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Commercial Composting

Composting is the natural, biological decomposition of organic matter by fungi, bacteria, insects, worms and other organisms. Successful composting entails the management of the decomposition process so that it is relatively quick, safe and clean. The following publication aims to provide existing or prospective operators of composting facilities with the background information needed for consideration when establishing a commercial composting operation.

Commercial Composting Guide pdf (419.1 KB)

Contact Details

Environment Protection Authority

Postal Address

GPO Box 158
Canberra ACT 2601

Street Address

12 Wattle Street
Lyneham ACT

Contact Number

13 22 81

Email

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  • Page last updated: 11 April 2012

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