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We’ve all seen the pictures of growing landfills and trash-filled oceans… But how do we go from a society that throws away 4.5 lbs a day to one that throws away nothing? That’s what we explore in our recycling + zero waste stories.

2nd Annual Women’s Clothing Swap- SUCCESS!

I just love win-win-win-win-win-win kinds of events, and the 2nd Annual Austin Women’s Clothing Swap was just that!  With this one event:

  • Over 500 Austin women got to update their wardrobes for free – super valuable in a tough economy
  • Onsite seamstresses adjusted swap finds so ladies could go home with personalized fits
  • We got to shake our booties and enjoy the melodies of numerous musical and drumming performers throughout the day
  • Dozens of ladies got free hair trims from Supercuts
  • Approximately 1 ton of clothing for Safeplace
  • Fun raffle drawings highlighted generous local businesses
  • Raised over $4,000 for Women for Women International and the Feminist Action Project
  • Lots of bedding was collected for the animals at Emancipet.

    You can stay in the loop about the latest happening’s with the Austin Women’s Swap by joining the Facebook group here: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=242667362168&ref=ts

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March 9, 2010

Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) Job Description

Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) Job Description: http://www.affionpublic.com/positions/chief-sustainability-officer-austin-tx

City of Austin, TX
Chief Sustainability Officer

 The City of Austin is seeking to fill the position of Chief Sustainability Officer.  This executive position will report to the City Manager’s office and will work closely with city departments in the development, coordination, and administration sustainability policies and practices for the City of Austin. This position will be responsible for establishing a citywide sustainability program that includes assessing the impact of sustainability practices to the City and broad community at large, while balancing the City’s shared objectives for a healthy environment, an excellent quality of life, and continued economic vitality. 

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February 27, 2010

SXSW – Green Film Events

If the bizarre snowfall on Tuesday has left you a bit confused and disoriented, let me remind you that it is in fact almost March here in Austin, TX… and that means that South By Southwest i

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February 25, 2010