Acceptable Compostable Bags and Liners
Options for lining your kitchen pail or green cart include:
- Compostable bag
- Paper bag
- Newspaper
- Nothing
If using a compostable bag, it must have one of these symbols:
Compostable bags are available at most grocery, hardware and pet retailers in Airdrie.
| Compostable bags | Biodegradable or oxo-biodegradable bags |
|---|---|
| Made from a food by-product such as corn starch and break down into compost | Are made from plastic |
| Are usually opaque and feel softer than plastic bags | Plastic bags prevent the flow of air, which is required during the composting process |
| Guaranteed to completely break down during the composting process | Break apart into small plastic pieces, which do not completely decompose |
| Have a certified compostable logo | Diminishes the quality of the finished compost |
Acceptable Compostable Bag Options (not limited to these):
Green Bins should be placed on the edge of the street no later than 7:00 AM on collection day.
