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Zero Food Waste Committee: Hot Date with NCRA, February 14, 2025 @ 1-2 PM

Come prepared on February 14, 2025, 1-2 PM via Zoom to share your ideas for regulatory / legislative fixes to the SB 1383 edible food recovery system!

What would make SB 1383 regulations more effective at reaching Zero Food Waste?⁠ ⁠ We want to hear all your ideas! Anyone affected by SB 1383 edible food recovery regulations is welcome to join.⁠ ⁠

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Environmental Innovations

NCRA is pleased to welcome Environmental Innovations (EI) as a new 2025 Sponsor

A certified Women-Owned Small Business and B-Corp, EI has been a trusted partner for over 15 years, helping municipalities across California achieve their environmental and sustainability goals.

Led by President Josephine Fleming and Vice President Lawrence Nussbaum EI specializes in SB 1383 compliance, foodware ordinance implementation and other waste related programs. Their expertise in single-use plastic reduction campaigns has established them as a regional leader, highlighted by their collaboration with the San Mateo County Sustainability Department in creating the renowned Foodware Aware Program.  Using Community-Based Social Marketing principles, they create equitable, culturally relevant campaigns that drive lasting behavior change.

They also coordinate the Statewide California Green Business Network and manage several regional Green Business programs including for the Counties of Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz, helping thousands of small and medium-sized businesses improve their environmental performance.

With a commitment to equity, culturally relevant outreach and measurable results, EI is a valuable resource for municipalities. To learn more about how EI can support you community, visit their website today!

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💚 Green Love 💚 Friday, February 7, 2025 @6:00 PM

Friday, February 7, 2025 @6:00 PM

Unleash your creativity! Bring your craft materials to create heartfelt love cards and letters alongside fellow NCRA members and friends!

FREE to RSVP!

Please bring your creativity and supplies (cardstock, stickers, scissors, glue, etc.)

NCRA will provide snacks. BYO drinks to share.  You are welcome to bring food to share, although not obligated. Please bring your own water bottle and drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). All are welcome!

📌🗺️San Francisco Presidio – Sports Basement, 610 Old Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94129, USA, 5:30-7:30 PM Pacific

✅ Secure Parking 

👉Register Here

Time to Ditch Your Toxic Black Plastic Kitchenware, 12/10

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Unveiling Hidden Risks in Your Kitchen. Join us for an eye-opening session with Lydia Jahl, Ph.D., Senior Scientist at the Green Science Policy Institute on the surprising dangers of black plastic kitchenware.⁠ 
 
Research indicates that black plastic may harbor toxic chemicals like flame retardants, potentially leaching into food during cooking. This alarming issue traces back to recycled e-waste plastics, often poorly labeled, leaving consumers in the dark about the risks.⁠ ⁠ Discover how to protect your health and make safer choices for your kitchen. Don’t miss this critical discussion on sustainable materials and their hidden challenges!⁠ 
 
 Date: December 10, 2024⁠
 Location: Zoom
⁠ Time: 5:00 PM (Networking) 5:30 PM (Interview)⁠ ⁠
 No Recycling Archive reading this month
Let’s rethink what’s safe and sustainable for our kitchens!⁠