Free compost for residents on March 28: how to get yours and why it matters
On March 28, the municipality will give away free compost to thank residents for separating organic waste. Bring your own containers and arrive early—supplies are limited. This initiative highlights how small efforts in waste separation can benefit your garden and the environment.
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, March 28, 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Locations | 5 distribution points across the municipality (e.g., Sustainability Center Weizigt, Admiraalsplein) |
| What’s Available | Free compost and wood chips (from pruning waste) |
| Requirements | Bring your own containers (e.g., wheelbarrow, bags) and shovels provided on-site |
| Eligibility | Residents only (not for businesses) |
| Organic Waste Facts | 160 kg of organic waste per household/year; can generate green gas for 21 days of cooking |
| Garden Waste Tip | 3 wheelbarrows of coarse garden waste = 6 bags of compost |
The municipality organizes this annual compost distribution as part of its waste management and sustainability efforts. By providing free compost, it encourages residents to separate organic waste, reducing landfill use and promoting a circular economy.
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Compost Day on Saturday, March 28
On Saturday, March 28, the municipality will distribute free compost as a thank-you for separating organic waste. The compost will be available between 10:00 and 16:00 at various locations. Be sure to arrive early, as supplies are limited. Do not take more than you need at home—smaller quantities are also better for plants, ensuring there is enough for everyone.
What is compost?
Compost is nutrient-rich soil made from vegetable, fruit, and garden waste (organic waste). It benefits plants and improves garden soil.
Note: Too much compost can make the soil overly rich, which may hinder plant growth or even cause them to die.
Locations
- Krispijn: Sustainability Center Weizigt, Van Baerleplantsoen 30
- Crabbehof/Wielwijk: Admiraalsplein, near the parking areas on the Van Kinsbergenstraat side
- Sterrenburg/Dubbeldam: Parking areas near the apartment building on Blaauwweg, on the Jagerweg side
- Binnenstad/Reeland/Staart: Energy House
- Stadspolder: Loswalweg ’t Vissertje parking lot
This year, Weizigt will also offer wood chips made from Dordt pruning waste. Wood chips are excellent for gardens: they suppress unwanted plant growth, retain moisture, and improve soil structure.
Bring your own containers
Residents must arrange their own transport, such as a wheelbarrow or trailer. Also bring your own bins or bags. Shovels and brooms will be provided. The compost day is intended for residents only, not businesses.
Separating organic waste pays off
An average household produces about 160 kilograms of organic waste per year. Some of this unnecessarily ends up in the residual waste bin. This is a shame, as organic waste is used to produce green gas. A full organic waste bin can generate enough gas for:
- 21 days of cooking
- Almost a full day of heating a home
Coarse garden waste can also be turned into compost. Three wheelbarrows of coarse garden waste yield six bags of compost. Coarse garden waste can be dropped off at the waste collection point on Baanhoekweg.