Households told not to throw pumpkins in black bins after Halloween
Households across the UK are being told not to throw away pumpkins in general waste bins after Halloween this Saturday to avoid sending them to landfil.
TL;DR
- Avoid throwing Halloween pumpkins in general waste bins to prevent them from going to landfill.
- Pumpkins decompose in landfill and produce methane, a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change.
- Proper disposal methods include home composting, using food waste bins, or chopping pumpkins for faster decomposition.
- Check with local councils for specific food waste collection guidelines for pumpkins.
- Do not leave pumpkins out for wildlife, as they can cause digestive issues and introduce harmful bacteria.
- Consider using pumpkins in meals like soups or pies, or roasting the seeds as a snack.
- Local councils are implementing schemes to help residents dispose of pumpkins responsibly.