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episode 93: Navigating Zero Waste and Community Empowerment with Dante Swinton


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Step right into 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, guided by your host, Rob Lee. In today’s conversation, I talk with Dante Swinton, a dedicated advocate for environmental justice and sustainable urban development, who holds a BA in Environmental Studies from Winthrop University and an MS in Nonprofit Management and Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Baltimore. Championing the cause of zero waste and moving away from detrimental trash incineration in Baltimore since 2015, Dante's commitment to bettering the city's quality of life led him to run for mayor from 2019 to 2020. Through his innovative endeavors, including the development of the Glass Recovery and Sustainable Systems (GRASS) Baltimore cooperative, he endeavors to foster a transition towards a zero-waste economy. With a profound background in environmental justice, Dante's determination to reshape cities and communities into more sustainable, equitable entities is palpable, further echoed through his active participation in political activism.


Within this segment, we dig into:

  • Explore the concept of zero waste with Dante Swinton as he delves into the mission of eliminating waste disposal methods and maximizing recycling, reuse, and composting efforts, ushering in a more sustainable future.
  • Uncover the challenges Baltimore faces in waste management, as Dante Swinton discusses the city's lack of investment in education and infrastructure, resulting in low recycling rates and a concerning dependence on trash incineration.
  • Dive into the innovative realm of Grass (Glass Recovery and Sustainable Systems) with Dante Swinton, as he shares his vision of creating a zero-waste economy by transforming recovered glass into captivating artworks and functional glassware.
  • Join the conversation about Grass's impact on artistic entrepreneurship and community support, as Dante Swinton sheds light on how the initiative nurtures entrepreneurial artists and provides accessible spaces for showcasing their creations.
  • Delve into Dante Swinton's mayoral campaign journey, exploring how he aimed to challenge the status quo of policing, and advocate for meaningful job creation, poverty alleviation, and community betterment, reflecting his unwavering commitment to positive change.


Get ready to be inspired as Dante discusses the concept of zero waste and the importance of transitioning to a zero-waste economy. He highlights the need for policy changes and investment in waste management to maximize recycling and composting efforts. Dante also shares his experience running for mayor and his vision for a more sustainable and equitable Baltimore.


This interview is brought to you in part by the support of Innovation Works Baltimore.

Innovation Works Baltimore is an innovative, collaborative resource network that connects neighborhoods, entrepreneurs, social innovation assets, and investors to build sustainable neighborhood economies in Baltimore.


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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.

Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.

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 July 21, 2022  35m