Compost Composting is a natural process in which organic matter is broken down by micro-organisms in the presence of oxygen. The material undergoes both a chemical and biological transformation, and the result is rich, dark and crumbly soil known as compost. Compost contains a much higher concentration of beneficial microbes than does ordinary soil.
Local Food Pinellas County is largely developed with only a few small farms within its boundaries. As a result, most food consumed by Clearwater residents comes from other counties, states, and even countries. Transporting this food from far-away locations requires fuel and accounts 14% of the total energy used to get food from farm to market.
City of Clearwater Concludes Citywide Vulnerability Assessment The city of Clearwater has concluded its vulnerability assessment. Findings will be presented on Monday, Sept. 16 at City Council Work Session.