ECO: Waste Diversion Volunteer

The Solana Center envisions a region where cities unite to preserve resources through a closed-loop system. Their goal is to keep materials out of landfills and waterways, replenish nutrients in our soils, and drive systemic change at all levels to address the pressing climate crisis.

This is an opportunity to make a big impact on diversion of waste from the landfill! Teaching folks how to properly dispose and sort their trash is an important part of waste reduction. Help the Solana Center lighten the load on the planet by leading others in proper recycling and disposal at this large event. 

Volunteers will assist Solana Center staff with setting up and staffing the waste diversion stations at the event: helping attendees properly dispose of their garbage in sorting stations (recycling bin, food waste bin, trash can). Volunteers may also assist with some sorting and weighing of waste at the end of the event.

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

• Attire: Volunteers should dress comfortably for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes. Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, glasses) is highly recommended. This opportunity takes place both indoors and outdoors

• Bring: Bring a refillable water bottle and snacks if you like.

• Physical Requirements: Volunteers should be able to be on their feet for somewhat extended periods of time. The ability to lift up to 20 pounds is helpful, but not required. Unfortunately, this opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations and the space is not wheelchair accessible.

• Waiver: The waiver will be sent to you to review before your registration for the event is confirmed.

• Weather: Inclement weather procedures will be determined by DPR Construction, who are the hosts of this event. DPR construction has enlisted Solana Center for Environmental Innovation to provide waste reduction services for this event.

• Photos: A photo waiver is included as part of the general liability waiver for this event. 

• Note: It is helpful, but not required, for volunteers to have a generally familiarity with recycling/green waste collection bin guidelines. Solana Center staff will provide volunteers with all the information they need at the start of the shift.

About Solana Center for Environmental Innovation

​Solana Center for Environmental Innovation is a San Diego-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that focuses on Zero Waste, composting, and water conservation. They mobilize the local community through innovative outreach and provide consulting services to businesses and jurisdictions in order to address the region’s most pressing environmental issues and enact impactful change.