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Sherry Gong shares a summary and takeaways from the 2026 Resource Recycling Conference, where she learned about materials recovery and the latest programs on source reduction and reuse.
Race to Zero Waste presents the Sustainability in Action Awards. The awards have been recognizing zero waste efforts since 2023.
Race to Zero Waste and partners announce the morning and afternoon keynote speakers of the 2026 Zero Waste Forum. Join online or in person to hear from local, national, and international zero waste practitioners.
Celebrating the achievements of the inaugural Zero Waste Station Pop-Up Program cohort!
The 2026 Zero Waste Forum is Race to Zero Waste’s annual flagship event and a notable part of Earth Month events. Hosted in a new region each year, the Forum brings together changemakers, local leaders, and international voices for two days of panels, workshops, networking, and activities that advance zero waste practices and systems.
Join Race to Zero Waste and partners for the 3rd annual Zero Waste Forum, in Park City, Utah from April 21-23, 2026. The hybrid Zero Waste Forum includes a Zero Waste Expo, plastic-free living solutions, toxics-free wellness workshop, engaging speakers, and an awards ceremony, which will all take place at the Jim Santy Auditorium.
Zero Waste Month: Zero Waste Baby - Every child deserves a healthier start and a cleaner planet. Welcoming a new baby is a moment of joy and celebration for the entire family, but it can also carry a significant environmental footprint. From thousands of disposable diapers and wipes to piles of clothes, plastic packaging, gear, and toys, the arrival of a child often brings an avalanche of waste.
Think one person can’t make a difference? Think again. The 2025 Zero Waste Month weekly theme, Youth-Led Community Advocacy, is an exploration of how young people are standing up for their future and transforming their communities. From climate justice and food access to cleaner neighborhoods and more sustainable ways of living, youth everywhere are leading grassroots efforts that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Remember when we used to wash and reuse jars, patch jeans instead of tossing them, and eat real food off real plates? That was not a zero waste trend. That was just life. The 2025 Zero Waste Month theme, Back to Basics, is all about restoring the simple, beneficial habits that once kept our homes, our bodies, and the planet clean and cared for.
Each October, #ZeroWasteMonth offers us the chance to slow down and ask an important question: how much of what we throw away really has to be trash? For some of us, the journey toward “zero waste” began with a single habit such as switching to reusable grocery bags, carrying a water bottle, or composting kitchen scraps. For others, it started with seeing just how much waste our households or businesses create every day and deciding there had to be a better way. Zero Waste Month's Kickoff Conversation invites us to come together in our homes, our workplaces, and our communities to talk about what zero waste really means.
Plastic Free July is a great entry point into zero waste habits, because "zero waste" itself can sometimes feel like a nebulous buzzword. It's really just about being conscious of how things are extracted, produced, and disposed of. This includes plastics, but also goes beyond them to other types of products like metals, textiles, and food.
Read the recap of the 2025 Zero Waste Week & Forum!
Lael Giebel from KnowBe4 shares her experience at the 2025 Zero Waste Forum and the highlights that have continued to resonate with her.
The Zero Waste Forum will take place in Hollywood, Florida from March 30 to April 3rd, 2025. The event includes a number of activities including a sustainability tour, beach cleanup, TRUE workshop, and the main discussion days of the Forum, which will take place at the Anne Kolb Nature Center on April 1st and 2nd.
We have an opportunity to address the plastic pollution crisis. It is time for the US to step up and show leadership towards restoration, resource conservation, and equity. Sign the petition to demand the US support a strong Global Plastics Treaty!
Join Race to Zero Waste (R20W) and partners for the Zero Waste Forum & International Dialogue , taking place in San Francisco April 2nd-6th. We’re reflecting on the past year of grassroots efforts and looking towards advancing resilient communities together.
Building Momentum for Reusables at Ohlone College and Beyond Laying the Groundwork for Reuse In the past year, Race to Zero Waste has made significant strides in transitioning Ohlone College
Zero Waste Fest is a FUNdraiser held by Bay Area nonprofit Race to Zero Waste and is a half-day of inspiring zero waste activities featuring top environmental organizations.
Senate Bill (SB) 54 moves to hold the plastics industry accountable, help eliminate recycling confusion for consumers, and drive recovery of material. The bill’s pollution prevention success has yet to be seen.
Keep #zerowasteaction a part of your holiday with these sustainable tips.
Climate Goals Overview Year after year, countries around the world come together and declare their climate goals. This year, COP27 in Egypt marks the 30th anniversary of the United Nations
As we reunite and celebrate what we’re thankful for, it is important to remember our impact on the planet. Let’s make an effort to reduce food waste! Remember to incorporate the zero waste hierarchy: redesign, repurpose, reuse, recycle, and compost.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, often regarded as a climate leader, continues his fight against waste, which began in San Francisco during his mayoral reign. He has signed numerous climate and zero waste policies into law this year, with many more awaiting his approval.
Get your questions about #ZeroWasteMonth answered here! What is zero waste? What is Zero Waste Month? Zero waste, accessibility, and equity. How do I participate? Why should I participate?
The pandemic made us rethink our previous waste collection and characterization methods used at previous events. We pivoted to a set-up that includes social distance, reduced contact, and a user-focused experience.
Over the last year, our signature Zero Waste Pop-ups have been expanding! Read more about the implementation of the Fourth Bin for reuse here!
Join Race to Zero Waste and co-host Trash 2 Treasure for these inspiring environmental short films! The event is available LIVE in-person and virtually on March 16, 2022!
Welcome to the re-cap of the 2021 #ZeroWasteActionMonth Interview Series! As part of #ZeroWasteActionMonth, R20W hosted weekly interviews to inspire us to take action at all the intersections in our
If you’ve ever hosted a large party, you know the dread of having to clean up afterward. Why spend time washing dishes, cutlery, and cups when you can just throw everything away? But remember, there is no “away.”
In this blog, we will look at the waste generated through industrialized agriculture and the produce supply chain. We will consider how our food is grown and transported for modern consumption and how that includes food waste and food loss.
We know that two things are true: 1. Every choice that we make has an impact on our environment. 2. Food, whether foraged or farmed, has been a necessary
Image by Hayden Sloan Spring is a perfect time for Climate Action Month and Earth Day. In the northern hemisphere, Earth is in its annual process of renewal
St. Paddy’s Day has historically been a cultural and religious celebration that has exploded into an international celebration full of parades and festivities. Although it’s encouraged for people to wear
One of my favorite 1970s protest songs is “If You Don’t Like The Effect, Don’t Produce The Cause” by Funkadelic. My mental jukebox plays this song pretty often, especially when
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” ~Nelson Mandela~ At this point, March seems like a lifetime ago. R20W was planning it’s signature cup/bib free 5K fun run along Ocean Beach
You’ve got everything ready for your gathering, but there might be a few more things you can do to make sure you pull off a low-waste Thanksgiving! Cook less than
Lifestyle Advice | Kim Bischof If you found yourself interested in reducing your waste via Zero Waste influences like Lauren Singer or Levi Hildebrand, you’re not alone. Influences are a
Below are the 3 P’s your support through donations and sponsorship has helped Race to Zero Waste create! Thanks to everyone that raised money for our VIRTUAL 5K Challenge to Zero Waste
Much of what we call ”waste” are potential resources for new products. Zero waste practices aim to first minimize the production of discards; second, direct the discards we have to
