Park Ridge now offers three simple ways to compost.
Pick the one that works for you:
Pick the one that works for you:
Food waste makes up nearly half of what we throw away—and when it ends up in landfills, it creates methane, a greenhouse gas 85x more powerful than CO₂. Composting is an easy, effective way to cut waste, build healthy soil, and protect the climate.
Drop-Off
Free, easy, and open to all.
Bring your food scraps to designated collection sites around Park Ridge—no sign-up needed. Locations include: Triangle Lot (across from the library) & Dee Road Metra Station |
Pick-Up
Compost made easy, right from your door. Sign up with our partner, Collective Resource Compost Cooperative, for affordable curbside pickup. They’ll swap out clean, odor-free containers on your schedule. Plans start at $27/month.
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Backyard/DIY
Turn your own food and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost—right at home. A good fit for those who want to take full control of their food waste.
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