Q:Can I keep adding to my compost pile over the winter? Will food keep biodegrading in the cold?
Ask the Ecologist
Belle Bergner on local ecology.
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How Can I Decrease My Energy Use?
Q: There are so many ways that I use electricity or burn oil or gas every day. Can you suggest changes to my energy use that will have the most impact?
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Is it Legal to Compost in the City?
Q: Is it legal to compost in the City?
A: It sure is. But some restrictions apply. There is, in fact, a City ordinance for composting. It states that uncooked vegetables cannot be mixed into the pile unless you take a class at a local organization and you must have a certificate showing successful completion. No, we’re not talking about a semester-long class. Composting workshops are only 1-2 hours long and are offered by UW-Extension and some area nonprofits.
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Disposing of Your Old Computer
Q: I am getting a new computer for the new school year. Is it OK to throw away my old computer and other computer accessories?
A: Absolutely not. Computers, computer accessories, and other electronics have loads of heavy metals, gases and other toxic substances including arsenic, barium and mercury that should be reclaimed by an authorized computer recycler and kept out of landfills. Older computer monitors and televisions are particularly harmful to our environment because of the lead they contain.
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