How Does Kalsec Turn Organic Waste into Soil?
Kalsec’s composting operation transforms spent plant material into a valuable soil amendment, creating a closed-loop system that reduces waste and supports long-term sustainability.
A Closed-Loop Approach to Sustainability
At Kalsec, composting is built on a simple idea. Organic material should not be treated as waste. Instead, it can be returned to the soil to support future growth.
This closed-loop approach starts with plant material grown in the ground, processed into ingredients, and ultimately returned to the soil as a nutrient-rich amendment.
How the Composting Process Works
The composting process relies on a balanced mix of materials. Nitrogen-rich inputs, such as chili spent, act as greens, while carbon-rich materials, like rosemary spent, act as browns.
This balance creates the proper carbon-to-nitrogen ratio needed for effective decomposition, similar to backyard composting but at a much larger scale.
Each compost batch is carefully managed and typically takes about eight weeks to complete from start to finish.
By composting instead of landfilling, Kalsec keeps nearly eight million pounds of organic material out of landfills each year.
This practice has been part of the company’s approach for decades, reflecting a long-standing commitment to sustainability that existed well before B Corp certification.
Using Business as a Force for Good
Today, Kalsec’s composting operation is one example of how the company continues to put its values into action.
By turning waste into a resource and reducing environmental impact, Kalsec demonstrates how business can be used as a force for good while supporting long-term sustainability goals.
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