OR 503-841-7543 From cscoker at verizon.net Tue Sep 22 07:59:10 2009 From: cscoker at verizon.net (Craig Coker) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:59:10 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Quantifying runoff from compost pile In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Will: I'd refer you to Kabala, L., et.al., " A Storm Water Runoff Model for Open Windrow Composting Sites" in the Summer 2007 issue of Compost Science and Utilization. This study calculated a rational method runoff coefficient of 0.6 for windrows, 0.85 for asphalt pad, and 0.65 for area-weighted average. Cheers, Craig Craig Coker | Coker Composting & Consulting 1213 Spradlin Rd. Vinton Va 24179 Tel. (540) 890-1086; Fax. (540) 890-1087 Cell. (540) 874-5168; Email. cscoker at verizon.net Web. www.cokercompost.com -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Will Gehr Sent: Sunday, September 20, 2009 2:26 PM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: [USCC] Quantifying runoff from compost pile Does anyone know what a reasonable runoff coefficient might be for a 7'-10' high continuous pile (240'x340') of composting yard debris (ground to 5" minus) that will be turned twice a week on a non-aerated slab? I know there are lots of variables, but if you have tried to calculate this and maybe even have measured it, I'd love to know your thoughts. Alternatively, can you suggest whom I may talk to? Will Gehr Clackamas Compost Products Clackamas, OR 503-841-7543 _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 ____________________________________________________________________________ _ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From cary.oshins at compostingcouncil.org Tue Sep 22 12:31:46 2009 From: cary.oshins at compostingcouncil.org (Cary Oshins) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 2009 10:31:46 -0700 Subject: [USCC] LAST CHANCE to register for Compost Infrastructure Development Meeting in Atlanta, September 28-29 Message-ID: <003501ca3baa$8fb1be30$af153a90$@oshins@compostingcouncil.org> The US Composting Council and EPA Region 4, along with sponsors BioCycle Magazine, Florida DEP and Georgia DNR, are hosting a 2-day meeting, "Working Toward a Sustainable Tomorrow--Understanding & Expanding Compost Infrastructure". The meeting will take place at the Hilton Atlanta Airport Hotel, Atlanta GA, September 28 and 29. The cost to register is only $45. The meeting is open to organics materials processors, haulers, resource managers, regulators, service providers and others with a vested interest in the topic. Use this link to see the detailed agenda and for information on registration and hotel accommodations. http://www.compostingcouncil.org/download.php?r=45 &f=61c6353aa3faa12a80ec277caa416be2.pdf ____________________________________ Cary Oshins | Assistant Director for Programs US Composting Council | 1 Comac Loop, Suite 14B1 | Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 phone: 631-737-4931 | cell: 484-547-1521 | fax: 631-737-4939 | cary.oshins at compostingcouncil.org Join us at the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, Orlando, FL The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste & Organics Recycling Industry The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Sessions, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations. Register at www.compostingcouncil.org Help support your industry. Become a member today!!! From rubinhial at verizon.net Tue Sep 22 13:28:09 2009 From: rubinhial at verizon.net (rubinhial@verizon.net) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:28:09 -0500 (CDT) Subject: [USCC] Compost Digest, Vol 66, Issue 8 Message-ID: <1490895515.642828.1253644089670.JavaMail.root@vms183.mailsrvcs.net> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/pipermail/compost/attachments/20090922/0ce596f5/attachment.html From RSwager at patrickengineering.com Tue Sep 22 14:06:47 2009 From: RSwager at patrickengineering.com (Swager, Ronald) Date: Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:06:47 -0500 Subject: [USCC] Run-off from compost In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: You might try running the USACE HELP model for landfills. It calculates runoff and infiltration based on weather data. You may have to guess at a permeability coefficient for compost. I don't think that is one of the model's standard soil types. http://el.erdc.usace.army.mil/products.cfm?Topic=model&Type=landfill -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of compost-request at mailman.cloudnet.com Sent: Tuesday, September 22, 2009 12:00 PM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: Compost Digest, Vol 66, Issue 8 Send Compost mailing list submissions to compost at mailman.cloudnet.com To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to compost-request at mailman.cloudnet.com You can reach the person managing the list at compost-owner at mailman.cloudnet.com When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Compost digest..." *****Patrick Engineering Inc. 