As families settle into new school-year routines, it’s the perfect time to make composting part of the everyday. From lunchbox leftovers to weeknight dinners, see how small habits can keep food scraps out of the trash and turn them into something good.

Standing on the Fan Fest KC lawn with leftover food and wrappers wondering where it all goes? The short answer: almost everything holding your food is 100% compostable! Here is your lightning-fast guide to using the Orange Compost Cans and keeping Kansas City green.

In Kansas City, preparations are already underway to welcome an estimated 650,000 visitors from around the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This event will bring energy, excitement and increased demand across the city. Food waste strains landfill capacity and increases disposal costs. This influx of visitors is sure to put a strain on our local waste disposers and food establishments.