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SUMMARY:Zero Waste Associate Course 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Zero Waste Associates (ZWA) Course teaches participants how to use the Zero Waste USA toolkits for Zero Waste planning for businesses\, institutions\, or communities. \n \nZero Waste Associates Course \nREGISTER HERE \nInstructors: Ruth Abbe\, Chrise de Tournay Birkhahn\, and Amanda Rice Waddle \nGuest Speakers from Zero Waste USA and other organizations. \nDates: February 26\, 2026 – April 30\, 2026; ZOOM (link will be provided after registration) \nClass Dates – 5 Thursday Classes: \n\n2/26/2026\, 10 am – 1:30 pm PT / 1 pm – 4:30 pm ET\n3/5/2026\, 10 am – 1:30 pm PT / 1 pm – 4:30 pm ET\n3/12/2026\, 10 am – 1:30 pm PT / 1 pm – 4:30 pm ET\n3/26/2026\, 10 am – 1:30 pm PT / 1 pm – 4:30 pm ET\n4/30/2026\, 10 am – 2 pm PT / 1 pm – 5 pm ET\n\nCourse Description: \nThe Zero Waste Associates (ZWA) Course teaches participants how to use the Zero Waste USA toolkits for Zero Waste planning for businesses\, institutions\, or communities. This course includes 12 hours of instructive time during the first four classes plus time for discussion and questions at the end of each class. This course teaches participants the basic information about Zero Waste\, the benefits of creating Zero Waste systems\, and the eight steps to becoming Zero Waste. It also teaches students how to use the Zero Waste USA toolkits for business\, institution\, and community planning. This class prepares the participants to use the Zero Waste USA Toolkits for their planning projects and as professionals or advocates working to create Zero Waste systems. \nAfter the final class on March 26th\, the participants will work on a planning project for four weeks. During the April 30th class\, participants present their planning project (PowerPoint presentation) to fellow students\, instructors\, and guests. \nParticipants will take an open-book examination after the Project Presentation Class. They will have two weeks to complete this. \nPrerequisite: Introduction to Zero Waste Class. Participants registered for the Zero Waste Associates course that have not taken Zero Waste USA’s Introduction to Zero Waste class must watch a recorded version. \nClass Requirements: Students must attend all classes\, complete assignments\, participate in a planning project\, present their planning project\, and use and submit the Zero Waste USA toolkit. Students must also pass the examination with an 80% or higher and complete the evaluation. Assignments include 2-5 hours a week of watching videos\, reading\, and completing the Zero Waste USA toolkit. \nClass Goal and Outcome: This course is designed for Zero Waste professionals who want to advance their knowledge and expertise in Zero Waste planning. Participants will gain knowledge and experience using the Zero Waste USA planning toolkit and be prepared to work with their municipality\, business\, or institution on Zero Waste. \nParticipants who complete this course will be certified as a Zero Waste Associate by Zero Waste USA.  \nQuestions: Email amanda@zerowasteusa.org \nRegister today:  \n$350 – General Registration \n$300 – Zero Waste USA Affiliates \nGroup discounts and two-for-one registrations are available. \nBy registering for this course\, you agree to receive communications from Zero Waste USA. \nClick here to register! \n  \nIs your organization interested in becoming a Zero Waste USA Affiliate? \nClick here to get more information (affiliate webpage) \nClick here to apply to be a Zero Waste USA Affiliate. \nEmail Amanda with questions.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/zero-waste-associate-course/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Zero Waste Associates Course,Zero Waste Education
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SUMMARY:ZWIA Zero Food Waste Workshop
DESCRIPTION:From Food Waste to Circular Food Systems:\nGlobal Solutions for a Zero Waste Future\nTuesday\, April 14th • 8:30 to 10:30 am PDT\nEvery year\, the world wastes nearly one billion tonnes of food\, contributing significantly to biodiversity loss\, food insecurity\, and climate change. Reducing food loss and waste requires collaboration across sectors. This webinar brings together international organizations\, innovation leaders\, food recovery networks\, and technology providers to explore solutions that support the transition to zero waste food systems.\nTopics: \n\nWhat is Zero Waste?\nFood Loss\, Composting Right\, and Innovative Markets\nPreventing Food Loss and Food Waste: Case Studies and Innovations\nFood Recovery and Redistribution\nArtificial Intelligence and the Future of Food Waste Prevention\n\nSpeakers: \n\nLinda Norris Waldt\, US Composting Council\nRuth Abbe\, Zero Waste USA\nPete Pearson\, World Wildlife Fund\nVirginia Fernández-Trapa\, UN Tourism\nElena Mateo\, Zero Waste Costa Rica\nDavid Jackson\, Winnow Solutions\nLaura Brenes\, Costa Rica Food Loss Network (RedPDA)\nFrancia Linares\, Costa Rican Food Bank\nMahesh Nakarmi\, HECAF 360\, Nepal\nMadeline Keating\, NRDC Food Matters Program.\n\nFREE registration:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/ZeroFoodWaste4-14-26 \nOrganized by the Zero Waste International Alliance\, Alianza Zero Waste Costa Rica and Zero Waste USA in recognition of the United Nations International Day of Zero Waste 2026.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/zwia-zero-food-waste-workshop/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Advanced Zero Waste Planning
