The Office of Waste Management uses Vanguard Renewables. The Vanguard Mission states:
We believe that organic waste is an unrealized resource. At Vanguard Renewables, we regenerate waste to its highest and best available use. About Vanguard Renewables
In 2019 UMass Amherst shipped approximately 1,600 tons per year (3 million lbs) of food waste and other compostable material for on-farm composting.
We no longer sell compost.
What Can I Compost?
Use the Composting Locator Chart below to determine whether and what you may compost at your campus location.
| Building | Food Waste (all types) | Leaves and Yard Waste | Animal Bedding |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMass DCs | Yes | No | No |
| Campus Retail Food Outlets | Yes | No | No |
| Res Halls Snack Bars | Yes | No | No |
| N. Apartments | Yes | No | No |
| Day Care | Yes | No | No |
| Some Green Offices | Yes | No | No |
The Following Materials are "Delivered Only" to the Waste Facility (WRTF)
Leaves, Brush, Greenhouse Wastes and Animal Bedding are delivered only to WRTF. These materials are either picked up by OWM staff or delivered to the Waste Recovery and Transfer Facility by Grounds Dept. staff.
