Looking to buy flowers for that special someone? Think twice! Flowers are wonderful to share with others, but let’s take off our rose-colored glasses and look at the reality of retail flowers.
Of all flowers sold in the U.S., about 78% are imported
Read more…With Californians learning to live more safely with COVID, large events resuming and employers signaling a return to office, the Bay Area's transit agencies are working together to provide information regarding transit services schedule updates and t
Millions of people around the world enjoy drinking tea every day. They may drink it purely for flavor or its calming, comforting, invigorating, or health benefits. But you might be surprised to learn that tea may have a sinister side.
The very thing
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Last month, we discussed how this would likely be a La Nina winter and the challenge of heavy rains compressed over several days at a time. The good news is that water reservoirs are filling up and the Sierra snowpack is
Read more…On January 1, a new state law (SB 1383) came into effect that requires all people and businesses to separate things like leftover food and kitchen scraps from the rest of their trash.
Organics like food scraps, yard trimmings, paper, and cardboard m
Read more…The presents have been unwrapped and the new year is underway, but as you draft your new year's resolutions, don’t forget about eating locally and reducing your food miles! California’s mild climate means that farmers’ markets are selling all kinds o
When we think of assistance with heating bills, most of us imagine rural homeowners in New England needing help with paying for enough fuel oil to last the long winter months. But a recent headline in the East Bay Times read: “Falling temperatures br
Cold winter nights call for warm blankets and cozy candles. But not all candles are the same. The next time you light a candle, check the label and see what kind of candle it is. Depending the ingredients, you may be giving your health a boost—or cre
Read more…From October 31st to November 12th this year, the 26th annual Conference of Parties (COP26) met in Glasgow to revisit climate pledges made under the Paris Agreement in 2015. In it, countries were asked to make significant changes to keep global warmi
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A little background first…
Global temperatures impact how heat and moisture move around the planet. Carbon dioxide from the burning of fossil fuels (gasoline, natural gas, etc.) and methane (mainly from agricultural
Read more…On September 23 of this year, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed 24 bills dedicating $15 billion to meeting the current and future challenges of Global Climate Change in California. That’s scary; that much legislation all at the same time. Imagi
Sustainable Contra Costa (SCOCO), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, educates, connects and inspires Contra Costa individuals and organizations to embrace a sustainable lifestyle. We are a community of citizens, educators, innovators, and organizati
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Article written by Brooke Abess; Adapted from: From My Bowl
This vegan pumpkin bread is the perfect recipe for the colder months of the year and gets you into the autumn spirit! It is a perfect breakfast, snack, or way to finish off your Thanksgivi
Read more…from https://prettyhungrygirl.wordpress.com/2013/02/03/game-day-green-goddess-veggie-dip/
Game-Day Green Goddess Veggie Dip
-1 medium Hass Avocado, sliced
-1 C. lowfat Greek Yogurt, plain
-4 T. grate
Read more…Are you looking for a way to keep your home warm and energy efficient as the weather gets colder? You’re in the right place!
Join Sustainable Contra Costa and Contra Costa County for our upcoming BayREN Home+ Homeowner Workshop on Thursday, December
Read more…It’s harvest season and farmers markets are open for business. Markets across Contra Costa are offering a variety of fresh, organic produce that just might make your Thanksgiving grocery list--and maybe even the menu. More often than not, your local
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Remember the giant garbage patch in the middle of the ocean? Known officially as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and nicknamed “the eighth continent," the patch gained international attention when, back in 19
Read more…We live in the center of all things "disruptive." For example, think about Facebook, Google, and Twitter and how these services have changed how we communicate—or not communicate—with one another. Technology is morally neutral, but how we use it make
