Joy Scrogum
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Joy Scrogum
@joysness.bsky.social
Sustainability professional, science communicator, writer, creative reuse advocate, problem solver. Zero waste, pollution prevention, circular economy, environmental health = human health. Views my own. Check out my site, https://joysness.com/.
My latest post for the ISTC blog will help you try out the tradition of the Icelandic Yule Book Flood with suggested non-fiction and fiction books related to sustainability issues. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/11/25/c...
November 25, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Happy Pollution Prevention (P2) Week (Sept. 15-21, 2025)! Check out my latest ISTC blog post to learn more about P2, P2 week, & assistance your organization can tap into from the Center for Economic Impacts & Societal Benefits (CEISB). blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/09/16/c...
September 16, 2025 at 7:23 PM
ICYMI, check out my post for the ISTC blog offering back-to-school sustainability resources: blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/07/31/b...
August 29, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Experts suggest the most important thing you can do to address climate change is talk about it, but research shows most Americans never discuss the topic. My latest post for the ISTC blog offers suggestions and resources to help you broach the subject. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/08/28/s...
August 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
ICYMI, this post was focused on graduation & Father's Day gifts, but the information included could also be useful as you prepare to send young adults off to college. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/05/23/e...
August 1, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Here's my latest post for the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center blog, on back-to-school sustainability resources: blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/07/31/b...
July 31, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Plastic Free July is just around the corner. Here's my latest post for the ISTC blog to help you prepare. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/06/27/p...
June 27, 2025 at 10:20 PM
My latest post on the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center blog features suggestions to help you choose more environmentally friendly gifts for the dads and grads in your life. blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/05/23/e...
May 24, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Check out my new post on the ISTC blog: blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/04/23/c...
April 23, 2025 at 11:07 PM
IL craft beverage companies (e.g. breweries, wineries, distilleries, cideries, etc.): ISTC & SEDAC are collaborating to offer FREE sustainability assistance to your sector! Participants can also shape a statewide certification program. Details at blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/04/08/f...
April 10, 2025 at 8:42 PM
This Sunday, March 30, is International Day of Zero Waste. This year's theme: “Towards zero waste in fashion and textiles.” Check out this post for more info & tips: blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/02/27/c...
March 28, 2025 at 4:17 PM
ISTC is a proud partner for Food Waste Prevention Week again this year. Learn how to get involved in our latest blog post: blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/03/19/i...
March 19, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Free sustainability assessments available for small food-focused businesses in Kane & DuPage Counties in IL. Lower operational costs, reduce wasted food & resources, and attract environmentally-conscious customers! blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/03/13/f...
March 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
International Day of Zero Waste will be celebrated on March 30th. This year's theme: “Towards zero waste in fashion and textiles.” blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/02/27/c...
February 28, 2025 at 4:36 PM
My latest blog post for work--Whether for a holiday gift, special occasion, or other celebration, most of us will buy bouquets or flower arrangements at some point. But have you considered sustainable options, or the best way to manage bouquets after they fade? blog.istc.illinois.edu/2025/01/30/b...
January 31, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Time to start wearing this shirt more often.
January 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
January 16, 2025 at 1:02 AM
December 30, 2024 at 9:22 PM