NEAR
ZERO WASTE

Garlic Town USA is committed to sustainability, and in 2024, we reached an incredible milestone—saving over 4,000 pounds of waste from being incinerated! Through dedicated sorting efforts, we transformed food scraps into nutrient-rich compost, reducing our environmental impact and supporting local sustainability initiatives.

Our mission doesn’t stop here. Each year, we strive to increase waste diversion, improve recycling rates, and expand composting efforts. As one of the region’s leading examples of event sustainability, we work closely with our Green Team volunteers to ensure waste is properly sorted and repurposed.

Cleanliness and recycling logo with garlic illustration and the text 'Near Zero Waste' and 'Garlic Town, USA'.

Experience Sustainability in Action

At Garlic Town USA, we believe in hands-on learning! This year, visit our eco-friendly activity stations to explore how small changes can make a big difference. Engage in fun, interactive exhibits designed for all ages and learn more about:

Proper Waste Sorting 
The Power of Composting
Reducing Single-Use Plastics
Sustainable Living Tips

Join the Green Team!

Our Green Team plays a crucial role in making Garlic Town USA a more sustainable event. With over 30 volunteers, we work together to ensure waste is sorted correctly, keeping recyclables and compostables out of landfills. But we need more hands to help us grow this impact!

Want to be part of the change? Volunteer for the Green Team and help make a difference. Sign up today!

Let’s work together to make Garlic Town USA a model for sustainable events—one clove at a time!

  • "Enjoyed working with other volunteers who were friendly, hard working and had a sense of humor throughout!"

    Former Volunteer

  • "It was phenomenal. A lot of care goes into prep, communication and celebrating after the fact."

    Former Volunteer

  • "The event could not be possible without volunteers."

    Former Volunteer

Three people standing outdoors at a market or fair, engaged in conversation. One person is wearing glasses, a face mask, and a floral jacket. The second person is in a light green t-shirt, shorts, and has a walkie-talkie attached to their waistband.
Group of five adults volunteer at a food distribution stand under a canopy, handing food containers to a woman. They are wearing colorful tie-dye shirts.
Two volunteers wearing colorful tie-dye shirts and black aprons, standing under a green canopy at a recycling event. One is an older woman holding a piece of trash, and the other is an older man smiling. Recycling bins and signs are visible in the ba
Four volunteers working at an outdoor food stand, wearing tie-dye shirts and aprons, with food containers and supplies on a table, smiling and interacting.
Volunteers in tie-dye shirts serve a customer at an outdoor event under a canopy, with recycling and trash bins nearby.