Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design

MOME community composting station

The MOME Gilisztár community composting station turns campus green waste into humus, feeding it back into the nutrient cycle of the Park. The system is both a living lab and a learning space: in six containers, different composting methods are explored, with sensors tracking decomposition, and the balance of carbon and nitrogen studied to identify the perfect recipe.

Run jointly by architect students and staff, the composting station also plays a role in teaching and research. Students have been actively involved in every step of the process from planning through to construction. The system was designed by architecture students Tamás Kocsis and Oszkár Szelevényi.

During the implementation process, participants were involved not only in planing, surface treatment, and assembly, but also gained a basic understanding of how composting works and its impact. The good‑spirited workshop combined the community experience with a deeper engagement in sustainable thinking and hands‑on practical knowledge.

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Why compost?

Improves soil structure, nutrient content, biodiversity, and water retention
Supports soil life, from microorganisms to worms and insects
Provides a natural, cost-effective alternative to fertiliser
Encourages individual sustainability action while building community

The MOME Gilisztár community composting facility and its related events were realized in 2025 with the support of the MOL – New Europe Foundation’s Green Oasis 2025 grant.