Black Earth 2022 OWC

Carbonmark : CMARK-1-2023

Carbonmark : CMARK-1-2022

ANSI National Accreditation Board

Aster Global Environmental Solutions, Inc.

One Earth Fund

The Black Earth 2022 OWC project in Massachusetts, USA, is an organic waste composting initiative operational since December 1, 2021, diverting food waste from landfills to reduce 7,000 tCO2e annually. Verified under the CAR Organic Waste Composting Protocol, it supports climate action and enhances community sustainability.

SWGP - General Permit for Recycling, Composting or Digestion Operation Renewal

General Permit Recycling Composting & Digestion

Black Earth 2022-2023 OWC is an organic waste composting initiative managed by One Earth Fund Inc., operating in Massachusetts, USA. This project transforms residential and commercial food waste into compost, effectively diverting waste from landfills. By avoiding the anaerobic decay of food waste in landfills, the project mitigates greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate action. 

Key Highlights

-Composting facilities utilize advanced windrow and forced aeration technologies, with daily capacities reaching 21 tons across multiple sites. Each site is equipped with material shredders, calibrated weight scales, and aerated floor systems to optimize the composting process. 
-The initiative employs a rigorous monitoring framework that records waste sources, weights, and delivery timelines to ensure data accuracy. Processes are supported by annual audits and compliance with ISO 14064 standards. 
-By eliminating methane emissions associated with landfill decomposition, the project achieves an estimated annual greenhouse gas mitigation of 7,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. 
-Black Earth Compost, a stakeholder in the project, owns and operates the composting facilities, which are also integral to local community engagement and economic activity.

Environmental and Social Benefits

This project contributes significantly to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by reducing food waste, enhancing soil quality, and fostering local employment. The initiative also mitigates potential risks through strict regulatory compliance and ongoing stakeholder consultations.  

Certifications and Additionality
   
The project adheres to the CAR Organic Waste Composting Protocol V1.1 and meets all performance and legal requirements for additionality. It is funded entirely by private donations to the One Earth Fund, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Carbon Credits
  
Black Earth 2022-2023 OWC generates carbon credits validated under the Climate Action Reserve (CAR) and Verra registries, now transitioned to Carbonmark for enhanced project transparency and administrative efficiency

Alternative waste treatment processes

Black Earth 2022-2023 OWC

The Black Earth 2022-2023 OWC project in Massachusetts, USA, is an organic waste composting initiative operational since December 1, 2021, diverting food waste from landfills to reduce 7,000 tCO2e annually. Verified under the CAR Organic Waste Composting Protocol, it supports climate action and enhances community sustainability.