Composting is far from underground now. The practice has blossomed into a movement. In much of the world, compost has even spread from the backyard to the curb. Yet its role in our sustainability imperative can grow much more.
Eco-friendly communities around the world are making composting part of their efforts. From Serenbe, Georgia to Earthsong, New Zealand, people are living with the environment in mind to various degrees–practicing green construction, organic and well-managed gardening, recycling, reliance on renewable power, and sharing of housing amenities.