Regenerative Labs and Exhibits
Worm World
Vermicomposting (composting with worms) is a super-powered form of food waste diversion that enhances soil quality, bolsters nutritional content, and mitigates environmental impact. Worm World is a space to explore vermicomposting techniques, impacts, and spark the inspiration to take the next step.
To expand the impact of Worm World we need interested community members like you to pursue these amazing interests with us! Join us and work on behalf of your community.
There are 2 main ways to stay engaged:
Email List: We’ll keep you posted on what’s going on.
Guild: A little more hands on, a lot like a club!
*There are lots of other things we need to help make this program a success! To learn more click here!
Our Program
At REAP, Worm World foregrounds vermicomposting as a positive business case for investments in nature, while providing a fun and playful space that offers lessons in sustainable nutrition, cultivates interest in further training and education, and presents pathways to internships, apprenticeships, and job placement. Ultimately, REAP will train the next generation of vermicompost experts.
In the World
From backyard worm towers to industrial scale production, the Vermicompost world is a-wriggle with excitement. Worms consume organic matter and recycle it into readily available nutrients. As they tunnel, eat, and poop, their movement also aerates soil.
The worldwide vermicompost industry is growing rapidly. In order to keep up with demand for healthy, effective soil amendments and the availability of compostable materials, we need vermicompost pros, and we need them now!
Career Pathways
The vermicompost market is mostly focused on the production and distribution of worm castings, and accordingly there are many opportunities for certified experts to find work. However, as the industry continues to grow, adjacent fields such as equipment manufacturing, distribution, and more will require experts, too. In conjunction with programs at REAP like the Fabrication Lab, Worm World has huge potential to prepare individuals for careers in vermicompost.
Current Status
To get our programs up and running there are a few things that need to be established! Below are some of the key elements and where we stand in terms of getting things up and running.
It’s impassioned community members, volunteers, and funders who help us push the dial and get closer to our goals!
Program Vision
Industry Sector Analysis
Employers, Trade Organizations, and Unions
Research
Curriculum and Class Resources
On Campus Resources and Facilities
Job Placement Resources
Funding
Status Updates Coming Soon!
REAP currently farms worms in three different worm farms as well as having worms in our compost and soil throughout the entire campus.
Two of these farms are internally managed by REAP, generating an estimated 10 pounds of worm castings a week while one of our worm farms is open to our community members allowing them to dispose of their waste and get their hands dirty managing worms.
Join Our Guild
Want to get involved more deeply with REAP’s worm world? Want to meet other people passionate about earth care, people care, and fair share? Join our worm world guild! It’s like a club hosted by REAP for passionate people to do cool stuff!
For more information about what guilds are to REAP click here!
Coming Soon
REGENERATIVE JOB TRAINING
REAP is currently in the process of implementing 4 new Regenerative Job training courses. Course focuses will be:
Biochar
Compost
Vermicompost
Fungi Remediation
Sign up for updates on REAP’s Regenerative Jobs Program!
Other ways to get involved
We are seeking volunteers to help process and maintain our compost and vermicompost! Tasks may include sorting donations from the food bank, (gently) shifting worms to add compost to worm farms, spreading compost, and more! Visit our volunteering page to get started.
We are always seeking one-time gifts, DAFs & grants, and in-kind donations to help our programs! Visit our donations page for more information.
Sign up for email updates here!
