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Guidelines for home composters
There is no "best" time to start home composting - in theory, you can start composting at any time of the year.
However, spring and autumn are generally ideal times to start composting, as the milder temperatures encourage the biodegradation of organic waste.
In autumn, dead leaves abound, providing an excellent source of brown matter for your compost.
In spring, you can take advantage of excess (green) garden and kitchen waste to feed your compost.
Here are the steps to follow :
- Choose the right spot
- Use the right bin
- Add the right elements
- Do the right job
The meaning of the logos
In a market flooded with “green” claims, logos are everywhere—but not all of them mean the same thing. Some are self-declared or loosely defined, creating confusion and opening the door to greenwashing.
Only logos issued by independent certification bodies, such as TÜV AUSTRIA OKcert, provide real guarantees. Behind these marks lies a rigorous process based on standards, laboratory testing, and third-party verification. providing a reliable guide for informed choices.
Scam – Greenwashing
Unfortunately, some companies have no scruples about making claims without evidence, inventing logos without any basis, or even misusing existing logos.
The picture above perfectly illustrates this situation, which confuses the public and discredits products that are genuinely biodegradable or compostable.
Definitions and concepts
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