By Sarah Lundquist, master’s degree candidate in environment studies at UM and an intern at Home ReSource, and Jeremy Drake, Community Engagement Manager at Home ReSource.Originally published in Missoula Current, April 12, 2019. Discarded construction and demolition debris makes up at least two-thirds of all materials in landfills across America, […]
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Yesterday we gathered with 40 contractors, builders, architects, engineers, developers, disposal service providers, City officials, and others to discuss how to reduce construction & demolition waste in Missoula. These stakeholders came up with solutions to address needed infrastructure, increase deconstruction, educate, and create incentives to move Missoula toward a thriving and […]
We’ve learned a thing or two over the years here at Home ReSource. Like what? Like that some artists love Home ReSource as a place to find materials & inspiration. We have hosted artists-in-residence a few times, but are thrilled to be a host site for the newly-formed Western Montana Creative […]
How many times can a single Bayern Brewing bottle be washed & reused? 45. And what’s the carbon emissions of filling 100 reused beer bottles vs. 100 new bottles? 1 lb of CO2 vs 37 lbs of CO2. The attendees of the ZERO by FIFTY Community Series event on glass learned these fun […]
We’re excited to announce the ZERO by FIFTY Community Series! If you have questions about reducing waste, this series of events is for you. It’s designed to educate as well as highlight and inspire action toward our community’s Zero Waste goal. The series kicks off on Thursday, March 21 at Home ReSource from […]
It’s hard to deny the optimism expressed by the young Missoulian who created this bar graph. Read about the Zero Waste future fifth-graders are envisioning in ZWAP!. Then help make their vision a reality. Please join us next Thursday at Climate Smart Missoula’s meet-up on Zero Waste as we celebrate and learn about new […]
By Jeremy Drake, Community Engagement Manager at Home ReSource.Originally published in Missoula Current, March 8, 2019. The black-and-white photo hung on the wall outside the kindergarten classroom. In it, my son proudly held a handwritten sign that read “socr plar.” It’s an age-old question for kids, “What do you want […]
Want to join our store crew? Submit a resume and cover letter or application to simon@homeresource.org by March 18th. No phone calls please. More information & job description here. Fixit Clinics are coming to MIssoula! Do you want to be part of a community that tinkers, troubleshoots, and repairs? Do you have the skills, drive, and enthusiasm […]
It’s our dream come true. Maybe yours, too. This summer we’re partnering with ZACC to host a week-long ZWAP! camp. From Zero Waste-inspired experiments to building with reused materials and beyond, this week-long, half-day camp is perfect for kiddos who care about creating a sustainable future and who love to be creative. Registration is […]