Compass Green

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Compass Green teaches sustainability in agriculture to at-risk schools and communities across the United States, via our mobile greenhouse.

Compass Green is a fully functional greenhouse built in the back of a box truck that grows vegetables and herbs and is powered by waste vegetable oil. We teach practical farming tools and raise awareness on sustainability through presentations, workshops, and greenhouse tours at schools, camps, organizations and communities. Our curriculum is focused on Bio-intensive methods of sustainable farming

04/08/2020

While I usually use a nondairy oil like coconut or avocado oil for my own cooking, I think it's pretty rad that my dad makes his own ghee (clarified butter). Also, notice the potato starts in the window!🥔 😊👍🏽

Photos from Compass Green's post 04/06/2020

Iowa sunsets are truly spectacular.

04/02/2020

Starting Seeds Part 4: Where to get them. Also, Top Gun...

03/31/2020

Starting Seeds Part 3: Choosing what to plant.
Enunciation - 💯
Cornyness - 💯
Production value - through the freakin' roof.

p.s. "climate zone" is often called Growing Zone.


03/29/2020

Repurposing containers to start your seeds.

Food Supply Anxiety Brings Back Victory Gardens 03/28/2020

Guess I'd better start posting again, and share some regenerative gardening tips!

Food Supply Anxiety Brings Back Victory Gardens Americans were once urged to plant in every patch of available soil — and produced about 40 percent of the nation’s fresh vegetables.

Photos 09/27/2019

This road trip I'm on right now is significantly better because of the great products that have been donated to Compass Green. My next few posts will showcase them with gratitude. First up, and

05/09/2019

Hello Friends! It is with mixed emotions (mostly excitement!) that I'm announcing that I am transitioning out of Compass Green. After 8 years and nearly 60,000 students taught, it is time for me to try something new. We are currently looking for a buyer for Compass Green, who can continue succeeding in our mission to bring sustainability education to those in need. If you or your organization is interested, please email me at [email protected]

Reducing Your Carbon Footprint: Lessons from Leaders in the Industry 05/01/2019

Come see us tonight at the SunRun panel discussion on Carbon Footprints!

Reducing Your Carbon Footprint: Lessons from Leaders in the Industry As terms like 'carbon neutral' and 'carbon footprint' become increasingly common, more people understand the need to reduce carbon emissions in their daily lives. Yet, defining what your carbon footprint is and how to meaningfully reduce it, can seem complicated. Join us in a discussion with experts...

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