About 37% of Vail’s waste that is sent to the landfill could be composted. When this type of organic waste enters the landfill it creates methane gas which is a powerful greenhouse gas that is over 30 times more potent than carbon dioxide. Composting organic material not only creates nutrient rich soil that supports new plant growth, but also is one solution to reduce impacts of climate change. There are opportunities to compost here in Vail!

Vail Honeywagon Subscription Drop Off Program

If you live in Vail and are interested in composting, you can sign up for the Vail Honeywagon subscription compost drop off program. You receive a 5-gallon locking bucket and code to the lock on the compost dumpster at the Vail Recycling Center. Find more information or enroll here.

West Vail Curbside Compost Pilot Program

Live in West Vail and interested in weekly curbside compost pick up? Learn more about the Curbside Compost Program

Business Compost Pilot Program

Interested in starting or improving your compost program at your business? Learn more about the Business Compost Program

Special Events

The Town of Vail provides composting opportunities at special events through the Celebrate Green! program. Contact us for more information on greening your event.