W.2.1.BEducate residents on food waste reduction and home composting options and provide residents access to drop-off composting while the feasibility of curbside composting is assessed.

Food waste prevention and composting can reduce emissions and lower disposal costs, but residents need convenient options and clear guidance. This action educates residents on reducing food waste and using home composting systems while also expanding access to drop-off composting during evaluation of curbside composting feasibility. Drop-off provides an immediate diversion pathway and helps gauge participation and logistics. Success looks like increased awareness and behavior change around food waste, higher use of compost drop-off sites, better data on demand and operational needs, and a clearer decision pathway for whether curbside composting makes sense for Plymouth.