Category: Alternative Technologies

ALT.214-Compost Aeration and Heat Recovery Systems in the US and C…-AC26.USCC

This session highlights Agrilab Technologies’ (AGT) compost aeration and heat recovery (CAHR) systems, installed across eight U.S. states and Ontario, with a pending project in Quebec. President Brian Jerose will share examples—including Millson Forestry Services in Ontario and Windham Solid Waste Management District in Vermont—demonstrating how CAHR systems improve compost site efficiency, reduce labor and… Continue reading ALT.214-Compost Aeration and Heat Recovery Systems in the US and C…-AC26.USCC

ALT.300-Expanding Composting Processing Capacity with Heat Recover…-AC26.USCC

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… Continue reading ALT.300-Expanding Composting Processing Capacity with Heat Recover…-AC26.USCC

ALT.213-Inside the Pile – A Practitioners Historical Tour of Compo…-AC26.USCC

This presentation explores the evolution of compost heat recovery, from pioneering innovations in the 1970s and 1980s to modern applications like compost-heated greenhouses and water heaters. Through historical context and case studies, attendees will learn practical insights and inspiration for integrating compost-powered energy into their own operations. The content of this course is covered by… Continue reading ALT.213-Inside the Pile – A Practitioners Historical Tour of Compo…-AC26.USCC

ALT.112-Localizing Food Waste Processing Through Policy Technolog…-AC25.USCC

Christy Hurlburt from Viably will explore challenges and solutions for expanding food waste processing infrastructure, covering policy, technological advancements, and funding mechanisms to localize food waste processing and increase composting capacity. The content of this course is covered by Copyright and Licensing, Privacy and Terms of Service and Use and shall not be reprinted, reused… Continue reading ALT.112-Localizing Food Waste Processing Through Policy Technolog…-AC25.USCC

ALT.113-The Compost “Overs” Challenge: Is Biochar an Answer?-WEB.CREF

Excessive compost overs can create issues for compost operators, such as increased costs and facility safety concerns. This session will discuss how biochar can provide a potential solution to the compost overs challenge, including an overview of biochar production and possibilities for co-composting with biochar.Speakers: Tim O’Neill, David Drinkard, Brendan HarrisonDuration: 90 MinutesCredits: 1.5Member Price:… Continue reading ALT.113-The Compost “Overs” Challenge: Is Biochar an Answer?-WEB.CREF

ALT.212-Use of Microbial Inoculant Compost & Biochar for Revegetation of Degraded Soils-AC24.CREF

Soil, often seen merely as a medium for plant growth, is a vital living resource essential for sustaining life. However, human activities and climate changes can degrade soil health, leading to reduced capacity to support plant growth and ecological diversity. One key indicator of degraded soil is low soil carbon content, which can take years… Continue reading ALT.212-Use of Microbial Inoculant Compost & Biochar for Revegetation of Degraded Soils-AC24.CREF

ALT.211-Use of Biochar and Composted Yardwaste on Citrus and Tomatoes in Florida-AC24.CREF

Biochar, a by-product of pyrolysis, offers numerous benefits to soil health, including improved root penetration, water retention, and nutrient retention. Its application in horticulture, particularly in citrus and tomato production, has shown promising results in increasing fruit yields and improving soil quality. However, the effectiveness of biochar application depends on optimal application rates and frequency,… Continue reading ALT.211-Use of Biochar and Composted Yardwaste on Citrus and Tomatoes in Florida-AC24.CREF

ALT.111-Black Soldier Fly Larve (Hermetia illucens) Frass & Sheddingsas a Compost Ingredient-AC24.CREF

The study aims to assess the viability of utilizing frass from Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) as a compost ingredient by evaluating its composition and impact on compost quality. Four experimental compost piles with varying ratios of BSFL frass and sheddings, along with other nitrogen feedstocks, were developed and analyzed for pH, nutrient content, stability,… Continue reading ALT.111-Black Soldier Fly Larve (Hermetia illucens) Frass & Sheddingsas a Compost Ingredient-AC24.CREF

ALT.110-The Potential of Hermitia illucens as a Method to Efficiently Remove Compost Contamination-AC20.USCC

This video discusses the benefits of black soldier fly larvae in composting, and the experiments being done to determine further uses in material classification. Speakers: David Haines Duration: 11 minutes Credits: 0.5 Member Price: $30.00 Non-Member Price: $52.50 Purchase Course Now