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The meeting will take place at the Hilton Atlanta Airport Hotel, Atlanta GA, September 28 and 29. The cost to register is only $45. The meeting is open to organics materials processors, haulers, resource managers, regulators, service providers and others with a vested interest in the topic. Use this link to see the detailed agenda and for information on registration and hotel accommodations. ____________________________________ Cary Oshins | Assistant Director for Programs US Composting Council | 1 Comac Loop, Suite 14B1 | Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 phone: 631-737-4931 | cell: 484-547-1521 | fax: 631-737-4939 | cary.oshins at compostingcouncil.org _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 ____________________________________________________________________________ _ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From Jay.Kilbourn at CASELLA.COM Wed Sep 23 08:42:46 2009 From: Jay.Kilbourn at CASELLA.COM (Jay Kilbourn) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:42:46 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Environmental Management Systems at Composting Facilities In-Reply-To: Message-ID: We have just completed the entire process of becoming the 1st privately owned/operated composting facility in the nation (US) to be EMS certified by the National Biosolids Partnership. If you would like more information or have questions, please take a look at the article on our web site www.newenglandorganics.com or give me a call or e-mail. Jay Kilbourn Director of Business Development 135 Presumpscot Street, Unit 1 Portland, ME 04103 207-347-3604 direct line 207-781-5011 office phone Internet: jay.kilbourn at casella.com From meenal.raval at gmail.com Wed Sep 23 14:39:04 2009 From: meenal.raval at gmail.com (Meenal Raval) Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:39:04 -0400 Subject: [USCC] composting dog fur Message-ID: <4ABA7958.4010208@gmail.com> A local dog grooming company generates about 50 gallons of fur each week. Could be dry or wet, but mostly clean without feces. They'd like us to compost this. Have agreed to leave out fur from diseased animals. Our understanding is dog fur has C:N ratio of 3:1 with 7% N. Any experience with this? Suggestions on recipe for a good mix? -Meenal in Philadelphia From apismno at aol.com Thu Sep 24 09:39:26 2009 From: apismno at aol.com (apismno@aol.com) Date: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:39:26 -0400 Subject: [USCC] composting dog fur In-Reply-To: <4ABA7958.4010208@gmail.com> References: <4ABA7958.4010208@gmail.com> Message-ID: <8CC0B3BF2F2E2C4-1F5C-CC19@webmail-m073.sysops.aol.com> I recall reading years ago that dirty human male hair that reeked of tobacco was used in generous bundles in apple orchards as deer repellent.? The Geneva Experiment Station in Geneva, New York might be able to give some info on this.? It is rather like dealing with coffee grounds; you have to match the waste product quantity to the sites where it will be used. Barbara Emeneau -----Original Message----- From: Meenal Raval To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Sent: Wed, Sep 23, 2009 3:39 pm Subject: [USCC] composting dog fur A local dog grooming company generates about 50 gallons of fur each week. Could be dry or wet, but mostly clean without feces. They'd like us to compost this. Have agreed to leave out fur from diseased animals. Our understanding is dog fur has C:N ratio of 3:1 with 7% N. Any experience with this? Suggestions on recipe for a good mix? -Meenal in Philadelphia _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at composti ngcouncil.org From bplatt at ilsr.org Fri Sep 25 11:09:23 2009 From: bplatt at ilsr.org (Brenda Platt) Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:09:23 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? Message-ID: <55887b8b0909250909j7743804dwfb6ac5c7ebb83015@mail.gmail.com> Hi everyone, Which states have model food scrap permitting regs? Perhaps your state has good regs for on-farm composting or for commercial facilities or for being able to add food to existing green waste operations. If so, I'd love to hear the pros and cons of the regs. (And if your state has terrible rules, those would be good to know about too.) Any information would be used as part of my work to promote expanded food scrap composting in the DC metro region. I am participating on a region-wide Organics Task Force and volunteered to