FREE COMPOSTING
for Newport Residents
Join the two year pilot program
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Includes Curbside Bin and Liners
Clear guidelines of What's Compostable
Program runs Oct. 5th 2025 to Oct 2nd 2027
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The Easiest Way to Compost
Line & Fill Your Bin
If it grows, it goes in the bin. We accept all food scraps and more. Certified compostable liners keep your food scraps contained and easy to manage.
We'll Swing By & Empty It
Place your bin on the curb by 6 am. We take the material to our compost facilities that handle the dirty work.
Get Compost Back
In the spring receive a voucher for a FREE cubic foot bag of compost. Plus discounts on bulk compost and soil blends delivered to your yard.
Pilot Program Details
Overview
The 2 year program offers free weekly curbside compost collection for up to 1,500 households and will run from September 18, 2025 to September 18, 2027. After two years, service will continue at the standard subscription rate.
Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District sponsors this pilot through a grant from 11th Hour Racing and funding from the Town of Barrington.
Pricing
Subscription Plan for Weekly Food Scrap Collection
It's FREE (That's a savings of $199.99 / year for weekly compost collection)! Thanks to 11th Hour Racing, The City of Newport and Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District for sponsering this program.
Free Bin Starter Kit ($36 value)
New participants will receive a 13 gallon wheeled tote with locking lid and 15 compostable bin liners.
Disclaimer: Our signup form requires an payment method to be entered, but DON'T WORRY, you will not be charged!
Frequently Asked Questions
Any year-round Newport resident, that can be served by Black Earth Compost, is eligible to sign up for the program. We can work with households living in condominiums or multifamily housing.
The bin will need to be in a location our drivers can spot and drive to easily.
If you are a seasonal resident you can still participate in curbside compost collection outside the pilot with a private pay subscription. Please contact us directly at service@blackearthcompost.com to sign up.
The program is first-come, first-serve for up to 1,500 residents. A wait list will be maintained if the pilot program reaches capacity or you can enroll in private pay service outside the pilot.
All new Black Earth customers will receive a free starter kit, which includes a 13-gallon curbside bin and 15 liners for the curbside bin.
Bin liners are required as they will help keep your bin clean. After the first roll of liners is provided in the starter kit, participants are responsible for securing their own liners. All liners must be certified compostable by Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI), Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA), or TUV and have their logo printed directly on each bag. Liners can be purchased through Black Earth in the Shop section of your online account, but you are not required to purchase liners through Black Earth. Doubled-up brown paper bags can also be used as a liner when the temperature is above freezing. Learn more about purchasing liners here.
Yes, you will receive a detailed compost guide to print and put on your refrigerator about what can and not be composted with our service. In addition you will have an online account to access helpful resources and manage your service.
Existing Newport customers will be transferred into the pilot program automatically. No action is needed. However, space is limited in the program and the pilot aims to encourage as many new households as possible to begin composting. If you would like to leave your spot for a new Newport composter, and remain on your existing every-other-week service at full price, contact us to let us know.
Existing customers are not eligible for a free starter kit. Customers who have time remaining on their service plan at the start of the pilot will receive a credit on their account.
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What Can Go In Your Green Compost Bin
If it grows, it goes!
We accept:
A Path to a Greener Future
By converting food scraps into compost, we contribute to a healthier planet
Reduce Waste up to 40%
Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Improve Soil Health
Reduce Use of Artificial Fertilizers
Limited Spots Available
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