Fort Negrita Blog — Atlanta

My Zero Waste Life// Zero Waste Candles (VIDEO)

Atlanta Zero Waste

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The zero waste journey is an interesting one, and I would love to share with you how it is done. I created "My Zero Waste Life" so you can see how I limit my waste consumption to a Mason jar.

In this episode, we are gearing up for my birthday by making zero waste candles from a potato and slivered almonds. MORE>>>>



We also encounter a zero waste imposter, Mr. War$, who has not quite mastered the art...

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My Zero Waste Life// First Vlog (VIDEO)

Atlanta Zero Waste

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The Zero Waste Life takes practice, and I would like for us all to go down this trash-less road together. That is why I created "My Zero Waste Life."

"My Zero Waste Life" is a vlog about my everyday life sans trash. There are so many methods to my trash-less madness that I often leave my viewers in the dark. The vlog will help to highlight my small victories of zero waste life.

In this episode, I...

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Ree, The Swing and The Chattahoochee River

Atlanta Eco-Tourism

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After volunteering all Saturday under the hot sun for Keep Atlanta Beautiful, I was looking forward splashing around in some chilly river water.

I was expecting to go right after my stunt with KAB, but with the day getting late, we decided to wait until Sunday.

That night I pack up Zero Waste snacks; tortilla chips, hummus, grapes, a veggie sandwich and a mason jar full of water and dreamed of...

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7 Things I'm Anticipating at the U.S. Zero Waste Business Council Conference

Atlanta Zero Waste

recycling is not enough

If you had to guess the amount of times I have met another zero waster in person, what would be your prediction? Although I have virtually met some Zero Waste enthusiasts; there have been zero in-person so far.

But all of that will change this week when Atlanta hosts the 3rd annual U.S. Zero Waste Business Council (USZWBC) Conferenceat the Westin in Buckhead. This year's mission is "Creating Value...

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How To Zero Waste Grocery Shop?

Atlanta Zero Waste

recycling is not enough

On Sundays, there is only one thing that can make me put on pants, pack up the cart and create a to-do list. GROCERY SHOPPING! (Not as excited as I am?)

I sort of NEED the excitement or else it would be extremely dreadful, because there's a bit of preparation before and after that can make or break your trip.



In Atlanta, Sevanandaon Moreland Ave is the best place to go bulk shopping you can get...

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