help identify model state legislation that could be adapted to our region. Thanks in advance for any help. Cheers, Brenda -- Brenda Platt Institute for Local Self-Reliance 927 15th Street, NW, 4th Fl Washington, DC 20005 202-898-1610 ext. 230 www.ilsr.org From Steve at compostsystems.com Thu Sep 24 19:31:38 2009 From: Steve at compostsystems.com (Steve Diddy) Date: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:31:38 -0700 Subject: [USCC] Please post on the Bulletin Board Message-ID: Compost Facility Managers Wanted Engineered Compost Systems (ECS), a firm dedicated to the compost industry and a technology supplier of in-vessel and aerated static pile systems (www.compostsystems.com), will start up several municipal scale composting systems for our Clients in the next 4-12 months and we are looking for Qualified Compost Facility Operators. Applicants must have several years of demonstrated experience operating/managing all aspects of compost facility duties from pre-processing to marketing finished product. Client facility sizes vary from 12,000 to 120,000 tons per year; and will process food waste, yard waste and biosolids. The facilities are located in various parts of the US and applicants will (probably) need to relocate. Salaries and benefits are based on experience. Please send resumes documenting experience, certificates and training as soon as possible. Resume quality is NOT part of our evaluation. Please respond via email to Steve Diddy, Business Development Director, Engineered Compost Systems: steve at compostsystems.com Sincerely, Steve Diddy director of business development c 360.280.8985 facility design - in-vessel and ASP systems - automated controls - client support Engineered Compost Systems - ECS 4211 24th Ave West Seattle, WA 98199 t 206.634.2625 - f 206.634.1309 www.compostsystems.com From SBush at rwbeck.com Mon Sep 28 08:43:11 2009 From: SBush at rwbeck.com (Bush, Susan H.) Date: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:43:11 -0600 Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? In-Reply-To: <55887b8b0909250909j7743804dwfb6ac5c7ebb83015@mail.gmail.com> References: <55887b8b0909250909j7743804dwfb6ac5c7ebb83015@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: Brenda, Have you looked at Pennsylvania's laws? They have really put some thought into their regs, and have less onerous regulations for on-farm composting and smaller operations. http://www.depweb.state.pa.us/landrecwaste/cwp/view.asp?a=1338&q=469423 Here is the link to their home page on composting. A link to regs is at the bottom. Best regards, Susan Bush -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Brenda Platt Sent: Friday, September 25, 2009 12:09 PM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? Hi everyone, Which states have model food scrap permitting regs? Perhaps your state has good regs for on-farm composting or for commercial facilities or for being able to add food to existing green waste operations. If so, I'd love to hear the pros and cons of the regs. (And if your state has terrible rules, those would be good to know about too.) Any information would be used as part of my work to promote expanded food scrap composting in the DC metro region. I am participating on a region-wide Organics Task Force and volunteered to help identify model state legislation that could be adapted to our region. Thanks in advance for any help. Cheers, Brenda -- Brenda Platt Institute for Local Self-Reliance 927 15th Street, NW, 4th Fl Washington, DC 20005 202-898-1610 ext. 230 www.ilsr.org _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 ________________________________________________________________________ _____ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From halegp at aol.com Fri Sep 25 19:10:50 2009 From: halegp at aol.com (Gordon Hale) Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:10:50 -0400 Subject: [USCC] composting dog fur In-Reply-To: <8CC0B3BF2F2E2C4-1F5C-CC19@webmail-m073.sysops.aol.com> References: <4ABA7958.4010208@gmail.com> <8CC0B3BF2F2E2C4-1F5C-CC19@webmail-m073.sysops.aol.com> Message-ID: <8CC0C54F0860E82-2B90-99A0@webmail-d089.sysops.aol.com> Perhaps my hair wasn't dirty enough, but at the time I did smoke over three packs of cigarettes a day, and my hair and what I got my barber to save me over a weeks of cutting failed to keep the dear out of my garden.? And they would wait until I had gone back to Dallas from my East Texas property before they would do their dirty work.? I failed to keep out racoons also.? I used it for three years without any success. Put up an electric fence.? The deer just broke through it.? I guess a hungry dear is more determined than an ugly old white man. Gordon Hale Grand Prairie, Texas Endeavor to Persevere -----Original