Malvern residents encouraged to go green this summer to save money

Worcestershire County Council's Waste Prevention Team is asking the residents of Malvern to think green this summer and start producing their own compost.

Together with volunteer Master Composters the team will be out and about in Malvern to meet with the community, offering support and advice and passing on their years of composting knowledge over the next couple of months.  There will be displays and road shows at local businesses, in the town centre and at other public buildings.

Malvern residents will also be encouraged to get composting this summer with the help of the discounted compost bins, available to local residents.  Compost bins are still at the bargain price of £8 plus £5 delivery, with other offers such as buying one and getting one half price. 

Councillor Bronwen Behan, Portfolio Holder for Environment Control at Malvern Hills District Council said:
"The aim of this initiative is to enlighten the residents of Malvern about composting opportunities. Compost serves as a very nutritious food for the plants, fruit and vegetables, and is essential to their growth, it is also a much cheaper substitute for fertilisers."

"The summer is a great time of year to start composting as gardens are in full bloom. Compost can be created at a low cost in the comfort of your own premises by collecting materials such as grass cuttings, food leftovers etc."

Master Composters Jeremy Thomas and Christine Jones

Residents who would like to know more about composting can find out more in person at:

• Malvern Community Hospital – 1^st June – 8^th June
• Malvern Food Festival – Saturday 2^nd June
• Malvern Library 11^th – 25^th June

Other events are being planned so keep an eye out for the team when you are out and about.  Many local shops and businesses are also supporting the campaign by displaying leaflets and posters.  Malvern residents who are able to promote or support the campaign are also encouraged to get in touch.

For more information about composting and waste prevention visit http://www.letswasteless.com/  or to buy a low cost compost bin visit http://www.getcomposting.com/  or call 0844 571 4444