The complete guide to composting with Monty Monitor
Hi there curious composter! Welcome to the world of Monty.
Monty Monitor is a new and innovative way to manage the way we waste and the way we dispose of that waste - through a practice that has been around for thousands of years; composting. It's about time we made this process smarter with the use of technology, that's why we've created Monty Monitor.
So let's dive into composting with Monty Monitor and clear up any questions!
Getting Set Up
What is Monty Monitor?
Monty Monitor is a smart compost monitor that tracks, analyses and collates your compost data and turns them into personalised recommendations to improve your compost process. Equipped with temperature, moisture and gas sensors, Monty takes readings every 15 minutes so you don't miss anything that happens in your pile.
What does Monty Monitor do?
1. Seamless Integration: Monty Monitor seamlessly incorporates technology and composting, allowing for precise monitoring and control of the composting process.
2. Real-time Feedback: Monty Monitor provides real-time recommendations on crucial composting parameters such as temperature, moisture, and gas levels.
3. Remote Accessibility: Connecting to Monty Monitor is easily done via your phone using the Monty Mobile app. This allows you to check on your compost any time.
4. Data-driven Insights: By analysing the data collected over time, Monty Monitor offers insights into composting trends, helping you refine your composting techniques and achieve better outcomes.
5. User-Friendly Design: With an intuitive interface and easy setup, Monty Monitor makes composting accessible to individuals of all skill levels, encouraging more people to participate in a better way to dispose of our waste.
How does Monty Monitor work?
1. Compost: Set up your compost and add in your organic waste such as garden waste, food waste and paper waste.
2. Monitor: Complete the simple connection process and place Monty Monitor in your compost.
3. Track and check: Maintain your compost by viewing your compost insights on Monty Mobile. Monty Compost Coach will give you some helpful tips along the way.
4: Fruitful work: After letting nature run its course, you will be rewarded with nutrient-rich organic fertiliser for your garden.
Why Compost?
Recycle Your Organics
Composting diverts organic waste from landfills, where it would otherwise decompose and release harmful greenhouse gases like methane. By composting, we directly decrease the burden on overflowing landfills and help mitigate climate change.
Minimise Methane Emissions
When organic materials break down in anaerobic (oxygen-deprived) conditions, they emit methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Composting promotes aerobic decomposition, significantly reducing methane release and its impact on global warming.
Enhance Soil Health
Compost is a nutrient-rich soil amendment that improves soil structure, water retention, and nutrient availability for plants. Applying compost to gardens and farmlands enriches the soil, supports healthy plant growth, and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.
Conserve Water Resources
Compost-amended soil has enhanced water-holding capacity, reducing irrigation needs. This water conservation not only benefits local ecosystems but also contributes to more sustainable agricultural practices.
Promote Circular Economy
Composting completes the cycle of organic materials, turning waste into a valuable resource. By recycling food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost, we close the loop on resource consumption and contribute to a circular economy that benefits both people and the planet.
Recycle Your Organics
Composting diverts organic waste from landfills, where it would otherwise decompose and release harmful greenhouse gases like methane. By composting, we directly decrease the burden on overflowing landfills and help mitigate climate change.
Minimise Methane Emissions
When organic materials break down in anaerobic (oxygen-deprived) conditions, they emit methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Composting promotes aerobic decomposition, significantly reducing methane release and its impact on global warming.
Enhance Soil Health
Compost is a nutrient-rich soil amendment that improves soil structure, water retention, and nutrient availability for plants. Applying compost to gardens and farmlands enriches the soil, supports healthy plant growth, and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.
Conserve Water Resources
Compost-amended soil has enhanced water-holding capacity, reducing irrigation needs. This water conservation not only benefits local ecosystems but also contributes to more sustainable agricultural practices.
Promote Circular Economy
Composting completes the cycle of organic materials, turning waste into a valuable resource. By recycling food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost, we close the loop on resource consumption and contribute to a circular economy that benefits both people and the planet.
Getting Started With Monty
Whether you're just beginning or trying to turn your compost around here's the complete guide on how to get started with Monty Monitor.
Step 1
Set Up Your Compost
Monty Monitor works in any type of compost. Simply select a spot for your compost, ensuring it's well-drained and receives adequate sunlight. Layer up your compost with a variety of organic waste like food scraps, dried and fresh greens, cardboard and plenty of water. This is the perfect starting point for smart composting and Monty will lead you the rest of the way.
Step 2
Set Up Your Monty Monitor
Monty Monitor comes with everything you need to start smart composting, such as the wireless charger and probe to position Monty in the compost. Simply place Monty in the middle of your compost to start collecting your compost data.
Step 3
Set Up Your Mobile
Compost data collected will be transmitted via Bluetooth to your phone and collated on the Monty Mobile app. Monty Mobile is available for free on both iOS and Android devices. Follow the quick set up instructions on the screen to connect Monty Monitor to your phone and watch the compost data grow!
Results
Get Better Compost
With Monty Monitor's expertise by your side, you'll be guided on how to maintain and nurture your compost to create high quality organic compost to use on your garden or put back into the soil. The Earth will thank you!
What Will You Compost For?
Embarking on your composting journey opens doors to a world of positive change. Will you compost to reduce your carbon footprint, enrich your garden or just to minimise waste in landfills? Whatever your motivation, Monty Monitor is here to guide and empower you.
Start your compost journey today!
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