Independence Day in Ann Arbor wouldn’t be the same without its traditional 5K event. At least not to runners, and the Epic Races team! And so despite a warm morning and a new location, the show went on without a hitch. This year’s event, for several reasons, took place at Briarwood Mall instead of downtownContinue reading “Firecracker 5K Sustainability Report”
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Waste-free, Trouble Free: Ann Arbor Firecracker 5K Sustainability Report
“How are things going, Jeff?” someone asked me during this year’s Firecracker 5K. “Really well,” I replied. “In fact, it’s going so well I’m worried!” I was only half joking. I’ve worked too many events that seem to be going well, only to be hit with some hidden unpleasant surprise (for instance, volunteers filling upContinue reading “Waste-free, Trouble Free: Ann Arbor Firecracker 5K Sustainability Report”
Epic Races and HPR Recognized for Zero Waste by USA Triathlon
More good press about Zero Waste at athletic events! An interview with Eva Solomon, founder and CEO of Epic Races, was published on the USA Triathlon website last September. Epic has used Happy Planet Running at their events since 2017. “I wanted Epic Races to be eco-friendly,” Eva said, but she had challenges at first. InContinue reading “Epic Races and HPR Recognized for Zero Waste by USA Triathlon”
Freedom from Trash: Firecracker 5K 2018 Sustainability Report
A beautiful Fourth of July, perfect for a morning 5K, viewing a parade, and then spending the day eating and hanging out with family and friends. What could be better than that? All that, plus nearly zero waste at the race!
Kaboom! Firecracker 5K hits 99 Percent Diversion
What’s better than a Fourth of July 5K followed by a parade? A Fourth of July 5K that left no trash behind. That’s worth celebrating!
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