Become a Zero Waste Block Leader! As a Zero Waste Block Leader, you will play an important role in getting Austin to zero waste by 2040. You will have direct access to Austin Resource Recovery staff and informational materials, and like-minded people. Registration is required. Zero Waste Block Leaders (ZWBLs) are engaged community members who are passionate about sustainability and...
About Austin Resource RecoveryThis post is sponsored by Austin Resource Recovery, the city department that provides a wide range of services (including trash, recycling, and composting pickup) designed to transform waste into resources while keeping our community clean. Action BoxDon't forget to compost! This post is sponsored...
A pitch competition for selected, local entrepreneurs in the circular, sustainability, and zero-waste industry. Discover how local entrepreneurs are creating a circular economy in Austin! Circular business models reduce the need to extract new resources from our planet by keeping materials and products in use for...
Attend the Fix-It Clinic where skilled volunteers will teach you how to fix your broken household items. RSVP for a time slot here. Got a broken item like a torn shirt, faulty blender or worn-out toy? Bring them to a Fix-It Clinic and learn hands-on repair...
Ditch fast fashion and take part in our circular economy. Bring your clean, gently used clothing to exchange with the community. Have an item that needs a little love? Get help with hems, buttons, small tears or patches from Austin Resource Recovery's volunteer mending coaches. Leave...
This orientation is required to join the Zero Waste Block Leader (ZWBL) program. We will cover the benefits, expectations and answer any questions. We will also provide an overview of Austin Resource Recovery programs and services. This orientation will be held in virtually over Zoom. Registration is...
Fix-It Clinics are free events that help shift our throw-away culture toward repair and reuse. Instead of tossing broken items, participants bring them to the clinic to work alongside volunteer Fix-It Coaches who share their repair knowledge and help troubleshoot, disassemble, and (when possible) fix...
Join us for a cozy and crafty session where you'll learn how to give your favorite socks and sweaters a new life with darning techniques. Don’t toss your favorite socks or sweaters just because they have a hole! At this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn simple darning...
This holiday season, bring your broken or damaged toys to Fix-It Austin's Toy Hospital! Skilled volunteers will guide you through repairing your cherished toys, from teddy bears with torn seams to non-functioning remote control cars. Bike repair coaches can even help you assemble or repair...
About Austin Resource Recovery This post is sponsored by Austin Resource Recovery, the city department in charge of collecting recycling, trash, composting, and more! Action Box Click the badge above to learn more about recycling in Austin. This post is sponsored by Austin Resource Recovery. All Austin Common sponsors are...