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Have you recently come across bothersome packaging, like products sealed into the kind of clear molded plastic package that requires bolt cutters to open? Or the disposable coffee cup you were handed before you could even ask for a ceramic mug? Wasteful, unnecessary, non-recyclable or just plain annoying - please tell me about a specific packaging item that bugs you! We'll feature some in the next CCCSWA "Diversions" newsletter.See More

Have you recently purchased a product made from recycled materials, for example fleece clothing made from recycled soda bottles, or lawn furniture made from recycled plastic? Please share a brief description of the item you bought and what you've liked about it so far, either by commenting on this post, or by emailing stef@gigantic-idea.com. You and your product may be featured in the next "Diversions," the quarterly newsletter of the Central Contra…See More

Have you recently purchased a product made from recycled materials, for example fleece clothing made from recycled soda bottles, or lawn furniture made from recycled plastic? Please share a brief description of the item you bought and what you've liked about it so far, either by commenting on this post, or by emailing stef@gigantic-idea.com. You and your product may be featured in the next "Diversions," the quarterly newsletter of the Central Contra…See More

Teachers, parents and other school leaders are invited to the 5th Bay Area Green Schools Summit. This year's focus is on bringing healthy, locally grown food into schools around the Bay Area, along with other topics on how schools are greening their curriculum and day-to-day operations.The conference will also provide resources and “how to” instructions for schools looking to start environmental initiatives on their campuses for the first time.$20 registration includes organic lunchSee More