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Stop Junk Mail
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great way to reduce waste is to block it at the source, and sometimes that’s
your own mailbox. The City’s Resource Recovery & Recycling Division has
teamed up with Catalog Choice, a service that helps you opt-out of receiving unwanted
catalogs, coupons, circulars, credit card offers, and other junk mail.
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Home Collection Pilot Program Launched |
Now household hazardous materials can be safely and conveniently collected from your home. Introducing Home Collection - where the “Haz Mat” technician comes to you. The goal is to expand levels of service for residents while reducing costs. The service will be provided on a free and unlimited basis to homeowners and renters alike.
Reserve the service today
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Do you know what condition your house is REALLY in when it comes to insulation and leaks? You might be amazed. A thorough home assessment is the first step in the Energy Upgrade California program, where you can earn up to $4,500 in rebates to help pay for assessment and improvements. More info...
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New Short Films
The City of Santa Monica and the California Sustainability Alliance have partnered to produce three new terrific sustainability shorts highlighting the City's leadership role in the green movement. Net Zero Energy showcases Solar Santa Monica, The Value of Trees looks at urban forestry management in Santa Monica, and A Tale of Two Carrots spotlights the S.M. Farmers Markets' successful push for sustainable agriculture with an emphasis on the local economy. |
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Water Saving Rebates Available
The City of Santa Monica is currently offering several landscape rebates. Register for your rebate today and get ready to earn big cash incentives transforming your garden or landscape into a water-wise masterpiece. Funding is available for a limited time:
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2010 Sustainable City Report Card
The Sustainable City Report Card
was developed in order to give the community a quick-glance summary of numerous performance goals - on how we are doing overall. The report card measures the entire community's progress toward meeting the goals of the Sustainable City Plan. |
Be Hot, Eat Cool
The growing awareness of the impacts that food has on our environment, communities and personal health is prompting many businesses, organizations, and now government to place sustainable food as a priority. |
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Santa Monica’s City Council prioritized sustainable food in the Sustainable City Plan and Santa Monica became the first city in the country to sign the Cool Foods Pledge. Learn more about Sustainable Food.
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Greenest Vehicles of 2011
The Best of 2011 lists the greenest models in each vehicle class. Included are the year's top-rated subcompact, compact, midsize, and large cars, as well as minivans, vans, pickups, and sport utility vehicles. In addition, the Meanest Vehicles for the Environment in 2010 lists the 12 cars and trucks with this year's worst Green Scores.
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Become a Better Listener....and Stop Cooking Your Brains and Neck?
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| It seems that cell/smart phone users have forgotten about the radiation issues surrounding these products. Was it that the information was difficult or impossible for the public to access? Well, things have begun to change, and the good news is that there are lots of ways to reduce your exposure. One way is to purchase a phone that emits the smallest amount of radiation possible - the other is just to listen more - yes, our phones do not emit radiation while listening. Are you a good listener? There are lessons to be learned here, no doubt. |
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A Website for Sore Eyes
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Take a gander at some gorgeous gardens, point and click on the plants you like and - voila! - you tap into a wealth of information on that particular plant species. Click again and you automatically compile a printable list of plants that can easily be handed-off to a landscaper or an attendant at your favorite nursery. |
This tool will go a long way in helping you overcome some of the most significant hurdles in getting your sustainable landscape project started.
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Your Ecological Footprint Likely Just Got Bigger! - Sorry
Redefining Progress recently introduced a new internet tool to calculate an individuals impact on the environment. Everyone has a footprint, even a city has a footprint. The City of Santa Monica released a study analyzing the change in the City’s ecological footprint which tracks its use of the Earth’s resources in terms of water and land area. Results showed its use shrank by 167 sq. miles, or 5.7%, from 2,914 sq. miles in 1990......All About Santa Monica's Ecological Footprint
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Landscape project compares Traditional vs. Santa Monica-Friendly gardens and the results are downright inspiring! Get the full story...
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Events
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November 2012
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May 16, Wednesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
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ARCSA Rainwater Harvesting Workshop - 300 Level : Day 1
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May 16, Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Green Living Workshop
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May 16, Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Sustainable Works Green Living Workshop - Topic 'Chemicals'
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May 17, Thursday
8:30am - 5:00pm
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ARCSA Rainwater Harvesting Workshop - 300 Level : Day 2
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May 17, Thursday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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What To Cook When the Only Ingredient Missing Is Time
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May 19, Saturday
9:30am - 1:00pm
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Master Gardeners at the Market
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May 19, Saturday
11:00am - 6:00pm
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Santa Monica Festival
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May 23, Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Green Living Workshop
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May 23, Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Sustainable Works Green Living Workshop - Topic 'Transportation'
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May 30, Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Green Living Workshop
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May 30, Wednesday
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Sustainable Works Green Living Workshop - Topic 'Shopping/Food'
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