Materials Management

Category Archives: Materials Management

COVID Contemplations: Crafting Normalcy

Posted on May 15, 2020 by greenerjsa

Hoarding seem to be one of the hallmarks of this pandemic. I suspect that is normal for anything affecting a huge swath of our communities […]

community, Critical commentary, DIY, health, Materials Management, Personal Reflections

We Need to Close the Loop

Posted on August 19, 2018 by greenerjsa

I picked up new recycling bins a few days ago, as our bins have been totally mangled and broken by the pick-ups. Not to blame […]

Advocacy, Critical commentary, Materials Management

#breakfreefromplastic

Posted on August 3, 2018 by greenerjsa

I’m recently into a focused effort to reduce my plastic exposure and use, and here is an update. First, my umbrella thoughts: I truly believe […]

Inspiration, Materials Management, Personal Reflections

Is it Sustainable: Meal Delivery

Posted on July 20, 2017 by greenerjsa

Another choice for discussion regarding sustainability is food delivery services. I’m talking about meal delivery for at home preparation. Services such as Blue Apron and […]

Critical commentary, health, Materials Management, Products, Sustainability in Depth

How Many Do We Need?

Posted on July 16, 2017 by greenerjsa

I saw an episode of Dick Van Dyck in which someone offered Rob (the dad) a big stuffed bunny leftover from a TV sketch at work. […]

Critical commentary, Materials Management, Personal Reflections

Solutions, Part 1: Recognizing the Opportunities

Posted on June 11, 2017 by greenerjsa

Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, said “without a healthy environment there are no shareholders, no employees, no customers and no business.” A brilliant comprehension. Scanning […]