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4-10 May: International Compost Awareness Week

Written by WasteMINZ | 04 April 2025

International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) is the largest educational initiative of the composting industry. The goal is to raise awareness of all the benefits when composting food and green organics! New Zealand, though small, plays a significant role in raising awareness about the benefits of composting and enriching our soils.

This year’s theme for ICAW is Sustainable Communities Begin with Compost! Find out more here. 

How you can celebrate ICAW?

 

So, what is happening in New Zealand during ICAW?

There are numerous activities happening around the globe including here in New Zealand. These events feature compost giveaways, educational workshops hosted by various communities, school programs with story-time and gardening activities, as well as online events.

If you want to be included in the calendar below, fill out this form.