Part II: 2020 Article Series ‘Looking Back, Looking Forward’
Looking at the Cool Davis checklist through new eyes The converging crises of our present reality have changed the way we live and work and forced us to take a fresh look at the Cool Davis action checklist. On the bright side, telecommuting and reducing…
Shelter-in-Place and Your Home Energy
Cool energy efficiency and conservation actions we recommend while you’re sheltering, working, learning, and playing at home.
Generous Grants for Used Electric Vehicles
Used EVs can also be surprisingly affordable: some are under $10,000! For income-eligible Californians, the new Clean Vehicle Assistance Program offers grants for eligible used vehicles, including hybrids and “plug-in hybrids”
Per Capita Davis: Putting gas guzzlers in the rear-view mirror
So how’s it going with efforts to turn the auto industry into makers of primarily electric vehicles and getting drivers the world over out of their fossil-fuel cars and trucks? There are many moving parts to making such a huge change and to date it’s…
EV&Me: Shine Nah and Her 2017 Chevrolet Volt
The Owner/Driver Name: Shine Nah Age: 21 Occupation: Student The Vehicle Year/make/model: 2017 Chevrolet Volt Type: Plug-In Hybrid Years owned: 3 years The Experience What made you decide to go electric and how did you decide what car to get? I wanted to save money on gas because I’m from Southern…
Mediterranean Chickpea Fritter Recipe
What began as a falafel recipe evolved into the most delicious Mediterranean chickpea balls that are so simple yet add a huge amount of flavor to any dish they accompany. Black olives, parsley, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon juice combined with cooked chickpeas make for…
What I Learned about Used EVs: A Brief Guide for Beginners
I love my 2016 Chevy Spark! I purchased it used for $10,000, and, so far, I’m very happy with it. Although Chevrolet discontinued its manufacture just a few years ago, the model lives on in the used car market where it’s gaining praise. Since this…
EV&Me: Mia Duong and Her 2013 Toyota Prius
The Owner/Driver Name: Mia Duong Age: 54 Occupation: Fire Department – Hazmat Coordinator The Vehicle Year/make/model: 2013 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Type: Plug-In Hybrid Years owned: 6 years The Experience What made you decide to go electric and how did you decide what car to get? We used…
EV&Me: Stephen Noctor and His 2018 Tesla Model 3
The Owner/Driver Name: Stephen Noctor Occupation: Associate Professor, Scientist The Vehicle Year/make/model: 2018 Tesla Model 3 Type: Electric Years owned: 1.5 years The Experience What made you decide to go electric and how did you decide what car to get? I decided to go electric to help our climate by…
Reducing Consumption of Animal Products
Members of the Cool Davis community are continuing to answer the call to install rooftop solar, make their next car electric, ride their bike or walk more, forgo some recreational travel, reduce consumption, and generally live a lower-carbon lifestyle. Some of these steps are taken…
EV&Me: David DeYoung and His 2018 Honda Clarity
The Owner/Driver Name: David DeYoung Age: 65 Occupation: Retired The Vehicle Year/make/model: 2018 Honda Clarity Type: Plug-in-hybrid Years owned: 2 The Experience What made you decide to go electric and how did you decide what car to get? I wanted a vehicle that was more…
EV&Me: Denae Wagner and Her 2018 Tesla Model 3
The Owner/Driver Name: Denae Wagner Age: 54 Occupation: Veterinarian The Vehicle Year/make/model: 2018 Tesla Model 3 Type: Electric Years owned: 1 year and a couple months The Experience What made you decide to go electric and how did you decide what car to get? I leased a Fiat 500e a few…
Electric Vehicle Event Data Shows 33% Jump in Intention to Buy Electric Vehicles
On Saturday, September 21, 2019, the Davis Electric Vehicle Association (DEVA), SacEV, Cool Davis, and the City of Davis hosted a National Drive Electric Week event at the Davis Farmers Market to give residents opportunities to test drive and ask questions about electric vehicles. EVs@theMarket…
Updates on the Solar Energy Federal Tax Credit
The installation of a residential solar system certainly became easier on the wallet with the current 30 percent federal tax credit! Residents who purchase their solar system either with cash or a loan may be eligible for a 30 percent tax credit. Unfortunately, this percentage…
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…
Classic Central Davis Home Becomes a (Solar) Energy Producer
Nancy Bramberg and Richard Curley live in a neat 1950s vintage home on a quiet street in Central Davis. They’re well settled to our community and didn’t need to make any big changes to continue their idyllic Davis life. But, in 2017, Nancy and Richard…
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…
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…
Hannah Kornfeld: Gig Car Share
The Vehicle Gig car model you use: Chevrolet Bolts in Sacramento, Prius for trips between Bay Area and Sacramento Where you use Gig (Bay Area/Sac): Both! When you started using Gig: April 2019 The Service Gig Car Share is a new service that provides access to all-electric vehicles in…
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…
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Solidarity Summer Camps this Fri Jul 10:
•10am-11:30am in Central Park Davis: Davis-based artist and writer Justine Villanueva will introduce us to her ancestral storytelling project, which brings together oral histories and dance to honor the elders in our communities of color.
• 11:30am-1pm: Story of Standing Rock Resistance and Youth Climate Strike
You are most welcome to attend any of the sessions. Please wear facemarks, bring plenty of drinking water, a packed lunch and a blanket to sit on. Contact juliettegaia@yahoo.com if you'd like to make arrangements to drop your kids off, we now have some wonderful counselors (thank you Hannah and Jordan) to share the care!
Feel free invite friends or share this invitation with them. You can register your participation in Sol Summer camp at tinyurl.com/solsummerdavis
Sol Summer Davis Questionnaire
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The Sol Summer Camp (a collaboration between Davis parents and UC Davis students/affiliates) is a multigenerational space for the community to gather for a Solidarity Circle in Davis' Central Park, ev...3 days ago
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Davis Solidarity Climate Strike today 12pm-1pm: Be sure to come to 5th and B and help celebrate this week's Standing Rock legal victory. The Dakota Access company was ordered to stop the North Dakota Access pipeline! (Might be a bit late today, hang in there).
School strike week 99. The climate crisis doesn’t go on summer holiday, so we keep on protesting.
#climatestrikeonline #StayAtHome #fridaysforfuture #schoolstrike4climate #flattenthecurve
UPCOMING DAVIS BIKING EVENTS: https://www.thebikecampaign.com/
7 DAYS A WEEK Buy used bike by appt
EVERY SAT 9am-12pm FREE BIKE REPAIR by appt
Email FunMaria@sbcglobal.net
Sun, July 19 ICE CREAM RIDE(s)
10am Davis (& Woodland)
Sun, Oct. 18th ZOMBIE PEDALFEST
http://www.zombiebikeparade.com
"Fitness junkies locked out of gyms, commuters fearful of public transit, and families going stir crazy inside their homes during the coronavirus pandemic have created a boom in bicycle sales unseen in decades."
https://www.thebikecampaign.com/blog/pandemic-leads-to-a-bicycle-boom
Open Air Davis launched last Friday, closing part of G Street to traffic, and allowing restaurants and stores to expand onto the sidewalk and street. Starting this Friday July 10, the program will grow to include Second Street between E and F streets.
Comings & Goings: G Street closes on weekends for dining, shopping
Open Air Davis launched Friday, closing part of G Street to traffic, and allowing restaurants and stores to expand onto the sidewalk and street. Part ...
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Great info including specifics on range of models from @EforElectric @SacEV @ITS_UCDavis GREAT DEALS on Used Electric Cars Under $10,000 via @YouTube
