What if the banana peel on your counter, last night’s coffee grounds or the leaves piling up outside could reduce waste, build healthier soil and strengthen local communities? In Philadelphia, organic materials like these hold enormous untapped potential.

In this episode of Circle Up, hosts Candice Lawton and Sam Wittchen dig into composting as one of the most powerful and practical circular solutions we have. They explore why organic waste is such an important piece of Philadelphia’s sustainability puzzle and how transforming it can create real benefits for neighborhoods, growers, and the regional economy.

Listeners also get a behind-the-scenes look at two local innovators turning food scraps into impact. Tim Bennett of Bennett Compost shares how his team serves thousands of households and businesses each week, producing nutrient-ric ...