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 cleanmemphis | Jul 31, 2024 | Cleaner Greener
In the heart of Memphis, a quiet revolution is taking place. Clean Memphis, with support from a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is spearheading an initiative that champions environmental sustainability while fostering a culture of...
by Lisa Brown | Apr 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
We’re absolutely thrilled to share the incredible success of our inaugural RiverRoots Festival, which took place on Saturday, March 16th at the beautiful Overton Park. With over 300 enthusiastic Memphians joining us for a day filled with fun, laughter, and...
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 Lisa Brown | Aug 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Memphis coffee lovers have an opportunity to adopt another waste-curbing practice at the coffee shop: reusable mugs. Not only can we reduce what we consume in the form of natural resources and waste, but we can also keep our drinks warmer/cooler for longer periods of...
by Lisa Brown | May 23, 2023 | Clean Memphis Team, Education
At Clean Memphis, we believe education is the foundation for building lifelong stewardship and civic engagement. Our education team provides experiences that bring abstract environmental concepts to life, particularly in how they impact our local community. Through...
by cleanmemphis | Jul 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
When it’s 101 in the shade is not the time most of us are dreaming up recipes for 55 pounds of yellow squash. But the growing season doesn’t take a break and no one knows that better than farmers and those who glean their surplus. In Memphis, a network of...
by cleanmemphis | Oct 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Clean Memphis Education team took third graders from Compass schools on a field trip to TO Fuller State Park. The students got to explore the park, learn of the history and the nature within! T.O Fuller state park was one of the first parks to open to African...
