Per Capita Davis: A small but sticky issue
It seems a little weird and awkward to write about small things influencing the climate crisis and sustainability when so many huge events are happening all at once. Consider: the Amazon is aflame, scorching millions of carbon-absorbing trees to make more room to grow more…
Food Fairy: Fresh herbs close at hand
For my birthday, a kind friend gave me a tiny vase filled with a wee bunch of homegrown flowers, which I put on the cookbook counter in my kitchen because the usual flower spot was already overflowing with birthday flowers. We both quite liked flowers…
The Merits of Using Salvaged and Upcycled Materials in Your Landscape Projects
The Japanese phrase “wabi sabi” means, generally, to embrace the imperfections of the world around us and to appreciate the character, charm, and uniqueness of things as they age. When applied to garden design, it highlights many of the reasons you may want to incorporate…
New Davis wastewater treatment plant is good news for city’s wetlands
An almost-complete upgrade to the city of Davis’ wastewater treatment plant means changes are in store for Davis wetlands. But those changes likely are good news for outdoor enthusiasts, as better public access to the wildlife area could be on the horizon. The $90 million…
Per Capita Davis: Small changes can be complicated
The topic of population is a fraught issue, with some folks identifying it as a key element of the climate crisis, while others see the risk of the issue being used against developing countries with high rates of population increase. I have thoughts about this,…
Food Fairy: Layers of fall flavor
The first rain was this week, so I’m declaring it open season for Fall foods even if it does shoot back up to 90 soon after. It’s the perfect time for lasagna, not only because it’s finally possible to run the oven for an hour…
Food Fairy: Economizing the home
Once upon a time, all girls took home economics classes (boys could take wood shop or auto mechanics.) Then, about the same time that girls were allowed to wear pants to school, (so sadly, not joking) some boys took home-ec and some girls took shop…
The Potential for Residential Greywater for Outdoor Irrigation in Davis
Residential greywater offers up a huge potential for our city to offset potable water use. When the next drought rolls around, and it will, we could be sitting pretty with healthy trees and landscapes using less water from the Sierra than we do now. How…
Graywater as Climate Change Remediation: Healthy Trees and More
Some basic graywater system benefits include groundwater recharge, reduced water usage, reduced discharge into wastewater treatment plants, and increased awareness of the value of water resources. But how does graywater connect to climate change? Climate change will exacerbate “heat islands” in cities where dark asphalt…
Apricot Jam Cookie Bars Recipe
This summer inspired recipe is simple, delicious, and perfect to share! It is gluten free, vegan, and can be made without nuts if needed. A wonderful treat safe for everyone! This homemade apricot jam is surprisingly tasty – so good that you will have to…
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…
Peach Crisp Pie Recipe
For me, summer is all about stone fruit. Peaches, nectarines, apricots, and cherries are my favorite treats of the year. Make the most out of summer stone fruit by enjoying this simple Peach Crisp Pie recipe. Great peaches make great pie! Enjoy! -Katie Mednick Serves…
Greywater Showcase 2019: Case Studies Rise to the Top
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Tomato Tart Recipe
Nothing says summer like actually great tasting tomatoes. This recipe features ripe tomatoes on top of flavorful smoked mozzarella, fresh cut basil, and roasted garlic spread. This tart will be the most flavorful dish on the table and happens to be entirely plant-based! I promise…
Environmental update: Help prevent pollution in the pipes
Do you wonder where the water you use inside your home goes after a flush of the toilet or a rinse down the drain? It goes to the city’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, which just recently completed a large-scale renovation. However, even a plant like ours…
Cool May, hot June: Taking stock of weird weather
During the last two weeks of May, we were more than 13 degrees below our average high for the date. One day barely reached 58 degrees, when our average was 82! Nighttime lows were significantly below average, and well below the temperatures preferred by the…
Camping Made Green: Yolo County Now Offering Reusable Propane Cylinders
Get a FREE reusable cylinder on May 18th from 8 am – 1 pm while supplies last (Woodland/Davis/Winter/West Sacramento, California) – Californians regularly use 1 lb. propane gas cylinders for outdoor grills, heaters, and lighting, and can now save money by buying and refilling reusable 1 lb….
Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad Recipe
Bean pasta is one of my favorite food innovations. The comfort of pasta, but the nutrition of beans! One serving of lentil pasta has 14 grams of protein and 8% of your Daily Value for iron. It is also a great option for those who…
2019 COOL Cuisine Burger Battle Awards
COOL Cuisine is a coalition of individuals and organizations seeking more plant-based, planet-friendly, and health conscious dining and shopping options in Davis, California and the surrounding region through outreach, restaurant meetups, and special events. Our members vote with their wallets! COOL Cuisine is a Cool…
COOL Cuisine Burger Battle Surpasses Goal of 5000 Burgers Sold
The COOL Cuisine Burger Battle energized the Davis dining scene with some Earth Day friendly food this past March when downtown and UC Davis campus restaurants sold over 5,000 planet-friendly burgers to enthusiastic locals and a surprising number of out-of-town visitors. There were table tents…
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A message from Explorit: Join us for our reopening with our new exhibit Healthy Planet, Healthy You and explore more about renewable energies as well as other ways to keeping our planet healthy. We will have a Members’ Preview Night on Friday, Oct. 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Our Grand Reopening to the public will be Saturday, Oct. 2, and Sunday, Oct. 3, both from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Join the NYT for Netting Zero, a Virtual Event Series on Climate Change
Join Us for Netting Zero, a Virtual Event Series on Climate Change
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Late night is stepping up for the planet. Stephen Colbert, Samantha Bee, James Corden, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers and Trevor Noah will unite across networks on Sept. 22 for "Climate Night."() #livecooldavis #davisca
Late-night hosts team for 'Climate Night'
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Don't Miss This Saturday's EVs @ Folsum Powerhouse Electricity Fair!
Bring the family and check out the EVs when @SacEV joins SMUD for the Historic Folsom Powerhouse Electricity Fair on Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 9am to 1pm @VCleanEnergy
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