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Resourceful PDX

Program
Community and Economic Development
Discover how simple changes like borrowing, reusing, and repairing can help you save money and support a more sustainable Portland.

Resourceful PDX offers practical tips and local resources to help you waste less, spend wisely, and support our community and local economy.
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Featured content

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Map: Find local spots to Reuse, Repair, and Share

Woman holding reusable mug and bag walking down sidewalk

Everyday tips to reuse, repair, borrow, and share

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Event calendar: Find opportunities to Reuse, Repair, and Share

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Moving? A guide to low-cost, low-waste moves

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Back-to-School tips that save money and reduce waste

A person measures a section of salvaged wood on a wall.

Home improvement: Reuse, borrow, and save

A mom gives her baby a kiss on the cheek.

How to welcome baby, without the extra “stuff”

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Newsletter sign up: Get tips to reduce, reuse, and recycle right

Why it matters: Good for you. Good for the planet.

About Resourceful PDX

Contact

Garbage and Recycling Hotline

wasteinfo@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-7202

News

Resolve to reuse: A sustainable start to the New Year

Looking for a New Year’s resolution that helps people and the planet? Make a goal to donate and buy reused!

Updated Blog post

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Events

Community Resilience Fair, hosted by CSN

This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with local experts, learn about programs available to you, and discover new ways to support your household and community. All are welcome.

10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Community Event
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Borrow home and garden tools, hosted by local tool libraries

Tool libraries across Portland let you borrow tools for free, just like checking out books.

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Community Event
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Intro to Home Sewing Machines, hosted by SCRAP (paid event)

This workshop is a place for folks new to sewing machines or just in need of a refresh. Your new sewing skills can help you repair and tailor clothes, linens, and more so they last longer.

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Community Event
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Borrow home and garden tools, hosted by local tool libraries

Tool libraries across Portland let you borrow tools for free, just like checking out books.

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Community Event
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