Message----- From: apismno at aol.com To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Sent: Thu, Sep 24, 2009 9:39 am Subject: Re: [USCC] composting dog fur I recall reading years ago that dirty human male hair that reeked of tobacco was used in generous bundles in apple orchards as deer repellent.? The Geneva Experiment Station in Geneva, New York might be able to give some info on this.? It is rather like dealing with coffee grounds; you have to match the waste product quantity to the sites where it will be used. Barbara Emeneau -----Original Message----- From: Meenal Raval To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Sent: Wed, Sep 23, 2009 3:39 pm Subject: [USCC] composting dog fur A local dog grooming company generates about 50 gallons of fur each week. Could be dry or wet, but mostly clean without feces. They'd like us to compost this. Have agreed to leave out fur from diseased animals. Our understanding is dog fur has C:N ratio of 3:1 with 7% N. Any experience with this? Suggestions on recipe for a good mix? -Meenal in Philadelphia _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at composti ngcouncil.org _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From kpowell at kdheks.gov Mon Sep 28 08:19:06 2009 From: kpowell at kdheks.gov (Ken Powell) Date: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:19:06 -0500 Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? In-Reply-To: <55887b8b0909250909j7743804dwfb6ac5c7ebb83015@mail.gmail.com> References: <55887b8b0909250909j7743804dwfb6ac5c7ebb83015@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C74DB9E75@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> Brenda, The state of Kansas regulations can be found on the web at http://www.kdheks.gov/waste/regsstatutes/sw_laws.pdf. We designed our regulations with the help of the regulated community back in the mid 1990's and they have worked very well. We have a system of regulations based on what type of material you will be accepting: yard waste, manure, livestock (dead animals), source-separated organic waste, and municipal solid waste. Food waste would be a source-separated organic waste and need to meet the rules under K.A.R. 28-29-25e. If the facility is under 1/2 acre in size a registration is all that is needed. A facility larger than 1/2 acre would require a full source-separated organic waste composting facility permit. This would include engineered drawings showing the pad design, operations plan, contingency plan, closure plan, financial assurance for closure and liability insurance. Testing requirements would be spelled out in the operating plan based on the type of material the facility expects to receive. Currently we feel these regulations are working well for both the industry and protection of the health of our citizens and our state environment. If you have any questions, please contact me. Ken Powell Environmental Scientist Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 Topeka, KS? 66618 Phone? 785-296-1121? Fax? 785-296-1592 email? kpowell at kdheks.gov web? www.kdheks.gov/waste ? Please note my new e-mail address is kpowell at kdheks.gov -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Brenda Platt Sent: Friday, September 25, 2009 11:09 AM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? Hi everyone, Which states have model food scrap permitting regs? Perhaps your state has good regs for on-farm composting or for commercial facilities or for being able to add food to existing green waste operations. If so, I'd love to hear the pros and cons of the regs. (And if your state has terrible rules, those would be good to know about too.) Any information would be used as part of my work to promote expanded food scrap composting in the DC metro region. I am participating on a region-wide Organics Task Force and volunteered to help identify model state legislation that could be adapted to our region. Thanks in advance for any help. Cheers, Brenda -- Brenda Platt Institute for Local Self-Reliance 927 15th Street, NW, 4th Fl Washington, DC 20005 202-898-1610 ext. 230 www.ilsr.org _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From BfleuryWeCare at aol.com Mon Sep 28 15:34:00 2009 From: BfleuryWeCare at aol.com (BfleuryWeCare@aol.com) Date: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:34:00 EDT Subject: [USCC] Iron Contect in Compost Message-ID: Does anyone have information on acceptable ranges of iron in compost? I understand that Iron is good, but....How much is too much? Thank you in advance for your responses. Brian C. Fleury Senior Project Manager WeCare Organics, LLC PO Box 785 Hillburn, NY 10931 (O) 845 / 753 / 2314 (F) 845 / 753 / 2349 (C) 315 / 374 / 5098 bfleurywecare at aol.com _www.wecareorganics.com_ (http://www.wecareorganics.com/) From