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Marvin Hayes is spreading 'compost fever' in Baltimore's neighborhoods. He thinks it might save the city
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Marvin Hayes is spreading 'compost fever' in Baltimore's neighborhoods. He thinks it might save the city

The founder of the Baltimore Compost Collective wants Baltimore to ditch trash incineration, fight climate change and grow healthier food. “We’re going to spread some compost love in this city,” he says.

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A Gary, Indiana plant would make jet fuel from trash and plastic. Residents are pushing back

Fulcrum BioEnergy says its “sustainable aviation fuel” will divert waste from Chicago-area landfills and reduce airline carbon emissions. But critics say there’s nothing sustainable about it—and even question its viability.

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