To commemorate David Morris's life and work after his sudden passing, we're re-releasing a 2017 interview about local power ...

We are deeply saddened to share that David Morris, co-founder of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance and a pioneering voice ...

Another misconception about home composting is that it can only divert a small portion of residential waste. We disagree with this too. Studies indicate that 23 to 83 pounds per household per month ...

NSR Composter Training Program Community-based composting can happen at schools, churches, community gardens, farms and other community venues. It is an effective way to engage youth, gardeners, and ...

Applications Now Open for the Composting for Community Mini-Grant Program The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) is launching year two of the Composting for Community Mini-Grant Program to ...

Our funders ensure that we have the resources to fight outsized corporate power and help build thriving communities driven by local priorities. ILSR's Jordan Pittman discusses strategies for effective ...

With the City of Oakland chipping in up to $2 million from general obligation bond proceeds (not general fund dollars), it paves the way for the deployment of nearly 13 miles of new middle mile ...