Buying used saves money and resources and builds community. The circular economy is a modern approach that makes sure all resources are used and reused to the greatest extent possible. This is in contrast to the "business as usual" approach of making something, using it and then throwing it … [Read more...]
A guide to composting at the curb
Here's our new guide to composting in your curbside cart. Whether you call it mixed organics or a yard waste cart, it's the place for your food scraps and yard debris. Find information about: What can go in your Mixed Organics cart Find a list of what to put in and what to leave out. How … [Read more...]
Do you order takeout?
You are invited to participate in a survey about single use packaging associated with food takeout and delivery. Scan this code or go online to: tinyurl.com/takeout-pkg-survey-corvallis Responses to the survey will be used to help Corvallis Sustainability Coalition in our efforts to implement … [Read more...]
Ditching Dining Disposables
Each year, 32 million tons of plastic enters the environment with 8 million tons escaping into the world’s oceans. The vast majority of plastic in the environment is from single-use disposable plastic products, mostly to-go food and beverage packaging. In fact, nearly half the plastic waste in the … [Read more...]
You can help prevent wasted food
No Food Left Behind offers amazing resources! No Food Left Behind–Corvallis aims to raise awareness about the magnitude of the problem of wasted food and to help community members find simple and effective ways to address it. Did you know that 40% of the food grown in the US is never … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting slideshow
If you missed our annual meeting in January or would like a recap, here's another chance to see the slideshow. The annual meeting featured presentations about our accomplishments in 2018 and plans for 2019. We have been working on a wide variety of projects in 12 topic areas: Community … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting is Friday 1/11/19
We hope you'll join us for the launch of our 13th year! You are invited to attend the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers on Friday, January 11, from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. … [Read more...]
Wasted Food: Facts & Impacts
Food waste is a growing problem with profound financial and environmental impacts. Wasted food = wasted resources Americans waste 25% of the food they purchase. Food is wasted when we buy more than we need, store it incorrectly and throw away leftovers. No Food Left Behind-Corvallis focuses on … [Read more...]
Recycling Works!
What can be recycled curbside in the tan commingle carts has changed! With recent changes in recycling markets, the focus has shifted from quantity to quality. There are still markets for quality materials, which can be remade into new products. What can you put in your tan cart now? … [Read more...]
Quarterly Gathering • July 27
Join us for lively presentations, networking, and delicious snacks! A diverse mix of local sustainability efforts will be highlighted at our next quarterly gathering. Friday, July 27 12 noon–1:30 pm Corvallis-Benton County Public Library The gathering will feature presentations by three … [Read more...]
New program helps you prevent wasted food
No Food Left Behind offers amazing resources! We're pleased to announce the launch of a new project to prevent wasted food. No Food Left Behind–Corvallis aims to raise awareness about the magnitude of the problem of wasted food and to help community members find simple and effective ways to … [Read more...]
The Package Deal
Find out how to cut costs and waste with bulk purchasing. Packaging makes up nearly one-fifth of municipal waste in Oregon. Much of this material is not recyclable. Even if it can be recycled, it requires a lot of materials, energy, and other resources to produce. And that translates to higher … [Read more...]
Prescription Bottle ReUse
Now you can reuse your prescription bottles when you get a refill. Details HERE >> … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting is Friday 1/12/18
We hope you'll join us for the launch of our 12th year! You are invited to attend the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers on Friday, January 12, from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Avenue. … [Read more...]
Share, Swap, Loan & Save!
Find out how you can plug into our local sharing economy. A sharing economy can lead to creative ways of using existing resources more efficiently and effectively, while reducing demand for new products. Here are just a handful of sharing resources available in the Corvallis area. … [Read more...]
Recycling Tips: House to Curb
Our latest handout will help set you up for recycling success! Recycling Block Captains distribute handouts to neighbors about recycling, composting and waste prevention. Previous handouts are available online. The Recycling Block Captain Program is part of the Waste Prevention Action … [Read more...]
Volunteer Spotlight: Andrea Norris
Andrea Norris has led the community in creating model sustainable events. She has volunteered with the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition since 2009 and was Waste Prevention Action Team leader from 2009–2016. Andrea was the recipient of the 2016 Benton County Environmental Award. Andrea, what in … [Read more...]
Focus on Waste Prevention
The latest edition of the Corvallis Area ReUse Directory is hot off the press! … [Read more...]
Become a Recycling Block Captain!
The Recycling Block Captain Program, is an innovative outreach program designed to engage Corvallis community members in the process of educating their neighbors about recycling, composting, and waste prevention through the distribution of informational handouts. Volunteer captains define their … [Read more...]
Annual Meeting Wrap-up
The Corvallis Sustainability Coalition's Annual Meeting of partner organizations and volunteers was held on Monday, January 12, at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. The meeting featured presentations on accomplishments of 2014 and plans for 2015. The Coalition has been working on a … [Read more...]
Corvallis Climate Summit
More than 225 people turned out for the first Corvallis Climate Summit on Sunday afternoon, January 26, in an effort to connect and collaborate on new ways Corvallis can be a national leader in slowing greenhouse gas emissions. The summit was an opportunity to network, learn about current climate … [Read more...]
Your Help is Needed to Reduce Neighborhood Waste
WANTED: Corvallis Recycling Block Captains! Now's your chance to sign up for the Waste Prevention Action Team's Recycling Block Captain program! Sign up by Tuesday, September 6th to be included in our next round of handouts. This program is designed to help educate our neighbors about recycling, … [Read more...]
New Corvallis-Area ReUse Directory Available
In 2010, we created the Corvallis-Area ReUse Directory, a guide to all of the organizations and businesses in our area that accept items for reuse. The guide is categorized into types of items and a corresponding list of locations that accept said items. Find the current version of this guide on … [Read more...]