Vermont Organics Recycling Summit + Free Tours
When: Apr 30-May 1, 2025
URL: https://www.compostingvermont.org/vors-2025
The 2025 Summit will be held on Wednesday, April 30th, at the Randolph campus of Vermont State University. The day will include a hybrid plenary in the morning, followed by lunch and in-person-only sessions; the day will conclude with a social networking event nearby. This year, VORS is highlighting the connections between sustainable communities and compost. We're especially excited for the keynote from Michael Martinez, Founder and Executive Director of L.A. Compost. Michael's leadership in building community-based composting systems has inspired grassroots efforts across the country, and his insights will set an inspiring tone for the day.
- When: Wed, Apr 30, 2025 from 8 AM - 4 PM
- Where: Randolph Campus of VSU 113 Judd Dr. Randolph Center, VT 05061
- Cost varies - see website for program details and registration levels.
- The morning program is available via Zoom for free.
On Thursday, May 1st, VNAP is offering one of the FREE tours!
VNAP Compost Tour (Middlebury): 10 AM - Noon
The Foster Brothers Farm has been an innovator for decades. They opened the first anaerobic digester in Vermont, started the composting enterprise VT Natural Ag Products (VNAP) 25 years ago, and were awarded the U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award in 2016. Join Robert Foster (VNAP), Brian Jerose (Agrilab Technologies) and Sashti Balasundaram (WeRadiate) for a tour of the VNAP compost facility to explore their cutting-edge composting operation and see innovative technologies in action, including Agrilab Technologies' compost aeration heat recovery system and WeRadiate’s digital data collection equipment. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about sustainable composting practices and the latest advancements in organic waste management!
- Parking/Meeting spot: The main VNAP office at 297 Lower Foote St, Middlebury, VT 05753
- Close-toed shoes required. Be prepared for some mud.
- There is a bathroom in the barn next to the main office.
See details at www.compostingvermont.org/vors-2025#Thursday. All tours are free, but registration is required so we can plan accordingly.
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VORS is hosted by the Composting Association of Vermont (CAV) and the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources, Department of Environmental Conservation (ANR/DEC). CAV is a nonprofit organization that promotes organics recycling that protects and benefits the environment. ANR/DEC is dedicated to protecting and improving the health of Vermont's people and ecosystems and promoting the sustainable use of Vermont's natural resources.