Buckets, chickens and worms: Schools reduce cafeteria food waste through compost, shared tables

Schools are often a hub for food waste: Parts of lunches brought from home don’t get eaten, or perhaps the cafeteria menu isn’t all that appetizing. But recovery, recycling and composting have cut food waste at many schools and provide a learning opportunity for students.

Nov 6, 2026 - 19:00
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Buckets, chickens and worms: Schools reduce cafeteria food waste through compost, shared tables
Schools are often a hub for food waste: Parts of lunches brought from home don’t get eaten, or perhaps the cafeteria menu isn’t all that appetizing. But recovery, recycling and composting have cut food waste at many schools and provide a learning opportunity for students.

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