Compost Pick Up by Bike! Taking compost to the next level of Green

A number of diverse entrepreneurs and groups have started compost pick up services by bike, providing completely sustainable operations.  The videos featured below come from locations across the country.  One of the largest and most established services is in Austin, TX.  Be sure to check out ‘Carter’s Compost’, about an 8 year old Michigan boy who started his own service. He’s informed, motivated and knows his business.

Below is a list of informative, inspiring, and entertaining video links about compost services by bike:

Compost Pedallers in Austin, TX:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGuehE5XM-g

Gainesville Compost, Gainesville, FL:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYWLsSYHxtA

Bootstrap Compost, Boston, MA:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9tyiT4sWYs

The Pedal Co-op, Philadelphia, PA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZnplxZQkQg&t=68s

Carter’s Compost (8 year old starts pick up business), Travers City, MI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0OulTZK3wg

Santa Cruz Community Compost, Santa Cruz, CA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEqzpA6epD4

This article submitted by Frank Blake, at frankblake@juno.com