How we recycle food waste
Food waste recycling is increasing in Kent.
Around 30,000 tonnes of food waste is collected in Kent each year and is treated by a process known as anaerobic digestion. This means the food is broken down without oxygen, creating biogas which can be used for energy. This currently takes place in digesters located in and around the county.
The biogas is fed to the national grid as well as powering the plant itself. The gas and electricity produced from the food waste is enough to power 3,000 homes as well as produce farm fertiliser.
Our video explains how the anaerobic digestion plant works to recycle food waste.
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It’s still better to use the food you buy and reduce food waste, go to the Love Food Hate Waste website to get tips for food storage and recipes.
You can find out more about the anaerobic digestion process on the Wrap website.
Find out how we recycle other types of waste.
Order a food caddy
To order a food caddy visit your local council's website, where you'll also be able to find collection dates.