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Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving - has traditionally been all about shopping. However, people and companies are increasingly questioning the effects of the one-day buying frenzy on businesses and the planet.
Over the last few years, the…
Over the last few years, the…
Some days are just too hot to think, too hot to move, and certainly too hot to cook. For those sticky, sweaty, sweltering days, make one of these no-cook summer dishes.
Not only will you be keeping the temperature down in your home as you make your…
Not only will you be keeping the temperature down in your home as you make your…
This Plastic Free July, join millions of people reducing their plastic waste! This is a global movement that has inspired 100+ million participants in 190 countries. Your small changes will collectively make a massive difference to our communities.…
Spring is in full swing and it's an excellent time to get outdoors for some exercise! May is National Bike Month, so join Sustainable Contra Costa and our partners for events to support safe biking in our community. On May 18th, dust off your bike…
"If I can only talk a certain someone into leaving the leaves (or much of them)! I have some good ammo now in the fight. Thanks, Kimberly!"
It's that time of year again - the air is getting chilly, leaves are turning red and gold and we just can’t seem to help ourselves from wanting to tidy up the garden at the end of the season—raking, mowing, and blowing away a bit of nature that is…
Spring is in full swing, and this May we are celebrating Bike Month! Cycling is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, get in some exercise, and commute in a low carbon way. The annual Bike to Wherever Day (formerly Bike to Work Day) will be on May 20,…
"Inspiring article - I definitely want to walk more now!"
International Women's Day is March 8, and this year the theme is "Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow." This 2022 theme recognizes the contribution of women and girls around the world who are leading the charge on climate change…
With Californians learning to live more safely with COVID, large events resuming and employers signaling a return to office, the Bay Area's transit agencies are working together to provide information regarding transit services schedule updates and…
"I didn't know about these efforts, through the law and otherwise, to decrease landfill use and the greenhouse gas methane. Thanks for educating me!"
On January 1, a new state law (SB 1383) came into effect that requires all people and businesses to separate things like leftover food and kitchen scraps from the rest of their trash.
Organics like food scraps, yard trimmings, paper, and cardboard…
Organics like food scraps, yard trimmings, paper, and cardboard…
Cold winter nights call for warm blankets and cozy candles. But not all candles are the same. The next time you light a candle, check the label and see what kind of candle it is. Depending the ingredients, you may be giving your health a boost—or…
"Hi Kimberly, Great article and helpful to parents especially. I live next to a school. We often walk our dog through campus (after school hours) as a shortcut. Twice in the last three weeks, we have found lunch kits tossed on the grass, some opened…"
The start of a new school year is a great time to upgrade to zero waste school lunches that are healthy for your students and the planet. Here are a few ideas to get you started:Ditch disposable, single-use packaged snacks. Yes, single-serve snack…
