Commercial Composting Services & Bulk Compost Materials

Nashville's Full-Circle Composting Solution

Commercial compost collection and retail & wholesale compost, mulch, and soil products. Closing loops and building better soil since 2012.

Organic Compost Materials

Healthy soil starts here. Our high-quality, locally produced compost, mulch, and custom soil blends are made to support gardeners, farmers, landscapers, and builders with growing success.

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Waste Diversion Services

Nashville businesses are joining the compost movement by diverting waste from landfills. Let’s help you hit your sustainability goals with a composting service that works for your operation.

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Commercial Composting Services

Let us show you how easy and cost effective composting can be for your business. Custom-tailored services to reduce waste and reduce cost.

Compost Pick-Up

We provide reliable, cost-effective commercial compost collection for businesses of all sizes. Our team builds a composting service plan to fit your space, schedule, and goals—starting with a free site visit.

Compost Drop-Off

Bring your organic waste to one of four free, easy-to-access drop-off sites around Nashville. We accept food scraps, yard waste, and more. Check our map to find the closest location and get started.

Event Composting

Make your next event greener with our full-service composting support. We offer bin rentals, compostable materials, and post-event waste pickup. Perfect for festivals, markets, and private gatherings.

Reducing landfill waste is not only good for the environment, it’s good for business.

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Trusted By Local Brands

Businesses across Middle Tennessee trust us to handle their food waste the right way — with dependable service, flexible scheduling, and real sustainability impact.

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What They're Saying

"A friend of mine recommended your company. I am glad that he did. You have a very professional and knowledgeable team. The entire process, from my first phone call to the completion of my order, was pleasant and easy. I will definitely be using your company again and referring others your way. Much appreciated!!!"

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Who's Minding the Pile

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Clay Ezell

Co-Owner, Collection and Business Development

Clay Ezell is a certified Master Composter and a USCC-Certified Site Operator. He graduated from New York’s EarthMatter training program, where he took part in the NYC Compost Project. There, he processed organic waste from the five boroughs of New York City for use in local parks. Clay serves as President of the Tennessee Composting Council and is a member of the US Composting Council, the Tennessee Environmental Council, and the Cumberland River Compact. Clay is a native Nashvillian who, in addition to being happy to be home, is dedicated to making Nashville the Greenest city in the Southeast. He actively volunteers with Publicolorand the Tennessee Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation. He also serves on the board of FriendsLife Community.

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Edward Wansing

Founder and COO

Ed Wansing holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University and a Master of Science in Sustainability from Lipscomb University. He is a licensed architect in the State of Tennessee and a LEED Accredited Professional. For over a decade, Ed has led green building and sustainability efforts across Middle Tennessee. He served as Chair of the Emerging Professionals National Committee and the Middle Tennessee US Green Building Council. Ed has also served on boards and committees for Cheatham County Habitat for Humanity and the Friends of the Cheatham County Bicentennial Trail. He and his wife Carly have been recognized for their contributions to green building, community service, and sustainability efforts at home.

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Jeffrey Ezell

Co-Owner, Products & Business Development

Jeffrey Ezell is a SWANA-certified Compost Facility Manager and an active member of the US Composting Council. He currently serves as Vice President of the Tennessee Recycling Coalition. Before joining The Compost Company, Jeffrey worked as Recycling Coordinator for Metro Nashville Public Works. He helped expand composting programs in schools, community centers, businesses, and homes. He also coordinated and taught the Davidson County Master Composter Class. Jeffrey holds a bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Georgia.

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Baxter Lee

Partner

Baxter Lee began working with The Compost Company in 2014. He is a strategic finance professional with over 15 years of experience in banking, private equity, and mergers & acquisitions. He holds a BS in Business Administration from Washington & Lee University and an MBA from Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management. While at Vanderbilt, he developed a business plan for an organics recycling venture. Baxter now advises startups on strategic planning, operations, and fundraising. He also serves on the boards of Leadership Healthcare and the Percy Priest Elementary PTO.