Clemson University Composting

Clemson 2025
pipes on a concrete floor
fan with ductwork
biofilter pipes
pipes on a concrete floor
fan with ductwork
biofilter pipes

Client Needs

For years, Clemson has composted organic waste from campus using turned windrows at the Cherry Crossing Research Center. The program engages students, supports zero-waste events, and produces a finished compost product for public use. As the university explored new initiatives, including compostable packaging research, they sought to upgrade their system with aerated static pile (ASP) composting to improve control and expand capacity.

ECS Solution

To support a range of research scenarios, ECS provided a reversing aerated static pile system with biofiltration. The design features a pipe-on-grade floor with high dynamic range airflow, allowing precise process control. The CompTroller™ automated control system monitors temperature for regulatory compliance and tracks key operating parameters—temperature, duct pressure, and fan speed—while minimizing odors. The system can process up to 300 tons per year.

The installation represents the next evolution of Clemson’s composting program and reinforces the university’s mission to pursue practical, innovative solutions for waste reduction and environmental stewardship, and ECS is excited to provide this support!

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ECS listened to our goals and helped us develop a design that would meet them. This innovative upgrade represents a major step forward in Clemson’s commitment to sustainability and responsible resource management. Dave Vandeventer CU Facilities

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