Sustainable Community Leader | 5-Day Program
$2800.00
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Certified Sustainable Community Leader Program: Based on the Capannori Zero Waste Model.
The municipality of Capannori, with the support of Zero Waste Italy, has achieved:
81.86% of separate collection rate, while the European average is about 48%;
59 kg of residual waste per capita, about 60% below the Italian average.
- Overview: A 5–day certification program exploring Capannori's Zero-Waste success, with hands-on training in sustainable practices for community leadership.
- Objectives: Participants will learn waste reduction strategies, upcycling techniques, and policy advocacy to implement zero-waste models in their communities.
- Daily Schedule:
- Day 1: Introduction to Capannori model; waste audit workshop.
- Day 2: Upcycling sessions.
- Day 3: Site visit to Capannori facilities; composting demo.
- Day 4: Community planning and policy simulation.
- Day 5: Group projects and certification exam.
- Materials Needed: Notebooks, recycled materials (provided), audit kits.
- Instructors/Facilitators: Zero Waste Italy certified experts + local Capannori leaders.
- Assessment/Certification: Practical project + quiz; Zero Waste certification awarded.
- Prerequisites: Interest in sustainability; no prior experience required.
- Transportation provided for Capannori site visits.
- Lodging is not included for this 5-day course.
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