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Think About It Thursday: Wasted Food = Wasted Opportunity 💭🍽️In 2019, the U.S. generated a staggering 66 million tons of...
07/31/2026

Think About It Thursday: Wasted Food = Wasted Opportunity 💭🍽️

In 2019, the U.S. generated a staggering 66 million tons of food waste. Yet, only 5% was composted. The rest? It made up 24% of municipal solid waste, making food the #1 material in landfills.

🚨 That’s a lot of wasted resources. But it doesn’t have to be.

Are there ways your business can cut down on food waste? From better inventory management to composting programs and donation partnerships, small changes can have a big impact.

Let’s dig in and find solutions—together. ♻️ Food for thought from ReWorksSA.

Can beauty sustainability exist in the same space? We think so. One of the easiest ways top create a more sustainable l...
07/24/2026

Can beauty sustainability exist in the same space? We think so.

One of the easiest ways top create a more sustainable landscape is by choosing native plants.
Hers's why they're a great choice:
They need less water and maintenance, helping save both resources and time.

They attract pollinators and local wildlife, supporting a healthier ecosystem.


ReWorksSA is a Division of San Antonio’s Solid Waste Management Department

Do you get confused on what is actually recyclable? Here’s a tip.Regardless of who collects or where you take your recyc...
07/21/2026

Do you get confused on what is actually recyclable? Here’s a tip.

Regardless of who collects or where you take your recycling, there are some universally accepted materials.

Clean paper
Flattened cardboard
Empty metal cans
Empty plastic bottles and jugs

Stick to these Core 4 to keep recycling simple for all employees.

Some private haulers don’t accept glass and some manufacturer packaging has recycling symbols on material that isn’t universally accepted. So, avoid any confusion and think Core 4. You’ll never go wrong.

💡Need more information on what you can recycle at your office. Check with your waste and recycling hauler for a list of acceptable materials!


ReWorksSA is a Division of San Antonio’s Solid Waste Management Department

Tip TuesdayAttention Tea Drinkers.Whether tea is your morning caffeine to gear up for work or your afternoon relaxation ...
07/14/2026

Tip Tuesday

Attention Tea Drinkers.
Whether tea is your morning caffeine to gear up for work or your afternoon relaxation on your break, consider steeping without the bag. Switch to loose tea leaves and use a tea infuser and there will be nothing left to dispose of – except the leaves which are compostable.
Sustainability in the workplace can start with small things.

Do you want to be more environmentally sustainable at workplace? Start by trying these best practices. If you are a San...
07/10/2026

Do you want to be more environmentally sustainable at workplace? Start by trying these best practices. If you are a San Antonio Business and need assistance contact us to schedule a no-cost consultation at (210) 207-6550 or visit www.ReWorksSA.org to learn more!

How can you celebrate July 4th and protect the planet?Go Red, White, and Green with these simple sustainable tips:• Use ...
07/04/2026

How can you celebrate July 4th and protect the planet?
Go Red, White, and Green with these simple sustainable tips:
• Use reusable dishware instead of disposables
• Use cloth napkins instead of paper
• Encourage guests to bring their own water bottles
• Compost your food scarps
• Instead of fireworks use glow sticks, laser light shows or drone displays
Happy 250th Birthday USA!

Today is International Plastic Bag Free Day! Why stop using disposable bags? A single plastic bag takes years to decompo...
07/03/2026

Today is International Plastic Bag Free Day!
Why stop using disposable bags? A single plastic bag takes years to decompose and can become tangled in recycling machinery. It’s time to swap the ‘single use’ mindset for something more sustainable. Before you head to work, try a few of these tips:
Bring your own tote: Use a reusable bag to pack your work items.
Eating out for lunch? Refuse the plastic bag to put the takeout container. If you’re only buying one or two prepackaged items, skip the bag entirely!
Return disposables: Have plastic bags lying around the workplace? Collect them in a single bag and take it to a store-drop-off bin at your local grocery or retailer.
Small changes can lead to fewer plastic bags wasted over time.
Need more ideas? Contact us at ReWorksSA.org

🤔Think About It "Every minute, the equivalent of one garbage truck of plastic is dumped into the ocean."— United Nation...
06/25/2026

🤔Think About It "Every minute, the equivalent of one garbage truck of plastic is dumped into the ocean."
— United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Why not say goodbye to single-use plastic water bottles at your workplace and say hello to a water refill station?

Many of these water systems offer metrics on how many plastic water bottles are saved by refilling with a reusable bottle.️

These metrics are a great tool to share with customers, stake holders, employees and to highlight within your company to showcase your progress and commitment to sustainability! ️

What does your workplace do to divert plastic bottles from the landfill? Share it in the comments below ⬇️ or contact us at ReWorkSA.org

Here’s a tip. ☀️If you’re using disposable utensils at work, remember that even though they’re plastic, they are not rec...
06/23/2026

Here’s a tip. ☀️

If you’re using disposable utensils at work, remember that even though they’re plastic, they are not recyclable. Plus, they’re flimsy, hard to use, and worst of all, end up in the landfill.
Get a reusable utensil set for work as a sturdy sustainable solution. A small purchase can make a big difference.

What is commingled recycling (or single-stream recycling)?It's a recycling system that allows approved recyclable materi...
06/17/2026

What is commingled recycling (or single-stream recycling)?
It's a recycling system that allows approved recyclable materials to be placed together in a single recycling container, making recycling more convenient for everyone.
Before tossing items in the bin, remember three recycling rules:
✅Clean
✅Loose
✅Dry
Keeping recyclables free of food, liquids, and plastic bags helps ensure they can be properly recycled.

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