On our shared, finite planet, there is no “away.” When we throw something out, it flows into the ecosystems we depend on,  threatening our land, water, air, and health.

SPEC’s Zero Waste Committee works to change that. We believe zero waste isn’t just a technical goal, it’s a way of building community. Through grassroots projects, practical skills, and hands-on participation, we help people move from concern to action: reducing what we consume, repairing what we have, and rethinking how we live.

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