Broward Sierra Group JULY General Meeting - Zero Waste
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Thu, Jul 9, 2026; 6:30 PM
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Broward Sierra Group JULY General Meeting - Zero Waste
Why Zero Waste? Advancing Zero Waste Solutions in South Florida (Presentation) with hands-on waste sorting demonstration and zero waste mini swap.
Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351, USA
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Elisa Jones
outreachbrowardsierra@gmail.com
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Organized By: Broward County Group
Location: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351, USA
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Event Organizers:
Elisa Jones
outreachbrowardsierra@gmail.com
Why Zero Waste?
Advancing Zero Waste Solutions in South Florida
& Hands-On Waste Sorting Demonstration with
Richard Ramcharitar of Broward Clean Air!
** In-Person Attendee Prize Question **Bring your refillable water container.We’ve got all kinds of snacks!
GUEST SPEAKER: Richard Ramcharitar of Broward Clean Air.PART I: PRESENTATIONWhy Zero Waste? Advancing Zero Waste Solutions in South Florida.PART II: ZERO WASTE STATION A hands-on demonstration showing how to properly sort waste into
reuse, recycling, compost, and landfill categories.
ECO ACTION: Take the Solid Waste Authority Pledge and let your city commissioners know you stand behind the work of the Authority.MINI ZERO WASTE SWAP: Bring some items you have around your home or garage that are in good and usable condition that you no longer want for other members to take home and reuse. Examples: kitchen, office or art supplies, textiles, books, small appliances, electronics, garden supplies, etc. Any swap items leftover from the evening will be packed up and donated. Let’s work hard to keep nice things out of the landfill!
Richard Ramcharitar is an environmental advocate, community educator, and founder of Broward Clean Air, focused on advancing Zero Waste, recycling reform, composting, and sustainable community initiatives across South Florida. He has contributed to regional sustainability planning efforts connected to the Miami-Dade County Zero Waste Master Plan and currently supports stakeholder outreach and community engagement for the Southwest Ranches Zero Waste Plan with Abbe & Associates.Since the inception of the Broward Solid Waste Authority, Richard has actively participated in Executive Committee, Governing Board, and Technical Advisory Board meetings advocating for innovative Zero Waste strategies and sustainable materials management solutions. He has also participated in high-level meetings and field site visits at Miami International Airport focused on improving recycling and sustainability initiatives at a major international airport.Recognized as a trusted voice among elected officials, Zero Waste professionals, and community stakeholders, Richard has traveled throughout the United States and Brazil studying environmental and Zero Waste solutions to help bring practical, community-based strategies back to South Florida.
Signup Instructions: Registration is required.
Recommended Items: Bring your refillable container. Light snacks will be provided for those attending in person.
Additional Directions: If you are attending in person, please arrive by 6:30pm. Prize question only for those attending in person.
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