Waste Less.
Care for Kauaʻi.

Join the movement to reduce waste, protect the ʻāina, and build a more circular economy that supports a thriving island for generations to come.

BECOME A MEMBER

Support local solutions and be part of the Zero Waste movement.

DONATE

Help fund education, outreach, and community waste reduction programs.

VOLUNTEER

Join cleanups, events, and hands-on projects that protect Kauaʻi.

ADVOCATE

Support local solutions and be part of the Zero Waste movement.

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There's No Such Place As "Away"

Kauaʻi’s only landfill will reach full capacity by 2030. Every piece of trash we create stays on our island, affecting our water, our reefs, and our keiki’s future. But we can change this story, together.

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Join us at upcoming workshops,
cleanups, and community gatherings.

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Community Events

National Zero Waste Conference 2026

Date: Thu, Oct 22

Locations/Details: Virtual Event

Compost Kaua'i
Community Work Days

Date: Mon, Feb 02

Locations/Details: Multiple Dates, Compost Kaua'i

Net Patrol with
Surfrider Kaua'i

Date: Wed, Feb 11

Location/Date: Multiple Dates; Locations is TBD

Downtown Līhuʻe
Night Market

Date: Sat, Feb 07

Location/Details: Multiple Dates; Kress Street

Programs and Initiatives

Our projects are designed to promote sustainable practices and minimize waste generation. We strive to educate the community and implement effective waste management strategies.

Outreach & Education

Engaging residents and tourists in meaningful sustainability efforts through community programs and events.

Policy & Advocacy

Working toward systemic change and legislative support for Zero Waste initiatives.

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Curbside Recycling & Materials Recovery

Improving local recovery systems to ensure materials are diverted from the landfill.

Community Composting

Dedicated efforts to keep food scraps out of the landfill and return nutrients to the land.

Zero Waste Events

Providing support and resources to minimize the environmental footprint of community gatherings.

Be a Part of The Solution

Change starts right here, with all of us. Whether you lend a hand at a cleanup, donate to local programs, or make mindful swaps at home, you’re helping protect our ʻāina and create a cleaner, healthier future for our keiki. Together, we can turn waste into wisdom, and keep Kauaʻi as beautiful as the love we have for it.

Our Commitment to Kauaʻi

Zero Waste Kauaʻi is dedicated to fostering a sustainable environment on the beautiful island of Kauai, HI. Our initiatives focus on waste reduction, community involvement, and environmental protection.

Our projects are designed to promote sustainable practices & minimize waste generation. We strive to educate the community and implement effective waste management strategies.