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Naperville Tests Compost Dropoff Ahead Of Possible 2025 Expansion
Naperville is considering expanding its composting program in 2025, but will first test two collection locations through Dec. 15.
NAPERVILLE, IL — Naperville plans to test two new compost drop-off sites to see whether to expand its compost collection program in 2025, per a memo from the city manager's office. Currently, residents can rent a composting container from Groot Industries to compost food waste, yard debris and other acceptable organic items.
The experimental program will introduce composting drop-off at the following locations:
- CNG Station, 1720 W. Jefferson Ave.
- Former park-and-ride lot at Wolf's Crossing Road and 91st Street
As of Oct. 7, up to 30 carts will be placed at each location, allowing residents to drop off their scraps to be composted. Groot plans to collect the compostable items regularly and monitor usage.
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The program will conclude Dec. 15. Once data is evaluated, Naperville and Groot may opt to make the spots permanent, conclude the program or consider expanding it further.
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