Looking to spark environmental awareness and action in your school? Hosting a green fair is a powerful way to engage students, families, and local…
A green fair is a school-wide or community event that showcases eco-friendly practices, local environmental organizations, student projects, and…, 1. Set Your GoalsDecide what you want your fair to accomplish. Here are some ideas:
Raise awareness about local environmental issues.
Celebrate…, Zero Waste Stations: Set up bins for compost, recycling, and landfill with clear signage and student monitors.
Reusable Decor: Use banners made…, A green fair isn't just an event; it's a launchpad for lifelong environmental stewardship. By centering student voice, community collaborators, and…
The latest Municipal Solid Waste in Texas: A Year in Review 2024 report from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality delivered some important…
Municipal solid waste consists of everyday items that are thrown away, such as product packaging, yard trimmings, furniture, clothing, bottles and…,
Texas’ remaining landfill capacity is estimated to last 50 years.
Texans disposed of 41.3 million tons of waste—up by 1 million tons. …, Every small action adds up. Together, we can reduce the amount of trash going to landfills.
Reduce
Avoid impulse purchases and…, Every pound of waste avoided, reused, or recycled helps extend the life of our landfills and protect Texas’ land, water, and wildlife. Be a part of…
Electronics use “phantom power” even when off. A single power strip lets you shut them down completely and save money on your bill.
Texans throw away about 5 pounds of waste per person daily. Recycling paper, plastics, and metals reduces landfill use, saves energy, and conserves…
Opting out of unwanted catalogs and mailers saves trees, cuts waste, and declutters your home. The FTC and Direct Marketing Association offer free…
Take shorter showers and turn off the tap while brushing your teeth. These simple changes can save 200 gallons per month.
A dripping faucet can waste 3,000 gallons annually. Regularly inspect sinks and toilets to prevent water loss.
You can often make your own cleaners with vinegar and baking soda. Or look for EPA Safer Choice products to reduce chemicals in your home. They’re…
Wash clothes in cold water when you can—heating water accounts for 90% of laundry’s energy use.
Our Proud Partner Program is an organizational responsibility program that allows corporations, governments, nonprofits, and other private entities…
When a business or organization takes a pledge to further its conservation efforts—in a way that makes sense for its business, focus, and/or team—we…, As a Proud Partner, you and your organization have opportunities to share how you’re engaging in conservation, contribute your leadership and…
Clean the lint trap often and don’t over-dry clothes. Using a moisture sensor dryer saves energy and prevents wear on fabrics.
Scrape dishes and use the air-dry setting on your dishwasher. Running only full loads can save 3,000 gallons of water a year.