This case study describes the March 2025 opening of a 5,000 sq ft covered compost pad in Brattleboro, Vermont, designed to meet increased food scrap demand and state composting regulations. The facility uses an aerated static pile system with heat recovery, cutting composting time from 6–8 months to 3–4 months. Funded with USDA and Vermont DEC grants plus local funds, it was completed on budget while maintaining full operation. Key features include biofiltered exhaust, recirculated leachate for moisture management, weekly batch loading, and remote system monitoring. The system improves feedstock degradation, enhances product quality, and reduces screen residuals, with future upgrades planned for wireless temperature monitoring and exhaust air heat recovery for compost drying. The content of this course is covered by Copyright and Licensing, Privacy and Terms of Service and Use and shall not be reprinted, reused or re-sold. For full terms visit www.compostu.net.
Speakers: Robert Spencer
Duration: 35 minutes
Credits: 1.0
Member Price: $30.00
Non-Member Price: $52.50
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ALT.300-Expanding Composting Processing Capacity with Heat Recover…-AC26.USCC
