Home Composting in Apartments (India): Balcony & Terrace Guide

Apartment composting is easier than it sounds—and it cuts methane emissions from landfills while giving you nutrient-rich compost for plants.

Choose your method

• Pot composting (best for beginners)

• Compost bin (faster, cleaner)

• Bokashi (great for cooked food, low smell)

What goes in (and what doesn’t)

Add: fruit/veg peels, tea leaves, coffee grounds, eggshells. Avoid: plastic, glass, large amounts of oil, and meat unless using bokashi.

No-smell checklist

• Always add “browns” (dry leaves/shredded paper) with “greens” (kitchen waste)

• Keep it airy (don’t compact)

• If it smells, add more browns and mix

Start small for 2 weeks, then scale up once the routine feels easy.