Sustainability is a Personal Journey – Vishal Mehta
Sustainability is a many-splendored thing There are many ways to act locally on climate and protect our planet. I split my time living in Davis, in Bangalore, and yes, even a small orchard in rural southern India – where I hope to work on understanding…
EVs and More at the Davis Food Coop April 9th!
Davis Food Co-Op April 9 from 6pm-8pm
Every Litter Bit Hurts – Davis Picks It Up
Every Litter Bit Hurts By Cathie Bullis – Davis Picks It Up (DPIU) co-founder and 31-year Davis resident In 2022 toward the end of the Pandemic when we were able to get out and about, I noticed an abundance of litter and trash lying in…
ROUND UP COOL DOWN!
April 1-30th
From Meaning to Action! KSR to MLK — Meeting the Moment Together
From Meaning to Action — KSR to MLK — Meeting the Moment Together. On behalf of the Board, Staff and volunteers of Cool Davis – I wish you a meaning-filled and action-packed New Year. As January has unfolded, I am so grateful to live in…
A Local Climate Justice Revival is A Successful Model for Community Dialogue on Climate Crisis Impacts
A Local Climate Justice Revival is A Successful Model for Community Dialogue on Climate Crisis Impacts On September 28-29, the congregation of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis (UUCD) engaged in its denomination’s first ever Climate Justice Revival, “Reimagine Together: From An Extractive Age To…
Volunteer With Us!
Calling all Volunteers! As we move forward, many of us are thinking about how we want to make 2025 a year of growth, impact, and meaningful change. For some, this may mean reaching personal milestones or embarking on a new adventure. For others, it’s about…
Communication & connection are essential to local climate action!
Communication and connection are essential to local climate action! As the President of the Board of Cool Davis, I am proud to stand with you, our friends in the neighborhoods and communities within Davis and Yolo County. You are the households making change and the…
Climate Action and Energy Efficiency: What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been!
Climate Action and Energy Efficiency: What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been! I’ve been working in the energy efficiency field for almost 40 years. Over that time, I’ve written countless reports, journal articles, standards, and codes…and I think I’ve been pretty successful. But as I’m…
Home Energy Make a Plan Workshop Webinar – Save the Date!
December 14, 2024 10-11:30 a.m.
The Final Yolo County Climate Action & Adaptation Plan is Released!
The Final Yolo County Climate Action & Adaptation Plan is Released! The 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) has completed its Public Review process and is on it’s way to being presented to the Board of Supervisors for adoption at the December 3, 2024…
Stand Together – We Stand With You
Updated December 3, 2024
Cool Davis Home Energy Task Force Visits Potential Cool Home Tours Sites Featuring Electrification
Transforming Homes into Cool Homes through Electrification At Cool Davis, we believe that every home has the potential to be a catalyst for positive environmental change. As we launch our next round of Make A Plan Home Energy Workshops, we’re identifying innovative residences on their…
Two Homeowners Lead the Charge Toward Fossil-Free Homes
Two homeowners lead the charge toward fossil-free homes with real-life examples of energy-efficient upgrades. Transforming your home into a sustainable, energy-efficient haven is more achievable than ever. Laurie and Nora, two homeowners who decided to make the transition away from fossil fuels, share their experiences…
A Zero Energy Building (ZEB) Home and How It Pays For Itself
Bertrand Perroud
Insights from Interfaith Electric Vehicle Fair
Partners Showcase the Newest EV Options On October 13th, Cool Davis and the Yolo Interfaith Alliance for Climate Justice hosted their second electric vehicle (EV) fair that attracted community members, environmental enthusiasts, and curious onlookers alike. This open-to-all event, held at Davis United Methodist Church,…
COOL Cuisine: Planet-Friendly Feast Series – December & Beyond!
COOL Cuisine: Planet-Friendly Feast Series 2024 – December & Beyond! The five-month series of planet-friendly* feasts at five Davis restaurants hosted by COOL Cuisine is coming to its zenith for the year. You can still join in at communal, sustainable meals with a wide range…
Important Climate Legislation is Signed! There is Still Time to Act!
Important Climate legislation is signed, but there is still time to act on remaining bills! GOOD NEWS! Governor Newsom Signed Make Polluters Pay and More! Â (Sharing from Physicians for Social Responsibility Eblast) Wednesday, Governor Newsom signed three important bills into law allowing local communities…
Announcement: Interfaith Electric Vehicle Fair 2024
Join the Davis Electric Vehicle Association(DEVA), Cool Davis, the Davis United Methodist Church, and the Yolo Interfaith Alliance for Climate Justice, for the Interfaith Electric Vehicle Fair, October 13th, 2024! This exciting fair is open to all! It will showcase a range of electric vehicle…
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