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Original language
English
Original title of the resource
ILSR Guide to Composting Onsite at Schools
English translation of the title
Organization
Institute for Local Self‑Reliance
Year of the publication
2018
Keyword
Whole Institution Approach / Whole School Approach
Keyword
Participation
Keyword
Sustainable Practices
Format
Website / Online Platform
Vocational/professional sector
 
Sector
Various sectors
What is the resource about?
Developed by the Institute for Local Self‑Reliance, this guide introduces schools to simple onsite composting with 2‑ or 3‑bin systems and explains the essentials of setting up, managing and troubleshooting composting on school grounds. It also draws on a practical toolkit that helps schools implement and maintain these systems effectively.
What is the resource about? (in English)
Why is the resource useful for VET actors?
It offers a ready‑to‑use, practical model that helps teachers and students turn food scraps into compost for school gardens, building hands‑on skills in waste reduction, soil health and sustainable resource management. [ilsr.org]
Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)
Link
https://ilsr.org/article/composting-for-community/ilsr-guide-to-composting-onsite-at-schools/