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A gardening segment shows how hollowed-out pumpkins can be used as planters for fall displays. The idea is to fill a carved pumpkin with soil and plants, then either keep the pumpkin as a decorative container or plant the whole thing, letting it compost into the soil. The seasonal tip is circulating among home and garden audiences looking for autumn projects.
- 2Food waste emits five times more greenhouse gases than aviation▼Rotting food waste emits 5 times more greenhouse gases than planes
The UN says food that rots in landfills releases five times more greenhouse gases than the entire aviation industry, making food waste one of the largest sources of methane and other climate-warming emissions. The finding highlights how reducing waste from farms, shops and households could deliver major climate gains. Attention is turning to better composting, food redistribution and household habits as relatively simple ways to cut emissions quickly.
- 3Keurig Alta drops plastic K-Cups for compostable pods●Keurig Alta First-Look: No More Plastic K-Cups Keurig is ready to ditch the K-Cup with a compostable and plastic- and al
Keurig is introducing the Alta coffee brewer, which moves away from the classic plastic K-Cup in favour of a new pod that is compostable and free of plastic and aluminum. Early first-look coverage notes the environmental benefit but flags that the machine and its pods come at a steep price, raising questions about whether buyers will accept the premium for sustainable single-serve coffee.
- 4How To Compost Fall Leaves Into Rich Garden Soil●How To Compost Fall Leaves Into Rich, Healthy Garden Soil
Gardeners are being reminded that fallen autumn leaves are a valuable free resource rather than yard waste. Guidance circulating in gardening media explains how to turn fall leaves into compost that enriches garden soil, covering basic methods for breaking leaves down into nutrient-rich material for beds and planting areas.
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A composting initiative in Cincinnati is being highlighted in climate-focused coverage. The program encourages residents to divert food scraps and organic waste from landfills, reducing methane emissions and supporting city sustainability goals. It has been picked up as an example of how mid-sized American cities are addressing waste and climate change through local programs.