Sip & Spark Lightning Talks on Sustainability

📝 Note: This is a ticketed event for Thursday, 12/11 Lightning Talks ONLY. The Friday night sustainable holiday market is FREE to attend! The event is listed on both Eventbrite and Luma to reach a wider audience — you only need to register once on either platform! Your RSVP counts either way 💚

Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 9:00 PM (after-work vibes — exact timing TBD)
Location: KCBC Brewery, 381 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY
Tickets: Donation-based (suggested $10–$20)

Spark + Sip is an evening of fast-paced, 5-minute lightning talks from NYC changemakers who are reimagining what a sustainable future looks like — from circular design and community composting to local food systems and creative reuse.

Hosted by Zero Waste NYC at KCBC Brewery, this event brings together sustainability professionals, small business owners, creatives, and everyday New Yorkers who want to make an impact (and meet others doing the same).

Each speaker will share one big idea or story in under five minutes — so expect a mix of inspiration, creativity, and connection. Topics will range from zero waste living and community repair to food systems, fashion, and climate action.

• Hear bold, bite-sized ideas from local sustainability leaders
• Connect with like-minded people and local businesses
• Support Zero Waste NYC’s community programming
• Enjoy locally brewed beer and a cozy, accessible venue!

KCBC is a Brooklyn-born brewery that brews all its beer on-site using NY-grown ingredients — keeping its footprint small while supporting local agriculture. Their taproom doubles as a community space, hosting art shows, mutual aid drives, and local markets — so it’s the perfect place for conversations that spark change.

Come back the next evening, Friday, December 12th, for our Annual Sustainable Holiday Market — featuring sustainable brands, local makers, and community partners. No registration required — just show up and shop small for good!

Tickets for Lightening Talks are donation-based, with a suggested contribution of $10–$20. Your support helps us host free and low-cost sustainability programming across NYC. We appreciate this incredible community!

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