This newly created committee, voted by the Board of Directors in April 2026, was established to support NCRA members and partners who work specifically in reuse and repair, and beyond. The committee fosters programs and advocacy for reuse and repair (Official vision statement TBD).
Chair: Christopher Slafter.
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 4 PM PT.
Bookmark the committee page for special updates and RSVP for the upcoming meetings here!
Andrea Deleon at the City of San Diego will be part of the conversation on environmental equity, community leadership, and why frontline voices must guide climate solutions.
Join us for a discussion on how climate change and environmental policies disproportionately affect BIPOC and/or low-income communities, and why it is important to engage and involve those communities in creating and shaping programs as we work together towards a Zero Waste future.
Featured Speakers:
Mike Lok – Field Director with AAPIs for Civic Empowerment Education Fund (AAPI FORCE-EF)
Andrea Deleon – Deputy Director of Environmental Services Department, Waste Reduction Division at the City of San Diego
Recording link […]
Join us for a compelling conversation with three SF Bay Area Zero Waste entrepreneurs — Matt, Amy, and Nikki — as they reflect on the struggles, lessons, and adaptations that came with the COVID-19 lockdowns. From brick-and-mortar shops to online school supply sales, these local changemakers share how they weathered the storm and what the future holds for businesses rooted in Zero Waste values. 🌱
Let’s learn from their journeys and support the success of businesses that are building a better, waste-free world. ♻️
Agenda:
5 PM – Networking
5:30 PM – Interview
6:15 PM – Audience Q&A
Recording link […]
The ZWAC Show is interviewing Baani Behniwal, the Carbon Drawdown Director at The Climate Center! 🌎✨ We’re especially curious about Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS)—a process that involves injecting carbon dioxide into deep underground reservoirs. Could this be a real climate solution? Has the Climate Center explored its potential?
Get the latest insights from Baani and bring your questions!
Tonight’s Recycling Archive Reading from program director Susan Kinsella of late Kathy Evans, a Berkeley native who fought for its nationally recognized recycling program.
Agenda:
5 PM – Networking
5:30 PM – Interview
6:15 PM – Recycling Archive Reading
Recording link […]
Join us for an inspiring conversation with two trailblazing attorneys leading the charge for a sustainable future. Sumona Majumdar, General Counsel at Earth Island Institute, and Lori R. Mendez, legal counsel for the Save the Albatross Coalition, will share their insights on using litigation and policy to tackle plastic pollution, corporate greenwashing, and climate justice.
From advancing racial equity goals to championing Zero Waste and circular economy initiatives, these legal experts are driving impactful change at the intersection of law and environmental advocacy. Discover how their work shapes policies, empowers communities, and protects natural resources for generations to come.
Recycling Archives Interview will feature John Moore, ZWAC Show Host, Former NCRA Board Member and General Legal Council.
Agenda:
5:00 PM Networking
5:30 PM ZWAC Show begins
5:40 PM Interview with Sumona Majumdar
5:55 PM Interview with Lori R. Mendez
6:15 PM Recycling Archives Interview with Susan Kinsella and John Moore
