Free compost for residents on National Compost Day 2026
On March 28, residents can collect free loose compost or buy bagged compost at a low cost as part of National Compost Day. This initiative rewards efforts to recycle organic waste into valuable resources like biogas and compost, benefiting both the environment and your garden.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | National Compost Day |
| Date | Saturday, March 28, 2026 |
| Time | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Location | Municipal yard, Ampèrestraat 2, Nieuwveen |
| Free loose compost | Yes |
| Cost per bag of compost | €1.00 |
| Cost for three bags | €2.50 |
| Maximum bags per car | 12 |
| Supplies | While supplies last |
Local municipalities play a key role in waste management and recycling initiatives, encouraging residents to participate in sustainable practices. By organizing events like National Compost Day, they promote environmental awareness and provide tangible benefits to the community.
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Compost Action for Residents
Saturday, March 28, 2026 is National Compost Day. On this day, we thank residents who dispose of their vegetable, fruit, and garden waste, as well as food scraps, separately. This waste is processed into valuable raw materials, such as biogas and compost. Residents can collect free loose compost that day.
Collecting compost
You can collect compost on Saturday, March 28, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the municipal yard on Ampèrestraat 2 in Nieuwveen. Good to know:
- Loose compost is free.
- A bag of compost costs €1.00.
- Three bags cost €2.50.
- You can purchase a maximum of twelve bags per car. This way, everyone gets a chance.
- Make sure loose compost does not fall from your trailer onto the road.
- While supplies last.