by cleanmemphis | Nov 21, 2024 | Choose to Reuse
As environmental concerns and the effects of pollution become increasingly evident, fostering a cultural shift from single-use, disposable products to reusable alternatives is critical. One of the most effective ways to achieve this shift is through the installation...
by cleanmemphis | Nov 7, 2024 | Choose to Reuse
In our fast-paced world, single-use plastic items such as water bottles have become a staple of convenience. However, this convenience comes at a significant cost, both economically and environmentally. While they may seem inexpensive at the point of purchase, their...
by Lisa Brown | Nov 30, 2023 | Zero Waste
We are firm believers in the power of positive news and its ability to uplift communities. That’s why we developed the Circularity in Memphis series as part of Memphis Transformed’s campaign efforts. Through this series, we spotlight local examples of...
by Kathleen Quinlen | Nov 29, 2019 | Cleaner Greener, Zero Waste
Thanksgiving is over, and now is a great time to start thinking about how to minimize our impact on the environment during the holidays! This time of year, we try to remember to reduce the amount of waste we generate and re-use materials whenever possible in addition...
by Kathleen Quinlen | Jun 17, 2019 | Cleaner Greener, Zero Waste
Thanks to our friends and partners at The Compost Fairy, we’ve been getting some hands-on experience with putting on events that- at least in theory- result in zero waste being sent to the landfill. We are excited to see more zero waste events popping up around...
by Kathleen Quinlen | May 17, 2019 | Cleaner Greener, Zero Waste
We loved reading this recent update from our friends over at The Compost Fairy about eliminating plastic yard waste bags from their subscription service. After all, those leaves and grass clippings aren’t really even waste when they’re being added to...