Filtering Out Bad Air Days
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As the coronavirus, wildfires, and dramatic heat waves continue to jeopardize public health, what
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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.
- Plan y
Take action for a resilient future. Take part in the Fall/Winter Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge.
Over the past few years, West Coast residents have experienced the growing threat of climate change in our own lives. Climate change has led to more severe--and frequent--extreme weather events like wildfires. Fires across multiple states have forced
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Take the Pledge for Cleaner Air!
This past month, we all experienced an eerie day when the sun never seemed to rise, the sky was orange, and particles of ash floated through the air. As Contra Costa County residents, we all want to be safe in our homes with our families and enjoy th
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What's To Eat? Winter Foods in Season
There may be snow cover in other parts of the country but here in the Bay Area winter crops are still producing, and you can find lots of great fruit and veggies at farmers’ markets without too much trouble. For a list of farmers' markets in Contr
Read more…Be Friendly to Bees!
In recent years, the news about bees has been grim. “Colony Collapse Disorder” and bee “die-offs”, etc.is alarming to hear, and rightfully so, especially considering bees are key to growing much of the foods we eat. There are a variety of factors tha
Organics and Special Events diversion project needs dedicated person to implement
CITY OF ANTIOCH
Community Development Department
invites applications for the position of:
Part-Time Temporary Recycling Assistant
SALARY: $16.50-20.06 Hourly
HOURS: 10-20 hours per week
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Read more…Look Who's Taking Action: County Styrofoam Ban
Single use Styrofoam (Polystyrene) containers are a large contributor to the growing hole in the ozone layer. Harmful, potentially carcinogenic chemicals have been identified in Styrofoam that can leach into food stored in Styrofoam containers. Styro
Action of the Month: Be Idle-Free!
Students all across the US are getting ready to go back to school. While it seems like there is an endless list of things to do to get ready for the new school term, there is one thing you may not have considered: how your school transportation affec
Accountant - VOLUNTEER
Sustainable Contra Costa (SCOCO) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that educates, connects and inspires Contra Costa individuals and organizations to embrace a sustainable lifestyle. We are a community of citizens, educators, innovators, and organiz
Read more…Action of the Month: Reduce Your "Foodprint" -- Eat Less Red Meat
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…Like a Good Neighbor: Companion Planting
In a natural ecosystem, plants will grow near or next to each other because they are compatible. Plants co-exist in harmony by attracting pollinators and beneficial insects, repelling harmful pests and toxins, giving shelter and shade, or maybe even
Read more…Recycling Coordinator - PAID
Republic Services is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste. Through our subsidiaries, Republic’s collection companies, recycling centers, transfer stations, and landfills focus on providing effective solutions to make pro
Read more…To Bee or Not To Bee
Bees are fascinating creatures. Even if you’re not a fan of honey, you can appreciate the bee’s complex social structure, physiology, and behavior. Did you know that venom from bee stings might have some benefits -- like reducing rheumatoid arthritis
Read more…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
Read more…Virtual Event Facilitator – Part-Time, On-Call - PAID
Job Description
The bilingual (Spanish/English) Virtual Event Facilitator (VEF) works with SCOCO and partner organizations to plan and implement virtual, online meetings for groups that may include Contra Costa youth and adults, members of the busin
Read more…September Action of the Month: Eat Lower Down the Carbon Chain
If you're looking for some meal inspiration, why not try some plant-rich recipes? Cattle and sheep release a very powerful greenhouse gas called Methane as part of their digestive process. Reducing meals with beef or lamb just once per week for a fam
Read more…Cooking-In-Place? Remember To Reduce Waste!
Are you finding yourself spending a lot more time in the kitchen these days? There are so many easy ways to reduce waste in the kitchen while sheltering-in-place:
- Shop your own pantry and fridge first - Most of us have a lot of food we didn't even kno
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
Action of the Month: Choose Low-Impact Meat
We've advocated on many occasions for reducing the amount of meat in our diets, especially red meat, which generally has the highest carbon footprint of available meat products. But if you are not a committed vegan or vegetarian, you may be working o
