ERIE COUNTY
Plate to Field
This project has been funded in part by the Climate Smart Communities Grant Program, Title 15 of the Environmental Protection Fund through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
From Waste to Wonder
Plate to Field aims to launch a collaborative, community-powered initiative to develop and expand food scrap drop-off programs across local communities in Erie County, NY.
Five participating municipalities will work closely with
Erie County representatives and WeRadiate to co-create a customized organics management plan that reflects the unique strengths, voices, and needs of each community.
A COMMUNITY - LED EFFORT
Empowering Community-Led Waste Solutions
Turning Participation Into Impact
Year-round food scrap collection & compost processing will turn community participation into measurable environmental impact.
Shared leadership and volunteer engagement empower residents to help build sustainable waste solutions for the planet.
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Establish food scrap drop-off locations in five municipalities across Erie County that can act as residential waste collection sites for residents.
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Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers to support composting initiatives, increasing awareness of waste reduction benefits within the community.
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Divert food waste from landfills to composting facilities, contributing measurable reductions in methane and other GHG emissions.
Our Goals
Dear Residents,
Erie County and your local municipality are excited to invite you to join our new food scrap drop-off initiative. Together, we can turn everyday food waste into a valuable resource that nourishes our soil, supports local sustainability, and protects our environment. Whether you’re new to composting or already passionate about reducing waste, your participation makes a real difference.
Thank you for being part of this effort to build a cleaner, greener Erie County!
From Waste to Wonder
Plate to Field aims to launch a collaborative, community-powered initiative to develop and expand food scrap drop-off programs across local communities in Erie County, NY.
THE IMPACT YOU CAN MAKE
Together, we can turn what we throw away into something that nourishes our gardens, parks, and food.
Soil Enrichment
Compost becomes fertilizer that supports green spaces & cuts reliance on chemicals.
Waste Diversion
Every bucket of food scraps keeps hundreds of pounds of waste out of landfills each year.
Cost Savings
Diverting food waste lowers disposal costs, freeing up funds for local programs and services.
Composting turns food scraps into rich soil food instead of harmful methane gas, helping fight climate change and reduce waste.
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Join Us in our efforts to build a sustainable healthier community around us
Trusted by Teams and Leaders
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Upcoming events
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Dream it.
10.21 7:00-8:00PM
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10.21 7:00-8:00PM
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Grow it.
10.21 7:00-8:00PM
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.