fwang at recology.com Mon Sep 28 18:09:42 2009 From: fwang at recology.com (Fengyu Wang) Date: Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:09:42 -0700 Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? In-Reply-To: <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C74DB9E75@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> References: <55887b8b0909250909j7743804dwfb6ac5c7ebb83015@mail.gmail.com> <4EBB566B08AAE84F979D5E093B6970503C74DB9E75@HEWXCCLU.kdhe.state.ks.us> Message-ID: <971EF37BF54F564FAB51000744CAB5D009F2FDC005@EXCH-INT01.norcalwaste.com> Hi Brenda, The regulations at State of California are located at: http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/Regulations/Title14/ch31.htm Best regards, Fengyu Wang Compost Compliance Specialist RecologyT ?Hay Road 6426 Hay Road | Vacaville, CA 95687 T: 707.678.4718 x 26 | F: 707.678.5695? fwang at recology.com Formerly Norcal Waste Systems, Inc. -----Original Message----- From: Ken Powell [mailto:kpowell at kdheks.gov] Sent: Monday, September 28, 2009 6:19 AM To: 'Compost Discussion List' Subject: Re: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? Brenda, The state of Kansas regulations can be found on the web at http://www.kdheks.gov/waste/regsstatutes/sw_laws.pdf. We designed our regulations with the help of the regulated community back in the mid 1990's and they have worked very well. We have a system of regulations based on what type of material you will be accepting: yard waste, manure, livestock (dead animals), source-separated organic waste, and municipal solid waste. Food waste would be a source-separated organic waste and need to meet the rules under K.A.R. 28-29-25e. If the facility is under 1/2 acre in size a registration is all that is needed. A facility larger than 1/2 acre would require a full source-separated organic waste composting facility permit. This would include engineered drawings showing the pad design, operations plan, contingency plan, closure plan, financial assurance for closure and liability insurance. Testing requirements would be spelled out in the operating plan based on the type of material the facility expects to receive. Currently we feel these regulations are working well for both the industry and protection of the health of our citizens and our state environment. If you have any questions, please contact me. Ken Powell Environmental Scientist Kansas Department of Health & Environment 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 320 Topeka, KS? 66618 Phone? 785-296-1121? Fax? 785-296-1592 email? kpowell at kdheks.gov web? www.kdheks.gov/waste ? Please note my new e-mail address is kpowell at kdheks.gov -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of Brenda Platt Sent: Friday, September 25, 2009 11:09 AM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: [USCC] Good state permitting rules for food scrap composting? Hi everyone, Which states have model food scrap permitting regs? Perhaps your state has good regs for on-farm composting or for commercial facilities or for being able to add food to existing green waste operations. If so, I'd love to hear the pros and cons of the regs. (And if your state has terrible rules, those would be good to know about too.) Any information would be used as part of my work to promote expanded food scrap composting in the DC metro region. I am participating on a region-wide Organics Task Force and volunteered to help identify model state legislation that could be adapted to our region. Thanks in advance for any help. Cheers, Brenda -- Brenda Platt Institute for Local Self-Reliance 927 15th Street, NW, 4th Fl Washington, DC 20005 202-898-1610 ext. 230 www.ilsr.org _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From dmhill at aol.com Tue Sep 29 12:00:49 2009 From: dmhill at aol.com (dmhill@aol.com) Date: Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:00:49 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Iron Contect in Compost In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <8CC0F3D8766C397-55A4-67F@webmail-m067.sysops.aol.com> Brian, A simple question doesn't always elicit a simple answer ("depends on soil pH", "depends on crop", etc.) and sometimes it elicits additional questions ("what type of iron -elemental?", "chelated?", "iron in compounds?") but in this case, your lucky. At the Baltimore City 9biosloids) Composting Facility we had between 4-8% iron on a continual basis. (That's a lot). Variation was mostly from the amount of flocculent (ferric sulfate, the floc. used in Baltimore City) needed. With ComPro at Site II, it was a pretty steady 4% - still a goodly amount. I positioned both products for primarily turf application based on the amount of iron. It provided the customer with excellent