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Help Shape Our Neighborhood Trees
Hot sidewalks? Bare bus stops? Missing shade in parks?
Contra Costa County is creating a Neighborhood Tree Plan to plant, care for, and protect trees where they’re needed most. Take this short Community Survey to share your ideas and help make our neighborhoods cooler, healthier, and more welcoming for generations to come. No experience needed; your voice matters!
How Sweet It Is: Natural Sweeteners That Are More Sustainable Than Sugar
Comparing the environmental impact of sugar with various alternative sweeteners is easier said than done. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, it’s nearly impossible to define the most sustainable sweetener…
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Tiny Homes
We tend to think of efficient housing in terms of how much energy it takes to run appliances, electronics, and to heat and cool a space, per square foot. If we look at energy use per person per square foot, small homes or Accessory Dwelling Units…
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