Samantha Romanick, a microbiology PhD student, is the founder and operator of Black Rock Refill, a zero-waste business to help people in the Reno, Nevada and surrounding areas have options to reduce plastic waste in their lives. Studying the biology of micro-plastic contamination in the environment, she knows intimately why we should consider minimizing our use of plastic and how to go about it. She operates her business without a brick and mortar store and still manages to make her products available to a large area.
Tessa Dee Miller is a treasure hunter and upcycling enthusiast. She is the shop owner of the “The Nest” a vintage furniture, décor, and...
Whether you’ve been veggie gardening for a while or are just getting started on trying urban homesteading, there might be something for you in...
Skylar Jones works as an environmental scientist focusing on sustainability outreach and education for the State of Nevada. Learn more about how her environmental...
