We Can’t Wait to Connect!
Thank you for your RSVP to the happy hour SSC is hosting with GreenCircle Certified for both Greenbuild attendees and our local clients. We are looking forward to a fun night filled with food, drinks, and sustainable raffle prizes handmade by members of our team! The happy hour will be held in the Dinosaur Hall at the Academy of Natural Sciences which features a towering 42-foot-tall T. rex.
Host: SSC and GreenCircle Certified
Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024Time: 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Place: The Dinosaur Hall at the Academy of Natural Sciences
Walking the Talk: Planning Our Zero Waste Happy Hour
SSC specializes in helping our clients achieve their zero waste to landfill goals for both facilities and events. We are utilizing our proven process to eliminate waste generation at the source and ensure the use of effective diversion methods at our happy hour.
At SSC, we take every opportunity to further our mission of empowering positive global change. Prioritizing a fun and engaging happy hour without sacrificing sustainability demonstrates our commitment to upholding our mission and values.
Steps We Are Taking to Achieve a Zero Waste Happy Hour
We began our discussions with the Academy of Natural Sciences and 12th Street Catering months in advance to design out waste and coordinate diversion methods for all waste streams at the event. Our customized roadmap for our happy hour includes, but is not limited to:
Coordinating Compost Services
Coordinating with Circle Compost, a Philadelphia-based, woman-owned composting company, to ensure that food scraps will be picked up and effectively composted.
Streamlining Recycling Efforts
Working with the Academy of Natural Sciences to streamline recycling efforts and confirm diversion with the Academy’s current hauler.
Designing the Event Space with Reusable Décor
Planning for all event décor to be reusable - no balloons or single-use decorations will be found at our event.
Eliminating Waste Generation at the Source
Collaborating with 12th Street Catering, a Philadelphia-based, woman-owned catering company, to:
Eliminate single-serve condiments and other single-use prep materials.
Serve beer in original bottles and cans instead of pouring into cups.
Replace plastic cups for wine and other beverages with aluminum cups that are infinitely recyclable.
Rent reusable tablecloths for all tables used in the space.
How You Can Help
The key to success for achieving a zero waste event is collaboration. Below are a few things you can do to help us achieve our goal:
Refrain from bringing coffee cups, food wrappers, or other personal waste items into the event.
Take only what you can enjoy to help reduce food and beverage waste.
Be mindful of signage. Take a moment to read signage on waste bins to ensure items are disposed of correctly.
If you are unsure about how to properly dispose of something, ask an SSC team member. We will be easy to spot in our green shoes and we are always happy to help!
Sustainable Raffle Prizes
Our Happy Hour will feature a variety of sustainable raffle prizes contributed by team members from SSC and GreenCircle. The prizes are perfect for personal enjoyment or make wonderful gifts for loved ones as the holiday season draws near. Each raffle prize checks at least one of the following boxes:
Includes one component that has been thrifted or previously owned/used.
Supports a local business.
Promotes sustainable behavior.
Entering to win our sustainable raffle prizes is free, simple, and most importantly: paperless. Click the button below to fill out the form to enter. You can either fill out the form prior to the event OR you can fill out the form at the event on one of the iPads that we will have stationed at the raffle table.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The address is 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103. For more information on the Academy of Natural Sciences visit: https://ansp.org/
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Yes! You are welcome to bring additional members of your team to the event. If you plan to bring team members, please pass along the RSVP form so we can collect their information and maintain an accurate headcount.
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Yes, we will have an open bar stocked with a variety of beer and wine options. Non-alcoholic beverages will also be provided. The food at the event will consist of an assortment of Philly-style sandwiches and made-to-order tacos that will be suitable for all diets.
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Yes, members of our talented team have tapped into the skills they have gained from their personal hobbies to create handmade, sustainable items to raffle off. Each guest at the happy hour will be able to enter once for each raffle prize. Raffle entries are free.
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There is metered parking near the Academy, as well as garage parking. Academy visitors receive exclusive parking discounts at the Logan Square Garage at 1815 Cherry Street. Please download the iParkit App and sign up for Express Hourly Parking (No Reservations Needed). Use program code ACADNMP001 to receive exclusive parking rates and an additional 20% off your first five uses. The first five uses discount also applies to other parking garages throughout Philadelphia. Remember to scan your parking reservation at the entry station when you arrive.
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The Academy of Natural Sciences is approximately an 11 minute walk, or a 7-10 minute drive from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Driving time is subject to change based on city traffic. See both walking and driving maps below.
Walking Routes
Driving Routes
Join Us!
We would love to have you and your team at our event! Please fill out the form below to indicate whether you can make it or not. Additional members of your team are welcome to come to the happy hour with you. If you plan to bring team members, please pass along the form below so we can collect their RSVPs and maintain an accurate headcount. We look forward to seeing you!
If you have any further questions, please reach out to Julianna@SustainableSolutionsCorporation.com
The Academy of Natural Sciences has a “NO SMOKING” policy throughout the building that is strictly enforced. Smoking and the use of tobacco products are prohibited.