Green bin

While it is true that home composting can also serve this purpose, the green bin programs are viewed as being more convenient and more inclusive of source materials.

Compost made of biodegradable materials create a healthy foundation to plant additional greens.

The food won't stick to the bottom of the bin allowing for more time to rot and the layer serves as an absorber for excess moisture.

"[3] By diverting organic waste from landfills, the environmental impact of methane gas emissions is minimized.

In essence, utilization of green bins fosters environmental health and reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional waste disposal methods.

In Durham Region, some residents object to a requirement to use biodegradable liner bags, which adds a cost to the home-owner that does not exist in Toronto.

The York Region and Toronto Green Bin programs allow residents to use regular plastic grocery sacks as liner bags.