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20Sep

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Astronaut Scott Kelly to Give Stellar Keynote at Conservation Heroes & Hope on November 15

Rachel Staats

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Resource Central invites the community to an out-of-this-world event supporting resource conservation with the keynote by retired astronaut Captain Scott Kelly.

28Aug

2024 Conservation Heroes & Hope with Keynote Scott Kelly

Join Us for Conservation Heroes & Hope on November 15

Rachel Staats

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Join us for Conservation Heroes and Hope, a celebration supporting nonprofit Resource Central with keynote speaker Captain Scott Kelly.

19Aug

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Annual Conservation Impact Achieves Milestone

Rachel Staats

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In 2023, Resource Central achieved a record-breaking conservation impact by helping 90,000 people save water, divert waste, and conserve energy.

02Aug

Orange and yellow flowers blooming in a front yard

Rooting for the Future with Garden In A Box

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From significant water savings to community benefits, Garden In A Box is a testament to the power of conservation efforts.

29Jul

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Blossoming Benefits: Community Perks of Garden In A Box

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The benefits of Garden In A Box extend far beyond water savings. By fostering community engagement, the program helps create vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods.

26Jul

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Every Drop Counts: Unveiling the Water Savings of Garden In A Box

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Garden In A Box is making a significant impact in water conservation by transforming traditional landscapes into waterwise yards.

22Jul

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Turf’s Up! The Scoop on Garden In A Box Water Savings

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Dig into the details and discover the transformative power of waterwise landscaping with Garden In A Box.

21Jun

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Transforming Thirsty Lawns: Record Number of Coloradans Embracing Waterwise Yards

Rachel Staats

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In a state where water conservation is essential, Coloradans are taking the lead by converting traditional, thirsty lawns into vibrant, waterwise landscapes with support from Resource Central.

14May

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Resource Central Collects 20 Truckloads of Materials Diverted from Landfills During CU Boulder Moveout

Rachel Staats

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More than 20 truckloads of home goods were diverted from landfills during move out and will be available to the community starting May 18.

06May

Resource Central's annual CU Yard Sale | Saturday, May 18 9am-5pm

Resource Central to Divert Students’ Supplies from Landfills

Rachel Staats

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Conservation partnership with the Environmental Center at CU Boulder champions the reuse of materials with home goods available to the community starting May 18.

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