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Parent Category: Sustainability
Whether you're passionate about protecting the planet, exploring culinary
delights, or getting your hands dirty in the garden, our events offer
something for everyone to enjoy. Join us for a series of engaging workshops,
hands-on cooking demonstrations, and immersive garden experiences that
celebrate the joys of green living. Learn practical tips and techniques for
reducing your environmental footprint, discover the art of sustainable cooking
using fresh, seasonal ingredients, and connect with the earth through hands-on
gardening activities.
Delve into the fascinating world of sustainability and environmental
stewardship with our engaging and informative workshops. These educational
sessions are designed to empower individuals with the knowledge, skills and
tools needed to tackle pressing environmental challenges and foster a more
sustainable future for all. Our workshops cover a diverse range of topics
related to sustainability and environmental issues, offering something for
everyone interested in making a positive impact on the planet
Pass the Plate:
These hands-on sessions are designed to inspire and empower participants to
explore the art of cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients while promoting
sustainable food practices. Our Pass the Plate series covers a wide range of
recipes, basic cooking techniques and nutrition tips, all centered around the
principles of sustainable eating. Participants will explore creative ways to
reduce food waste and discover delicious recipes that celebrate the flavors of
the season.
Grow Beach Garden:
The Grow Beach Garden invites participants to connect with the earth, explore
the joys of gardening and celebrate the abundance of the season. Join us for
guided garden tours, hands-on gardening workshops and interactive activities
that showcase the magic of growing your own food. From planting and pruning,
to harvesting, our garden events offer a wealth of opportunities to learn,
connect, and experience the wonders of nature firsthand.
Become a Certified Trash Talker:
Trash Talkers is an engaging initiative where we transform waste management
education into an interactive and enjoyable experience for students. Through a
series of lively games and activities, participants learn about proper waste
disposal practices while having fun. By engaging in these interactive sessions
three times, participants earn the esteemed title of “Certified Trash Talker”
and receive an exclusive Trash Talker t-shirt, symbolizing their commitment to
environmental stewardship and responsible waste management.
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This will include the names and pictures of participants who read the pledge
and got the certificate.
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This will also include the waste audit information and say how it’s related
to the Trash Talker and what Sustain U is doing with that information.
Volunteer Today:
Sustain U volunteers are the heart of our department. Whether they're getting
their hands dirty at the Grow Beach Garden or lending a hand at our workshops,
our volunteers play a vital role in everything we do. With their enthusiasm,
dedication and willingness to learn, they bring energy and passion to every
project and event. Together, we cultivate a culture of empowerment and action,
inspiring one another to embrace sustainable practices and make a positive
impact on our campus and beyond. Complete the volunteer application today!
What is Compost Happens?
“Compost Happens" is the educational campaign created by Sustain U to
support the University Student Union’s (USU) composting program. The
program was implemented after Sustain U's waste audit conducted in 2012.
The audit identified that 50% of waste going to the landfill from the USU
was food waste and biodegradable material, which could be diverted through
composting. The campaign began on Earth Day, 2014, and has since diverted
thousands of pounds of waste from landfills, reducing tons of carbon waste
and overall greenhouse gas emissions as a result. Campaign awareness is
brought to the CSULB community through Sustain U members and volunteer
“Trash Talkers,” who promote and educate the campus community on the
compost program throughout the USU.
If you or a group of people are interested in being trained in proper
waste disposal let us know and we can set up a training.
We also hold weekly Trash Talker tablings from 10AM-12PM either on the
West Patio (USU 2nd floor by the escalators) or Southwest Terrace.
Talker Goals
- Engage students in the USU in conversation about waste diversion
- Inform students about composting and its benefits
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Explain how to sort waste properly into the 4 stream bin system in the
USU
All trash talkers have a chance to win a FREE compost happens T-shirt.
