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D.C. Rolls Out Bright Buckets to Combat Compost Theft

5/8/2025

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The D.C. Department of Public Works is taking action after the theft of over 4,000 compost buckets since August 2023. In response, they are rolling out eye-catching bright orange buckets and have introduced 30 innovative “smart bins” throughout the city, aiming to revitalize and strengthen the composting initiative.

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Story summary

The D.C. Department of Public Works is taking action after the theft of over 4,000 compost buckets since August 2023. In response, they are rolling out eye-catching bright orange buckets and have introduced 30 innovative “smart bins” throughout the city, aiming to revitalize and strengthen the composting initiative.