Zero Waste Challenge

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Southern Food and Beverage Museum & Museum of the American Cocktail

<p><strong>Did you know that New Orleans only recycles 5% of our waste?</strong> And that 30% of food is wasted while 1 in 5 people struggle with hunger? We can change that.</p><p>Join us for the launch of the Zero Waste Challenge on November 15th, America Recycles Day, and register your company to show how much you love your city!  By participating in this free challenge in November, your organization can reduce waste, improving efficiency,  and benefit the community through actions like donating leftover food to those in need. It's easier than you think!</p><p></p><h1>Come network with like-minded businesses and discover ways to start a zero-waste strategy at your organization.</h1><p>Get your free tickets here to join us for an educational series on November 15th, 2021 at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum in New Orleans from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. We have a fantastic lineup of speakers and activities that will highlight the Zero Waste Challenge and the importance of making this an opportunity to reduce our community's waste! A bar and food trucks will also be available at the event!</p><p><strong>3-5:30pm: Zero Waste Trash Talks - TEDX style, featuring expert recyclers and companies who've accomplished Zero Waste strategies at their place of business.</strong></p><h2>Trash Talkers:</h2><ol><li><strong>How to do a waste audit.</strong> Linda Baynham, Director of Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, <a href="https://mccno.com/sustainability/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Morial Convention Center New Orleans</a></li><li><strong>Community Led Storm Water Management Practices: Engage, Educate and Empower.</strong> Angela Chalk, Executive Director, <a href="https://www.hcsnola.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Healthy Community Services</a></li><li><strong>It's All Lagniappe. </strong>Kim Curtis, Associate Director, <a href="https://www.recirculatingfarms.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Recirculating Farms</a></li><li><strong>Doing Good &amp; Doing Well: The Competitive Edge of Sustainability. </strong>Dana Honn, Executive Chef/Owner, <a href="https://cafecarmo.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Cafe Carmo</a></li><li><strong>Breaking Free from Plastics. </strong>Jane Patton, Director,<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.nowastela.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><strong>No Waste Louisiana</strong></a></li><li><strong>Back Dat Glass Up!</strong> Dorothy Nairne, Co-Founder &amp; CEO, <a href="https://deltabuilds.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Delta Builds</a></li><li><strong>Building 2 Protections with 1 Reuse: Marshland Protection and Rebuilding Oyster Reef Habitats through Concrete Recycling.</strong> Brad Robin, Oyster Farmer, Robin Seafood.</li><li><strong>Going Zero Waste at Folgers.</strong> Rob Jones, <a href="https://www.folgerscoffee.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Folgers</a>.</li><li><strong>Textile Recycling 101 with ricRACK</strong>. Alison Plyer, <a href="https://www.ricracknola.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ricRACK</a>.</li><p></p></ol><p><strong>5:30-6:30 Panel Discussion: Lessons from Waste after Hurricane Ida: Where do we go from here?</strong></p><h2>Panel: No More Wasting Our Resources</h2><ol><li>Kelly Haggerty, <a href="https://mccno.com/sustainability/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://foodrescue.us/site/food-rescue-us-new-orleans/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Food Rescue US - New Orleans</a></li><li>Joe Brook, <a href="https://www.hcsnola.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="https://www.compostingnetwork.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Composting Network</a></li><li>Brynn Comeaux, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HabanaOutpostNola/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a><a href="http://www.nolafoodpolicy.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">FPAC</a></li><li>Jerry Simon, City Waste Hoppers' Union <a href="https://www.recirculatingfarms.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a></li></ol><p></p><p><strong>5:30-8:00 Happy Hour, Live Music, and Food Trucks </strong></p><p>Networking, information, and Zero Waste Challenge registration will be available throughout the event.</p><h3></h3><p></p><h1>Join the Challenge at <a href="https://www.loveyourcity.us/register" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.loveyourcity.us </a></h1><h3>What are the benefits for me?</h3><ol><li>Be the first to be a part of the "Yelp for Impact" - where you are listed in an Impact Directory not merely for popularity, but for purpose. Be a leader in your industry! It's not about perfection - it's about transparency.</li><li>Your company will get access to discounts from service providers you meet through the platform as you increase your impact on our community!</li><li>You'll get a free decal so you can show your community that you Love Your City!</li><li>All businesses will get recognized at the Annual Love Your City Awards in January.</li><li>Hey - you and your team can feel good about doing the right thing.</li></ol>

<h2>COVID READINESS</h2><p>This event will require masks and vaccination cards / negative Covid-19 test within 72 hours of the event. Thank you for adhering to best practices that keep our community safe!</p>

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