2024 Compost Collection Locations
We are so excited to announce the locations of the compost collection sites this year!
Ocean Beach at 4:00 and D
La Calaca at 3:45 and E
Drop off composite from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM August 26 through September 1
Playawide Compost Program Donations
While it is not required that anyone pay, it is because of your generosity in past years that we have been able to make this program possible. We suggest $5 per person, so if your camp has 50 people in it, the suggested amount is $250. Again, you will not be turned away if you do not pay. For those camps with more resources, please consider paying a slightly higher number like $8 per person.
Quick History
Since 2015, the Playawide Compost Program has been a volunteer-based composting program at Burning Man to encourage all 10 principles, especially our favorite - Leave No Trace! - in support of Burning Man’s 2030 Environmental Sustainability Roadmap. At Burning Man 2023, 868 camps, almost 70%, sorted their waste and composted!
Ways to Get Started
Playawide Composting Program FAQ
What can we compost?
When can we compost?
What is the cost?
The first pilot to explore the feasibility of the compost project thesis was executed from June 10-14 with 120 participants at a community festival in Darlington, Maryland.
Burning Man Project Composting Information
Tips & Hints
Frequently Asked Questions
Resource Links
Click On The Posters To Enlarge And Download
Composting Do's and Don'ts
On Playa Compost Drying Methods
Using A Moisture Meter Can Be A Big Help!
