Our Story
It's a way to be!
At Bright and Green, we're on a mission to revolutionize how events impact the environment. We believe that every gathering is an opportunity to celebrate sustainably, and with our innovative approach, you can make your events shine brighter than ever before.
"It's a way to be!" With Bright and Green, you're not just hosting an event—you're making a statement. Our reusable program offers a stylish and practical solution for reducing waste, all while maintaining a commitment to eco-consciousness.
What sets us apart? Our dishes are crafted from 100% recycled USA plastic, contributing to a closed-loop system that's as sustainable as it is stylish. Plus, we're proud to utilize 100% electric transportation, ensuring that every aspect of our service aligns with our mission to protect the planet.
With Bright and Green, every event becomes a joyful and responsible affair, leaving a lasting positive impact on the environment. Join us in illuminating the party scene with a touch of green and embrace the future of sustainable celebrations. Get ready to party responsibly with Bright and Green and make every event a statement of sustainability!
Today
Carly Tambling is the visionary behind Bright and Green, a sustainable venture aimed at revolutionizing event sustainability in Humboldt and beyond. With a passion for environmental stewardship and a background in waste reduction, Carly embarked on her journey with Bright and Green in response to the community's call for an affordable and friendly reuse program.
Carly's immersion in various cultures during seven years of budget travel across 41 countries, have shaped her vision for Bright and Green. She sees Humboldt as the perfect setting to spearhead eco-tourism initiatives, aligning with the region's values of creativity, community focus, and environmental consciousness.
Since officially taking the reins in January 2024, Carly has been dedicated to transforming Bright and Green into a beacon of sustainability and community engagement. Leveraging her expertise as a waste reduction specialist in Arcata, Carly has successfully pioneered initiatives to turn waste-producing events into educational and successful zero waste models.
Under Carly's leadership, Bright and Green prioritizes sustainability and social responsibility. Through fair employment practices, such as hiring community members at a rate of $20-$25 per hour for waste reduction management, dish transportation and washing, Carly is committed to supporting the livelihoods of individuals within the community while advancing Bright and Green's mission.
With a steadfast commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and economic empowerment, Carly envisions Bright and Green as a catalyst for positive change. Join Carly and the Bright and Green team as we work towards creating a brighter, greener future for all.
Our History
Since 2013, Bright and Green has been a familiar face at events in the charming and artsy college town of Arcata, California. The journey began with a spark of inspiration at an event in Davis, California, where an event coordinator introduced a reuse program that caught the attention of a member of the Arcata community.
Inspired by the initiative in Davis, this community member embarked on a mission to bring a similar concept to their hometown. Starting with a trip to the dollar store to gather reusable items under the Bright and Green brand, they soon realized the potential for a more eco-friendly approach. That's when they discovered Preserve, the only company in the USA manufacturing dishes using recycled plastic sourced entirely from within the country. Bright and Green's closed-loop system was then established.
Armed with this newfound knowledge and a commitment to sustainability, Bright and Green was born. With a simple question to event coordinators - "Would you mind if I provided reusable dishes to your attendees?" - they received a resounding response: "YES PLEASE!"
From the outset, eco-conscious transportation methods were adopted, utilizing public transportation and bicycles to transport reusable dishware to and from events. Pedaling their way through the streets of Arcata, they were committed to reducing their carbon footprint while delivering services with care.
Throughout their journey, a dedication to sustainable practices was maintained, even when it came to washing dishes. Whether it was in the comfort of their own home or utilizing the dishwashers and three-sink basins at community centers when the workload became too much to handle, Bright and Green ensured that every dish was cleaned with the utmost care and attention.
Bright and Green has been on a mission to eliminate consumer waste by delivering and retrieving reusable dishes from countless zero waste events across Arcata, Eureka, and McKinleyville. From cozy kids' birthday parties to the grandeur of the North Country Fair, this dedicated community member has been entrusted by zero waste events of all sizes to sprinkle some green magic.
Volunteer opportunities with Bright and Green!
We are working hard to reduce waste at the biggest festivals on the Arcata Plaza this year! We need people like you to help make this movement empowering and educational!
Sign up to join the Waste Reduction Team with Bright and Green today!