green-up and without pushing an excessive amount of nitrogen growth. Milorganite is 6% iron because of the flocculent and because additional ferric sulfate is added as for odor mitigation. Other commercial products such as Ironite are as much as 12% iron. In general, manure composts have higher Iron content than non-manure composts. Iron becomes much more phyto-available as the soil pH is reduced. The downside of elevated iron (as it applies to biosolids compost) is that according to the 503 regs., compost with greater than 4% iron cannot be used for field application where cattle are to be grazed: There is concern for cattle with ingesting the compost and having other nutrient deficiencies can cause bovine ironosis. I hope this practical answer helps. David Hill CycleLogic Environmental Consulting/Business Development www.mycyclelogic.com -----Original Message----- From: BfleuryWeCare at aol.com To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Sent: Mon, Sep 28, 2009 4:34 pm Subject: [USCC] Iron Contect in Compost Does anyone have information on acceptable ranges of iron in compost? I understand that Iron is good, but....How much is too much? Thank you in advance for your responses. Brian C. Fleury Senior Project Manager WeCare Organics, LLC PO Box 785 Hillburn, NY 10931 (O) 845 / 753 / 2314 (F) 845 / 753 / 2349 (C) 315 / 374 / 5098 bfleurywecare at aol.com _www.wecareorganics.com_ (http://www.wecareorganics.com/) _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 _____________________________________________________________________________ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org From s.cook at ccpeat.com Tue Sep 29 06:18:38 2009 From: s.cook at ccpeat.com (Stephen Cook) Date: Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:18:38 -0400 Subject: [USCC] Iron Contect in Compost In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <9E4C4E9DA72348CC9E42BFC9BA68BDDB@stevePC> As a supplier of horticultural growing media, I use the range of .30 to 3.0ppm. This is for soluble iron using the pour through method of sample collection. This does not include iron from insoluble sources such as iron oxide. Many universities have web sites that state desirable iron content in growing media. Preferable iron levels are specific to the crop grown. Stephen M. Cook C&C Peat Co., Inc. 1650 CR470 Okahumpka, FL 34762 (o) 352-323-8213 (f) 352-365-0367 s.cook at ccpeat.com -----Original Message----- From: compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com [mailto:compost-bounces at mailman.cloudnet.com] On Behalf Of BfleuryWeCare at aol.com Sent: Monday, September 28, 2009 4:34 PM To: compost at mailman.cloudnet.com Subject: [USCC] Iron Contect in Compost Does anyone have information on acceptable ranges of iron in compost? I understand that Iron is good, but....How much is too much? Thank you in advance for your responses. Brian C. Fleury Senior Project Manager WeCare Organics, LLC PO Box 785 Hillburn, NY 10931 (O) 845 / 753 / 2314 (F) 845 / 753 / 2349 (C) 315 / 374 / 5098 bfleurywecare at aol.com _www.wecareorganics.com_ (http://www.wecareorganics.com/) _______________________________________ Join us as the US Composting Council's 18th Annual Conference & Trade Show, January 24-27, 2010 at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, FL. The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry. The Most Comprehensive Program of Training Courses, Educational & Technical Presentations, and Facility Tours & "Live" Equipment Demonstrations at the Disney/Reedy Creek Composting Facility. Conference Highlights & Program, Registration forms, Exhibitor Information and Sponsorship Opportunities available at the USCC website www.compostingcouncil.org or call the USCC at 631.737.4931 ____________________________________________________________________________ _ Compost maillist - compost at mailman.cloudnet.com http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost _______________________________________ This list is a service provided by the US Composting Council (USCC). (c) Copyright 2004 United States Composting Council - All rights reserved Opinions expressed do not necessarily represent the USCC, the Foundation, or the Board of Directors. Non-members of USCC are encouraged to join the Council through its website at: http://www.compostingcouncil.org/membership.cfm Members posting CC copies to the list and other addresses may have their posting privileges suspended. For discussion list policies and information regarding subscribing, unsubscribing, digest or other options, go to: http://mailman.cloudnet.com/mailman/listinfo/compost For additional help in unsubcribing or to report bugs and problems, send a message to the List Manager at compostlistmanager at compostingcouncil.org