Last week I flew, and I have mixed feelings about it. I was presented with a great opportunity for my business that entailed flying to & from a meeting in another state on the same day. Something about both flights
How Much Waste Will Your Event Generate? Event Waste Estimate Formula
You’ve heard me talk a lot about the event waste problem in my articles. But have you ever wondered how much waste your event is actually generating? For the most accurate answer, the best thing to do is have my
Quick Tip: Cut Buffet Waste with Smaller Plates & Serving Utensils
If you’re a food lover like me, you probably get excited when you see a buffet at an event you’re attending. So many things to try! And you get can seconds of the foods you like! Talk about living the
3 Traps to Avoid When Choosing Compostable Event Supplies
Let me tell you about the worst car-buying experience I’ve ever had. Last spring I was looking for a used Toyota Prius (of course). I found one for sale at a dealership in the west Indy suburb of Avon, so
My Last-Minute Zero Waste Event Checklist
As I write this, I’m finishing last-minute prep for a zero waste program for an event tomorrow. So I thought I’d give you an inside look at what happens the night before a zero waste event! It’s often said that
Quick Tip: How to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Zero Budget
Did you know that the biggest climate change impact from your event happens before your event even begins? That’s because travel is the top contributor of greenhouse gas emissions from events. According to calculations by MeetGreen in 2014, for an
Case Study: The Secret to Successful Event Composting
Here’s a question to test your outlook on life: You have a bag that contains compostable food scraps to about the halfway point. Is the bag half-full or half-empty? Actually, it’s neither! (Read on to understand what I mean.) For
Zero Waste Kitchen Tips from a Catering Chef
I like to do a fair amount of home cooking, but I have to admit—I’m far from being a chef. I’ve never worked a food service job or in a commercial kitchen, but I’ve become incredibly interested in their operations
Quick Tip: Add a Sustainability Clause to Your RFPs
Today I’m debuting a new “Quick Tips” series! These short articles are meant to be quick for you to read and easy to apply. Quick Tip: Include a sustainability clause in your RFPs and reinforce it in your contracts. You
3 Ways to Avoid Food Waste Due to Allergies and Dietary Restrictions
Before you read this article, think of someone you know who has a serious food allergy. Were you able to think of someone? Or more than one person? It’s highly likely you were, because according to a recent study, 1