The Power of Micro Recycling: A Showcase of Community Empowerment
Micro recycling is the process of breaking down and reprocessing materials at a small-to-medium scale – typically at the community, household, and small business level, rather than through large industrial facilities and often with a focus on specific waste types (like plastic) that are not simple to recycle.
In BC, it is proving to be a game-changer, not only in diverting waste from landfills but also in fostering community engagement and promoting environmental stewardship. We are seeing more makers and innovative enterprises harness cutting-edge technologies alongside grassroots enthusiasm to process, sort, and transform recyclable materials right where waste originates—bringing solutions directly to communities.
This showcase of initiatives are creating sustainable alternatives that empower communities to take control of their environmental impact. Learn how these organizations are reshaping our relationship with waste—one community at a time.
Delve Recycled
Phoenix Plastics
Good World Materials
Alberni Makerspace
Ocean Legacy / Legacy Plastic
With vignettes by ReLove Local and Salt Legacy
$15 CWMA Members | $20 Non-Members
+GST. This event is partially-subsidized thanks to our generous sponsor!
CWMA’s operations are supported wholly by events like these, dedicated patronage from sponsors, and our membership. We are grateful for your attendance. If the current pricing presents any difficulty, please reach out to discuss alternative price options.
Virtual Doors Open at 9:50 AM Pacific for visiting and a/v check
10:00 AM – Welcome
10:10 AM – Presentations from all our makers!
11:15 AM – Questions & Discussion
11:28 AM – Final thoughts and farewell
CWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. The Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event. Please reach out for accessibility accommodations or technical assistance.
CWMA acknowledges that we work as visitors on the traditional territory of the WSÁNEĆ (Saanich), lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees), Wyomilth (Esquimalt) of the Coast Salish Nation.