| Commercial Food Waste |
Food waste collection is now available through WM as a subscription service for Troutdale businesses, schools, and assisted living facilities.
Why compost?
Did you know that up to 30% of commercial garbage is composed of food and compostable material?
The Oregon Metro regional government requires many businesses across the region to collect food waste. By March 31, 2023, businesses that generate 1,000 pounds or more of food waste per week (approximately four full 60-gallon roll carts) must separate food scraps for composting or donation. Businesses that generate 500 pounds or more of food waste per week (approximately two full 60-gallon roll carts) must begin compost collection by September 30, 2023, and businesses that generate 250 pounds or more of food waste per week (approximately one 60-gallon roll cart) must begin by September 30, 2024.
WM is ready to help your business reduce food waste through compost collection. Instead of sending food waste to a landfill, our service turns it into nutrient-rich compost.
- Only collect Food Waste.
- Do not collect: liquids, paper products, packaging, or anything that is not food.
- Do not collect compostable packaging and utensils.
- WM service includes a collection container sized to fit your needs and all the information you need to make collection convenient at your location.
To sign up for compost collection or if you would like additional information, please contact WM Customer Service at pnwcmservices@wm.com or call 800-808-5901.
