New State Organic Waste Regulations Aimed at Reducing Methane Gas Emissions
So, you might have heard about a new “food scrap recycling” program in the news, seen info about “organics diversion” in Greener Davis newsletters, or received a mailer about it in your mailbox recently. The new organic waste regulations under SB 1383 that went into…
Composting in Davis: Tons of Support from the City of Davis
City of Davis Online Composting Classes The City sells compost bins for $10 to Davis residents in single-family homes that take a City-taught composting class (available in the spring and fall) or the online compost class. This online class is intended to give you a…
Environmental update: Here’s a Greener Davis Q&A
One of the fantastic things about our community is the appreciation for and knowledge of local and regional environmental issues. Staff regularly receive great questions about environmental topics, and there are a few questions that come up a lot, so we’ve provided those questions (with…
Environmental update: Some tips on green gardening
Q. What is “Green Gardening?” A. A fresh look at landscaping principles through the lens of current environmentally focused practices in order to create a sustainable landscape for years to come. Considering a change? Here are just a few items to consider when greening your…
Environmental update: City’s top 10 New Year’s environmental resolutions
The transition to a new year can often be a good time to evaluate existing habits and to look to adopt new ones. If you’re still trying to think of some good New Year’s goals or resolutions to shrink your environmental footprint in 2021, here…
Environmental update: 10 ways to green your holidays
There are a variety of ways to make your holidays more eco-friendly — here’s our list of top 10 ways to green your holidays. 1. Green your tree. There are a lot of factors to consider when looking for the best tree for your holidays….
Environmental update: Got stuff to throw away? Check your mail for landfill voucher
In April of this year, the annual Bulky Items Drop-Off event was postponed due to the shelter-in-place order from the county. Since it is unknown when Recology will be able to provide another drop-off event due to the pandemic, the city and Recology are offering…
Environmental update: Here are a few tips on living with turkeys
It’s that time of the year when local wild turkeys become nomadic, forming large, foraging groups and wandering around larger sections of town. Turkeys can be fun to watch, and they help to keep pests like slugs and snails out of the garden. However, they…
Environmental update: If it’s time to move, remember to recycle
It’s August, and for many people in Davis, that means it’s time to move! When moving, people typically try to downsize and get rid of items that are no longer wanted or needed, which can generate a lot of waste. To make it easier to…
Any time is a good time for recycling
When moving, or spring cleaning, or making room for new purchases, we typically try to downsize and get rid of the items we don’t want or need anymore. To make this easier, see the short list below of where you can donate or recycle typical…
Environmental update: Moving time brings opportunity for recycling
It’s August, and for many folks in Davis, that means moving time. When moving, we typically try to downsize and get rid of the items we don’t want or need anymore. To make this easier, see the short list below of where you can donate…
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Share your vision for climate as part of the 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation (CAAP) planning process. Drop in before or during 2nd Friday ArtAbout between 4pm and 7pm Friday December 8 at Davis Odd Fellows 415 Second St Davis. Together we can create a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable home for everyone in Yolo County!
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Move your money to a credit union or ethical bank! Credit unions usually donate to projects that strengthen local communities, and ethical banks make a commitment to support good causes. Green America Bank For Good BankTrack and Mighty Deposits are all great resources to find ethical banks!
LEARN MORE with Cathy Becker of Green America, Wednesday, November 15 at 6pm PST online. Our moderator will be Rekha Vaitla, Cool Davis board member and officer at CalSTRS.
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