Explore Fix It Fairs in Sonoma County as volunteers put policy in practice, while building resilience. photo credit: courtesy of Zero Waste Sonoma Lamp repair at a Fix It Fair Every discarded item has a story, but what if that story didn't end in the landfill? This episode explores Zero Waste Sonoma's vital work in diverting waste through comprehensive recycling and composting efforts, and their proactive approach to waste reduction. Program Manager Sloane Pagal shares the philosophy behind their initiatives. Hear from the community of people who repair and mend broken items at Fix It Fairs in Rohnert Park and Forestville. These organizations and volunteers are repairing everyday items like lamps, bikes, and clothing, demonstrating a powerful alternative to our throwaway culture and building a more sustainable Sonoma County. Guests in this episode: Sloane Pagal, Program Manager at Zero Waste Sonoma Alejandra Warren, Plastic Free Future Steve Griffith, Fix It Fair Organizer Emily Melville, SRJC Fashion Studies Faculty and Program Coordinator Community Bikes Chef’s Sharpening GSM Mobile Repair Additional reporting by Kathryn Nelson Resources in this episode: https://zerowastesonoma.gov/ https://www.reusealliance.org/ https://plastic-free-future.org/ Suggestions for guests or topics? Email [email protected]

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