The Town of Concord operated a Community Compost Pilot Program from February 2022 through July 2025 to explore interest and feasibility of a shared food waste drop-off option for residents. The program generated strong participation and helped raise awareness about food waste diversion. However, the pilot also experienced recurring challenges — including bin contamination and overflow, which limited the program’s long-term viability. Considering these concerns, the pilot program has been officially concluded as of July 2025.

The Climate Action Committee, in collaboration with Town staff, is evaluating the outcomes of the pilot program and exploring alternative options. Please take our survey so that we can learn more about how you compost in Concord.

In the meantime, residents may choose to explore curbside composting services offered by local private vendors. These services are available for both residential and commercial properties. Participation is entirely optional, and the Town does not promote or endorse any specific provider. Currently, 9.6% of Concord households have contracts for curbside composting.

RecyclingWorks is a recycling assistance program funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection that helps businesses and institutions reduce waste and maximize recycling reuse, and food recovery opportunities. Visit the RecylcingWorks website to learn more about reducing waste in businesses and institutions. Recycling Assistance for Businesses & Institutions - RecyclingWorks Massachusetts

Take the survey!

Thank you for your participation in the pilot program.  We hope you will take the survey to provide the Climate Action Committee and Town staff with valuable feedback on the program which can be inform future efforts.  Survey is linked from the image on the right.