The Trash Punx

This past week we teamed up with ASML and Councilmember David Cohen to conduct a cleanup along the Penitencia Creek Trail in San Jose, CA. Volunteers cleaned up 2,150 lbs. trash that will no longer enter the waterways! #TheTrashPunx https://lnkd.in/eXAbNfVD

We love building community with all! Thanks for a record breaking event with tons of trash collected and not entering the local waterways. #TheTrashPunx

It’s all about building community! We are so thankful to be partnered up with companies like ASML who consistently give back to their local communities by volunteering and cleaning up the environment. This past week we hosted a volunteer event with ASML and Councilmember David Cohen of San Jose! If you and/or your company are interested in volunteering alongside The Trash Punx, visit our website site to learn more! TheTrashPunx.org #TheTrashPunx

Thank you to ASML for your continued partnership and Councilmember David Cohen for your continued support! You rock! #TheTrashPunx

We are excited to announce that our very own Vanessa Rogier will be speaking with Dan Fritschen at the National Zero Waste Conference! The National Zero Waste Conference is the annual two-day virtual educational and networking event that anyone can attend. It features two-days of Zero Waste ideas and innovations for businesses, institutions and communities. Dates: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 and Thursday, October 3, 2024 Registration: https://zwconference.org The Trash Punx will be featured as a keynote speaker on October 2nd - talking about our plans for the first ever Micro Recycling Center in Ewaso Ngiro, Kenya. #TheTrashPunx

???? Announcing Our 2024 Keynote Speakers! ???? We’re thrilled to introduce the five incredible keynote speakers for the National Zero Waste Conference, happening virtually on October 2-3, 2024! Get ready to be inspired by leaders in the sustainability movement who are driving change and innovation in zero-waste practices: ?? Bianca Lopez - Valley Improvement Projects: A passionate advocate for environmental justice and community-driven sustainability. ?? Dan Fritschen - Waste Free in '23: Dan Fritschen is a researcher with WasteFree23.org. Dan brings more than 30 years of management, development, and engineering experience to the WasteFree23 team to combat the greatest challenges of our times – Global Warming and Plastic Pollution. ?? Vanessa Rogier—The Trash Punx: Vanessa is a ‘lifer’ for conservation. Growing up across the globe, she experienced life in remote natural environments, which fueled her passion for animals, people, and protecting the Earth. ?? Jamala Djinn, Ph.D.- Break Free From Plastic: [Dr. Jamala Djinn is a materials physicist and senior policy advisor from Detroit, MI. She uses her many years of experience in government and science to curb the presence of toxic chemicals in our bodies and the environment. ?? Stephanie Barger - TRUE Certification for Zero Waste: [Stephanie Barger, Founder of the global TRUE Certification program, will share the success stories from small to large businesses of creating micro and macro zero waste economies. “We need to break down the barriers and debunk the myths. Every company already can achieve its zero-waste goals. Focusing on what we can do and not what holds us back can expedite our journey to a circular economy.” Join us for two days of transformative discussions, innovative solutions, and invaluable insights from these visionary leaders. This is your chance to learn, engage, and join the movement toward a zero-waste future! ?? National Zero Waste Conference ??? Date: October 2-3, 2024 ?? Location: Virtual Event Register today at www.zwconference.org ???? #ZeroWasteConference #KeynoteSpeakers #Sustainability #WasteReduction #CircularEconomy #GreenTechnology #ClimateAction #EcoFriendly #EnvironmentalJustice #GreenInnovation #SustainableLiving #WasteManagement #EcoConscious #CleanTech #GreenEconomy #GlobalGoals #GreenBusiness #SustainableDevelopment #WastePrevention #EcoEvents ???? #zwconference2024

Thank you to the Seven Trees Community Center and the City of San José for your continued partnership! We had a great time this past weekend with our electronic waste drop-off and "Free Market" event. Thank you to our amazing Team of volunteers and to our recycling partner OLM Recycling Services. Thanks to Mr. Espresso for providing delicious coffee for all! See you at the next event! #TheTrashPunx https://lnkd.in/g3j9a6CX

This past weekend The Trash Punx got the unique opportunity to screen our first documentary about the environmental and health crisis within the Maasai community in Ewaso Ngiro, Kenya. The film was "officially selected" to debut at the 50th Annual Marin County Fair International Festival of Short Film & Video! This year the film also received the following awards: - Award Winner |?Santa Cruz Independent Film Fest - Award Winner |?LA Film & Documentary Award - Award Winner |?Documentaries Without Borders International Film Festival - Semi-Finalist |?San Francisco Arthouse Short Festival - Semi-Finalist |?Hawaii International Film Awards - Semi-Finalist |?Austin International Art Festival - Nominee |?San Francisco International Film Awards - Honorable Mention |?New York Film & Cinematography Awards - Official Selection |?Hollywood Best Indie Film Award - Official Selection |?Marin County Fair International Festival of Short Film & Video We invite you to watch the film with us, enjoy! https://lnkd.in/g-PDkaw8

Thank you to Steve Priest and the eBay team for spending Saturday to clean our environment and community, you rock!

Thank you to our amazing VP TJ Lauters for your leadership and guidance with The Trash Punx! We wouldn’t be where we are without your wisdom, love and passion. We are a better organization because of you, you rock!