Barrington | Black Earth Compost

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JOIN THE BRISTOL AND BARRINGTON, RI COMPOST PILOTS! Get a Free Bin Starter Kit and Deeply Discounted Collection Service for Two Years.

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Barrington Curbside Compost Pilot Program

Deeply discounted weekly food scrap collection for two years, starting September 18, 2025.

66% off the first year
33% off the second year
Plus, a FREE Starter Kit!

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Participation is as easy as...

1.

Sort Your Food Scraps
We accept all organic material including meat, bones, dairy and other items not typically accepted for backyard composting. View the detailed list.

2.

We Swing By and Empty Your Bin
Place your bin on the curb by 6 am. We require your food scraps be contained within a certified compostable bag. 

3.

Get Finished Compost
In the spring receive a voucher for a cubic foot bag of compost and discounts on bulk compost and soil blends. 

“Great service. I love that we can compost a broader range of food with curbside composting than we can on our own, meaning less goes into the landfill. The process couldn't be easier - get the bin and the bags, fill it up, put it out on collection day. The free bag of compost each year is a fun extra. Highly recommend.” - Alan Bunce

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Pilot Pricing

Through this program, up to 500 households can receive a discounted rate on curbside compost collection and a free Bin Starter Kit. The pilot will run for two years, from September 18, 2025 to September 18, 2027. The first year a 66% discount will be applied on the subscription plan, followed by a 33% discount the second year. Plus, new participants will receive a free Starter Kit. Once the pilot ends, Sept 18th, 2027, collection will continue at the full price. 

Subscription Plan for Weekly Food Scrap Collection

First Year:
$66.66/year (66% off $199.99)

Second Year:
$133.33/year (33% off $199.99)

Free Bin Starter Kit ($36 value)
New participants will receive a 13 gallon wheeled tote with locking lid and 15 compostable bin liners.

Density Discount: If Barrington gets to 500 sign ups prior to the start of the program the subscription price will be reduced to $149.99/year so encourage your friends to participate! If Barrington gets to 500 after the start of the program, the reduced price will be auto applied to your renewal payment.

About the Pilot Program

The pilot program is brought to you in partnership with 11th Hour Racing, Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District and the Town of Barrington.

How long is the program?
The program is funded for two years, from September 18, 2025 through September 18, 2027.

Who can sign up?
Any year round Barrington household that can be served by Black Earth Compost is eligible to sign up for the program. We can work with households living in condominiums or multifamily housing. The bin will need to be in a location our drivers can spot and drive to easily.

If you are a seasonal resident you can still participate in curbside compost collection outside the pilot with a private pay subscription. Please contact us directly at service@blackearthcompost.com to sign up.

The program is first-come, first-serve. A wait list will be maintained if the pilot program reaches capacity or you can enroll outside the pilot.

What are the other ways to compost in Barrington? Free food scrap drop off is available at the Barrington Farm School through their Community Composting Program. 

Will I get a bin when I sign up?
All new Black Earth customers will receive a free starter kit, which includes a 13-gallon curbside bin and liners for the curbside bin. Starter kits will be delivered one-two weeks prior to the first pick up.

Do I need bin liners?
Bin liners are required as they will help keep your bin clean. After the first roll of liners is provided in the starter kit, participants are responsible for securing their own liners. All liners must be certified compostable by Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI), Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA), or TUV and have their logo printed directly on each bag. Liners can be purchased through Black Earth in the Shop section of your online account, but you are not required to purchase liners through Black Earth. Doubled-up brown paper bags can also be used as a liner when the temperature is above freezing. Learn more about purchasing liners here.

Will I receive information about what goes in my bin?
Yes, you will receive a detailed compost guide to print and put on your refrigerator about what can and not be composted with our service. In addition you will have an online account to access helpful resources and manage your service.

Why Participate in Curbside Food Scrap Collection?

Reduce Waste and Conserve Valuable Landfill Space
The Rhode Island Johnston Landfill is scheduled to reach capacity in 2046. At the same time the cost of waste disposal is increasing, while up to 30% of household waste could be composted at one of our industrial compost facilities.

Improve Soil Health
Finished compost, when added to soil, improves moisture retention and adds nutrients and organic matter that improve soil and plant health. The compost is used on local farms and backyard gardens to grow food and strength our food security.

Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
In the landfill, food scraps break down anaerobically and generate methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. In the compost pile they break down aerobically, without methane emission. In addition, compost, when added to soil, is proven to draw down carbon from the atmosphere.

Improve Our Waterways
Compost lessens our dependence on artificial fertilizers that pollute our waterways.

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