Honolulu's GROW Compost Pilot | Honolulu News

Honolulu’s new GROW compost pilot program is turning food scraps into soil—but not without bugs, confusion, and a few stinky surprises. Starting April 1, residents in select neighborhoods are tossing food waste (no liquids) into green carts, which now double as compost bins. While early data looks promising and participation is climbing, pests like maggots and flies are scaring off some folks. The city’s offering tips to fight odors and pests: freeze scraps, layer with yard waste, sprinkle baking soda or coffee grounds, and keep carts closed and shaded. And no, the garbage disposal isn’t the answer—it clogs pipes and harms wastewater systems. Fats, oils, and grease? Stick to the trash. The goal? A greener city, one composted scrap at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/215e47fd564f5697