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Pledge: Start my own compost pile

According to the U.S. EPA, each American throws away an average of 1.3 pounds of food scraps daily. It adds up: we’re wasting a lot of resources that could be put to good use.

It may seem overwhelming at first, but getting a compost pile started to create your own, rich fertilizer takes little effort and minimal upkeep. Give this home recycling option a try and see what those banana peels are really made of!

Good job! The first step is making a commitment. The rest is easy. We'll start the pledge; just fill in your goal. Here's an example:

@Earth911 I pledge to start composting by setting up bins at home.

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