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Zero Waste Planning Course is designed to deliver in-depth instruction on tools used in Zero Waste Planning. In addition\, participants will learn how to understand Material Characterization studies and standard metrics used in Zero Waste planning. Participants will get instructions on Zero Waste USA’s planning toolkit\, which precedes the advanced tools. The advanced Zero Waste planning tools taught in this course include the Diversion Potential and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Analysis and the Cost Estimate Tool. There is no homework or quizzes\, but plenty of supplementary reading materials are located in the Canvas classroom. A Certificate of Completion is issued after the class. \nThis course is intended for those who work directly on creating Zero Waste plans. During this class\, advanced Zero Waste planning concepts and tools are taught. Excel skills are required. The Introduction to Zero Waste Class or Zero Waste Associates Course is the prerequisite. \nThis class is taught online via Zoom \nMay 7 & 14\, 2026\, from 10 am – 1 pm Pacific Time. \nREGISTER HERE \nClass Outline: \n\nZero Waste Principles\nMaterial Characterizations Studies\nMetrics\n\nDiversion Rate\nPer Capita Generation\nTons Going to Destructive Disposal\n\n\nZero Waste USA Community Planning Toolkit\nCommon Zero Waste Initiatives\nZero Waste Analysis – Diversion Potential and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Analysis\nCost Estimate Tool\n\nCost:\nGeneral Registration – $150.\nZero Waste USA Affiliates – $100.\nGroup and Student Discounts are available. \nQuestions: email amanda@zerowasteusa.org  \nBy registering for this class\, you agree to receive email communication from Zero Waste USA. \nClick here to register! \nIs your organization interested in becoming a Zero Waste USA Affiliate? \nClick here to get more information (affiliate webpage) \nClick here to apply to be a Zero Waste USA Affiliate. \nEmail Amanda with questions.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/advanced-zero-waste-planning-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advanced Zero Waste Planning
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SUMMARY:Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Zero Waste USA is hosting a Networking Event on Tuesday\, May 12\, 2026\, from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm PT / 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET. The event is free. \nWe invite current and prospective members of Zero Waste USA Affiliate Organizations\, as well as former\, current\, and future students\, to join us on Zoom for a Networking Event. Zero Waste USA holds three Networking Events a year\, and we invite our affiliates\, students\, and interested individuals to attend. The Networking Event includes a guest speaker\, an overview of Zero Waste USA programs\, and time for general questions and interaction. Networking Events are held on Zoom. Registration is required. \nClick here to register! \nIs your organization interested in becoming a Zero Waste USA Affiliate? \nClick here to get more information (affiliate webpage) \nClick here to apply to be a Zero Waste USA Affiliate. \nEmail Amanda with questions.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/1528/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Join Captain Charles Moore: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch (Viewing 1)
DESCRIPTION:Join Save The Albatross Coalition (STAC) for a compelling presentation on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch\, led by Captain Charles Moore\, the researcher who discovered it. Captain Moore will make a short presentation. There will be a short documentary produced in collaboration with the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS)\, followed by an open discussion. The film chronicles his 20-year research journey with the Algalita Marine Research and Education team\, exposing the devastating accumulation of 80\,000 metric tons of plastic and the toll that microplastic “toxic confetti” takes on marine ecosystems and human health. \nSave The Albatross Coalition is a program of Zero Waste USA.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/join-captain-charles-moore-the-great-pacific-garbage-patch-viewing-1/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Save The Albatross Coalition (STAC)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Sparnicht":MAILTO:chris@zerowasteusa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T100000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Zero Waste Class
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Zero Waste (IZW) is a four-hour online (Zoom) introductory class hosted and taught by Zero Waste USA board members and staff. During this class\, students will learn about Zero Waste principles\, the Zero Waste International Alliance’s (ZWIA) Zero Waste Hierarchy\, and the international\, peer-reviewed definition of Zero Waste. Students will also be introduced to Zero Waste principles and planning techniques for businesses\, institutions\, and communities. Upon completion of the class\, students will receive a quiz\, an evaluation\, and a certificate of completion. \nTuesday\, June 30\, 2026 \nZoom Class \nCost:\nGeneral Registration – $100.\nZero Waste USA Affiliates – $50.\nGroup Discounts and Scholarships are available. \nQuestions: email amanda@zerowasteusa.org  \nBy registering for this class\, you agree to receive email communication from Zero Waste USA. \nClick here to register! \nIs your organization interested in becoming a Zero Waste USA Affiliate? \nClick here to get more information (affiliate webpage) \nClick here to apply to be a Zero Waste USA Affiliate. \nEmail Amanda with questions.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/introduction-to-zero-waste-class/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Introduction to Zero Waste
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SUMMARY:National Zero Waste Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The National Zero Waste Conference is an annual two-day virtual educational and networking event organized by Zero Waste USA and our partners. \nZero Waste Businesses & Institutions is the focus on Wednesday\, October 21\, and Zero Waste Communities on Thursday\, October 22\, 2026. \n\nEarly Bird Price\, $150 (March 2 – July 31)\nGeneral Admission\, $200 (after July 31)\nZero Waste USA and ZWIA Affiliates\, $100\nStudents\, $50\n\nEmail zwconference@zerowasteusa.org with questions.
URL:https://zerowasteusa.org/event/national-zero-waste-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:National Zero Waste Conference
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