Did you know that voter turnout in Contra Costa was just under 40% for the primaries this summer? That means about 60% of registered voters did not cast ballots and share their voice. Every person’s voice matters – if you are eligible to vote and hav
The holiday season is fast approaching, and with that comes the challenge of managing an excess of everything -- delectable foods, late-night parties, commercialism and the pressure to over-spend on perfect gifts for friends and family. Unfortunately
Read more…Kombucha is all the rage. You can buy it bottled or on tap at restaurants, cafes, and groceries or make it yourself at home. Considered an elixir for improved digestion, headaches, low energy, and whatever else ails you, this fizzy, fermented beverag
Read more…Did you know that the World Bank estimates that by 2030, about two-thirds of the seafood we eat will be farm-raised?
Well, what exactly is a farm-raised fish? Farm-raised fish are those raised in pens in the sea, ponds, or tanks on land. Some farmed f
Read more…When you see Fairtrade certified products in stores, do you wonder what this means and if you should buy the product?
In general, when we buy Fairtrade products, we are helping support local farmers who are mainly located in developing countries. The
Read more…There are so many great reasons to reduce your intake of red meat. Heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer are often linked to a high meat diet. Some people boycott meat because of ethical considerations over animal treatment, p
Read more…When it comes to plastic pollution, how are we doing? We recently found two great websites that examine the environmental impacts of plastic: Planet or Plastic? is a National Geographic series on the global plastic trash crisis; The Ocean Cleanup is
The Central Contra Costa Last Plastic Straw campaign is continuing to gain momentum! This month, consider taking action to help stop the use of single-use plastic straws in Contra Costa by participating in the campaign.
Actions you can take:
The hot, windy days of our East Bay summers have many gardeners taking steps to lessen sun and heat damage to vegetables. Temperatures above 95 degrees Fahrenheit stop many warm-season vegetables from growing. Winds wick moisture from both plants and
Read more…Dear Friends,
Thank you very much for joining us at “Dine & Dance Under The Redwoods” to in celebration of Sustainable Contra Costa’s 10th anniversary. I feel so much gratitude for everyone’s participation in this fun and beautiful party honoring |
Summer is upon us, and with it comes the need to slather on the sunscreen when heading outside. Did you know that many sunscreens are made with UV-blocking ingredients that protect our skin but can damage coral reefs? One such ingredient, Oxybenzone,
Did you know that if you install a solar system, your cost of electricity from solar will be about one-half of the cost from your power company? And if you have a larger house with higher usage, solar cost can be one-third of what you are currently p
Read more…Irrigation is the artificial application of water to plants in areas where there is insufficient rainfall, which definitely applies to our area of the country! There are various long-term systems that will supply water to your landscaping throughout
Read more…Cool Fact: did you know that one mere teaspoon of healthy alive soil contains around a billion bacteria, several yards of fungal tubes, several thousand protozoa and a few dozen nematodes? This soil microbiome works in harmony with plants and trees a
Read more…From SCOCO volunteer Jimmy Weir:
Recently, my wife and I determined it was time to buy a new car. Our research confirmed an
electric vehicle (EV) would serve our transportation needs. We found the website plugincars.com
useful, with general informati
