The City of Gainesville, in collaboration with the Repurpose Project and Zero Waste Gainesville, has declared this week Zero Waste Week! This is part of a broader effort to change the way waste is managed and created in our beautiful city. Each day focuses on a different aspect of Zero Waste, with sales and events taking place all week.
Sunday, January 26: Refuse/Reduce
Clothing Swap at the Repurpose Project Community Center, 3-5pm
There will be the opportunity to get new-to-you clothes, watch short informational environmental videos, and sign their pledge to refuse, reduce, and buy used.
Monday, January 27: Sharing Economy
Join a Buy Nothing group, start a sharing group in your neighborhood or community, or offer to lend a friend something they would’ve bought new.
Tuesday, January 28: Reuse/Repurpose
The Reuse Alliance of Alachua County is a group of local used retail stores that have joined forces to promote buying used. All of those stores have special sales today, in honor of Zero Waste Week!
Wednesday, January 29: Repair
Instead of replacing an old item, consider refurbishing or repairing it! If you don’t have the skills yourself, check out free tutorials on Youtube or get an expert to do it at one of our lovely local repair businesses!
Thursday, January 30: Recycle
Don’t just recycle, recycle RIGHT. Check out the City of Gainesville’s website to learn the rules and regulations for recycling in Alachua County.
Friday, January 31: Rot
This ‘R’ is all about composting. Biodegradable waste makes perfect fertilizer, and will decompose much faster and more safely in a home composting set-up. Consider starting your own composting journey!
Saturday, February 1: Zero Waste + Circular Economy Forum
Visit Forage Hall from 2-5 pm today to take part in our free, open-to-the-public workshop on Zero Waste! Mingle with your fellow community members, meet with Zero Waste leaders, and learn about key elements of a circular economy!