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Take action for a resilient future. Take part in the Fall/Winter Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge.

Take the Pledge for Cleaner Air!

Update your home and save water and energy!

We did it! The Spring/Summer Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge was a success.

Environmental Activities for Kids

The school year may look quite different this year, but kids can still have fun learning about our environment this fall! Here are some neat ideas to engage your little ones:

Virtual Regional Park Tours & Ranger Videos for Kids
Learn about the natural

Clean and Green: Sustainable Hygiene!

As we continue to attend school or work from home, many of us are nesting in place and going on house and yard improvement jags that include more earth-friendly actions (especially during the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge!). But what about eco-frien

Leave No Trace (and Leave Some Space)!

There's Still Time to Take Part in the Cleaner Contra Costa Spring/Summer Challenge!

Garage Clean-Out: What do to with Old Paint, Batteries & More

Did you clean out your closets or garage while spending more time at home the past few months? If so, you likely have a pile of "stuff" to get rid of - but before you chuck it in the trash, remember... 

For health, safety and environmental reasons it

Earn New Prizes Through the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge

Now until August 31st-- Join the Spring/Summer Challenge!

“I Can’t Breathe”: Race, COVID, and Environmental Justice

The exploitation of our planet’s natural resources has always been closely linked to the exploitation of people of color. Climate change disproportionately affects Black and other marginalized communities in this country. We cannot have environmental

A Sustainable Summer: Plastic-Free July

July marks the official start of summer. From social-distancing parties to barbeques to beach trips, all activities have officially been moved outdoors. Exciting as this all is, the importance of sustainability may be lost from our sight. Resultedly,

The Benefits of Houseplants: Myths, Mood, and More......

While we stay in place, work from home, and attend school online during COVID-19, houseplant sales are skyrocketing. During our confinement, plants seem to provide some serious “green therapy.” Indoor plants are appealing to the eye and  provide some

Action of the Month: Water Plants Just Enough!

Did you know more than 50% of residential water use is spent outdoors?  

And it’s estimated that some homeowners over-irrigate by as much as 60%! Over watering can actually hurt plants and watering the right amount will keep your plants healthy.

1. Plan y

Shopping Online, Shopping Green

Online shopping has become an increasingly popular option among the tech-savvy and convenience-appreciative. Recently, it has become one of the most preferred methods of shopping considering the circumstances requiring people to work from home and so

Rediscover Your Farmer's Market!

Reducing Your Pet's Carbon Paw Print

                                                                                                              During the Stay in Place, pet adoptions (mostly virtual) have reached an all-time high, bringing much relief to overcrowded shelters. By tak

Join the Cleaner Contra Costa Spring/Summer Challenge!

We are excited to announce our Cleaner Contra Costa Spring/Summer Challenge! Complete as many actions as possible to earn points for a chance to win prizes and be recognized for your efforts. The Challenge starts today and goes until August 31, 2020!

Online Shopping for a Green Brand Identity

As the COVID-19 pandemic took full force, the world seemed to shut down. With additional stay-in-shelter regulations and social distancing in place, human activity has been reduced to a minimum. Places such as essential stores, grocery markets, and p