Composting has an image problem, even here. Most Portland area residents say they compost yard debris rather than send it to the landfill. But the junk from our kitchens -- the banana peels, apple ...

Composting is a great way to recycle while adding more activity to your day. The good news is you don’t need a yard to do it. Composting bins are available, and as long as you know what you can and ...

Starre Vartan is an environmental and science journalist. She holds an MFA degree from Columbia University and Geology and English degrees from Syracuse University. Hot composting is the process ...