Composting is more than just tossing scraps into a bin—it’s a climate solution. This blog dives into the impact of food waste, the power of composting to reduce methane emissions, and how local efforts in Durango—from Table to Farm’s growing services to 4CORE’s hands-on waste audits—are turning trash into transformation.

Most of us know the environmental advantages of switching from fossil fuels to beneficial electrification. But what is sometimes overlooked is the cascade of public health benefits that are also present.

In the heart of Durango, Colorado, 4CORE Green-Certified business owner and Cream Bean Berry founder Katie Burford faced a challenge: how to serve up delicious, homemade artisanal ice cream while minimizing her environmental impact.