Sustainable School Solutions
Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA
Project Summary
Students implemented comprehensive solutions to tackle food waste, including a share bin for unwanted fruit and composting for the school garden.
Detailed Story
At Kalamazoo’s large high school, students tackled food waste through TCI’s action-based learning approach. Their comprehensive solution included implementing a share bin for unwanted fruit, composting for the school garden, and partnering with local farms, creating a model for reducing cafeteria waste while supporting community agriculture.
Impact Statement
Established a sustainable food waste management system including share bins, composting infrastructure, and farm partnerships that reduces cafeteria waste while supporting community agriculture.