Why Businesses Should Compost
- Reduces space in the landfill
- Reduces greenhouse gases
- Restores nutrients back into the soil
- Rebuilds soil structure and water retention
- Supports plant growth and ecosystem health
Compost Services in Ottawa County
Organicycle
- Accepts all food waste, yard waste, and most paper products
- Cart sizes: 35, 65, or 95 gal
- Weekly collection
- Materials are taken to a facility that they manage
- Visit their website, email at or call to discuss options
Website: organicycle.org
Email: recycle@organicycle.org
Phone: (616) 855-3377
New Soil / Arrowaste
- Accepts all food and yard waste (see list of accepted items), and most paper products
- Commercial dumpsters 2, 4, 6, or 8 cubic yards
- Pick-up schedule depends upon the demand of the area
- Materials are taken to Cocoa Corporation
Website: arrowaste.com
Email: contactus@arrowaste.com
Phone: (616) 748-1955
Republic Services
- Accepts food waste
- Food waste collected in compactors / open tops
- Must be in a roll-off: Unable to pick up from restaurants, most customers are food product manufacturers
- Cost dependent upon location and weight (hauling and disposal costs)
- Materials are taken to Westhore in Holland, MI
Website: republicservices.com
Phone: (616) 494-0561
My Green Michigan
- Accepts all food waste and BPI Certified compostable products
- Cart sizes: 32 or 64 gallon – size can adjust to fit needs over time
- Pickup schedule dependent upon demand in the area (weekly or bi-weekly)
- Costs adjust based on number of carts and service area
- Primary customers: healthcare, schools, and corporate offices
Website: mygreenmi.co
Email: office@mygreenmi.com
Phone: (877) 304-5810
You may also contact your city, township, or village for yard waste disposal options, plus seasonal events like leaf pick-up, storm debris and branches, spring clean-up days, Christmas tree recycling, and more.
Ottawa County Food
Composting Program
Ottawa County offers residential and small business composting programs. Food waste drop-off locations are located at all Environmental Sustainability Centers.
