Kompogas SLO

04/20/2026

For all those that are interested in the behind the scenes! Here is a nice graph that explains the steps how renewable biogas is created by breaking down the organics, that all of you so diligently put into the green bins. Anaerobic Digestion helps reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions from landfills, extending the life of existing landfills all while still creating a beneficial soil amendment to help grow new crops and reducing our dependence on fossil fuel based fertilizer.

03/05/2026

Did you know? Restaurants in SLO County are required to divert their food waste from the landfill by putting it in their green bin. These green bins are from two restaurants in Pismo Beach who are doing a great job! All of this food waste will be taken to the Kompogas anaerobic digester, where it will turn into green energy and organic compost. If this food were placed in the trash, it would rot in the landfill and emit methane gas, a major contributor to climate change in California.
With all the kitchens around SLO County doing their part, we can make a difference in keeping our air clean!

08/11/2025

FALL 2025 - Compost Give Away - Community Event - Date

When: September 6th, 2025

Time: 9 AM until 2 PM

Where: KOMPOGAS - SLO; 4300 Old Santa Fe Road, SLO

Make a note in your calendar!!!

Our free compost give-away event to the community for the Fall of 2025 will be held on Saturday, September 6th between 9 AM and 2 PM.

As always, we will have two ways of getting our organic certified compost! One way is to come with your pick-up truck or small trailer and get loaded by our front-end loader and the other way is to shovel your own.

We will have two queues, one for people that get loaded with a loader (pickup’s and trailers) and self-serve (bring your own bucket). Just follow the instructions of the friendly volunteers in the yellow safety vests, that will direct you to the appropriate area.

IMPORTANT! This is a giveback to the local community and not meant for commercial landscape business or re-sale. This is a free event and meant to give back and help our community with their spring gardening needs and as a way of a thank you for contributing to keep organics out of landfills.

If coming with pick-up or trailer, make sure to bring a tarp to cover up the load when leaving our premises. It is the law and we do not want you to have to turn around once you have waited in line for a while.

This has become a pretty popular event, so wait times could be long at times, so bring a snack, a book or something to drink while waiting. It is important to note that this event is managed by volunteers!!! If you are not physically through our gate by 2 PM, we unfortunately have to turn you away. No exceptions! The volunteers want to go home to their families as well.

See you all on September 6th!

Your KOMPOGAS SLO TEAM

02/06/2025

This question comes up more often than not! Only the greasy part of the pizza box should go into the green bin!

that greasy takeout pizza boxes can’t be recycled? 🍕Follow along to uncover more surprising items that don’t belong in your recycling bin!

01/16/2025

March 29th 2025
SPRING 2025
Compost Give Away Community Event - Dates Announced!!!!

Where?
KOMPOGAS - SLO; 4300 Old Santa Fe Road, SLO

Make a note in your calendar!!! Our free compost give-away event to the community for the Spring will be held on Saturday, March 29th between 10 AM and 2 PM.

As always, we will have two ways of getting our organic certified compost! One way is to come with your pick-up truck or small trailer and get laded by our front-end loader and the other way is to shovel your own.
Please, this is for the local community and not meant for commercial business or re-sale. This is a free event and meant to give back and help our community with their spring gardening needs.
If coming with pick-up or trailer, make sure to bring a tarp to cover up the load when leaving our premises. It is the law and we do not want you to have to turn around once you have waited in line for a while.
See you all on the 29th of March!

08/19/2024

San Luis Obispo ! A fabulous place to call home!

08/19/2024

Thank you Ashley for putting this together!

06/06/2024

Let's talk about California’s SB 1383 law and how it applies!

SB 1383 aims to reduce organic waste, like food scraps and yard trimmings, by 75% by 2025. 🌿 Why? Because organic waste in landfills produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas contributing to climate change. Rather than going to the landfill, communities throughout SLO County can use their organics (green) bin and divert it to a "composting" facility!

Here’s what you need to know:
🏡 Residents: Start sorting your organic waste into green bins. This includes food scraps, yard waste, and food-soiled paper. This is also available to multi-family complexes!
🏢 Businesses: Implement organic waste recycling programs and donate excess edible food to reduce waste.

The IWMA is here to help! Browse our online resources at www.iwma.com or call our office.

04/07/2024

That's all folks! Thank you for your great participation today. All of you are awesome! I think we broke all records on attendance. Thank you all for waiting patiently in line. Compost Spring Give Away 2024 is officially closed! See you in Fall!

04/06/2024

Managing expectations for the Compost give away today! The demand is overwhelming and for trucks that are getting loaded with a loader, the wait is about 90 minutes at this point!