“My Carbon Footprint …? What Does that Even Mean?”
Take these eight simple steps to get your environment on better footing.Grant-Funded Program Helps Residents Think Outside the Landfill
The city of Santa Maria, a textile recycling company and thrift stores are working to reduce waste.SBCC Adult Education Series Seeks ‘The True Green’
Local experts will help explore options for lifestyle, food, money and community.For Local Mom, Canvas-Tote Program is Something to Bag About
Santa Barbara's Kathi King hopes her reusable bags carry the next generation to a greener lifestyle.Business Leaders Meet with Capps to Energize Green Game Plan
At a Bren School assembly, the lawmaker hears ideas on how the federal government can help promote sustainability.Serendipity: Cleaning Up Our Act to Reduce Sea of Trash
From recycling plastic bags to helping rid the beach of garbage, the adage think globally, act locally is true.Grass May Be Greener, But It Won’t Necessarily Save You Any Green
Water conservation is a lawn story but here are some tips that get right to the point.Landscape Irrigation Now Awash in Technology
A host of new water conservation tools is being used to irrigate Santa Barbara County.Water Conservation Efforts Flourish Without a Drought
Local programs make it easy to reduce your use and cultivate water conservation as a way of life.Communities at Root of Food Exchange Program
Food sheds, where neighbors exchange homegrown produce, are gaining ground.Serendipity: In Search of a Sustainable Exercise Routine
Underwater technology to play music and lectures drowns out the boredom of working out in a pool.Habitat for Humanity Ready to Reduce, Reuse and ReStore
Through ReStore, open to the public starting Saturday, people can donate building materials, and those in need of them can buy them for a discount.Trash Hauler MarBorg Industries Making Inroads In Recycling
On behalf of the community, the company opens a free hazardous waste disposal facility in Goleta.Heal the Ocean Stays the Course in Finding Pollution Solutions
Looking forward to the future while celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Santa Barbara organization has become an international model.Even Eco-Wimps Can Take Steps to Reduce Carbon Footprint
The Citizens Planning Association offers tips for people who want to be environmentally conscious, but who aren't ready to give up cars or go organic.Serendipity: Humpbacks’ Fin Bumps Lead to Breakthrough
Large bumps on the mammals' long flippers inspire new wind turbine technology.Breakthrough Reached on How and Where California Grows
Builders and environmentalists align behind a sweeping regional growth measure involving housing policy, transportation funding and greenhouse gases.Save Money and Energy by Cleaning Under Refrigerators
Follow SCEEP's six easy steps every six months to save up to 6 percent on energy bills.Educational Tours of Natural Seeps Offered Ahead of County Hearing
SOS California wants to help residents understand the effects of natural-gas and oil pollution in the Santa Barbara Channel.Joining the Snowy Plover Squad Is a Docent Thing to Do
Looking for something to do over the summer without driving far away? Get some sun, birdwatching, mild exercise, education, and help conserve natural resources all in one go. Coal Oil Point Reserve could use some volunteers.Serendipity: Growing Grama Pays Off with Blades of Glory
Cultivating grass from seed takes hard work and a lot of trial and error, but the results make it worthwhile.Efforts of Young Environmentalist Making Waves in Ventura
Dozens of youths, as part of a joint effort with Santa Barbara's lightblueline project, install 10 Sea Level Awareness Project poles along the city's waterfront.SCE Customers Have Seen the Light
Since October 2007, more than 100,000 customers have installed 1 million energy-efficient CFL bulbs.Take the Water Challenge: Use 20 Gallons Less Per Day
The Santa Barbara County Water Agency offers simple tips to help residents meet the pledge.Landscape Budgets Program Can Help Money, Water Savings Flow
The free management tool helps property owners, managers and contractors track irrigation to improve efficiency.Clean Green With Homemade Products
Save money and help the environment by following these simple recipes to create your own cleansers.Serendipity: Sustainable U.S. Document
The Preamble to the Constitution still accurately reflects who we are and who we want to be as a nation.Schwarzenegger Eases Restrictions on Solar Energy Installations
Legislation prohibits homeowners associations from placing limits on solar power.What Nau? Horny Toad Acquires Portland Apparel Brand’s Assets
Foundering, environmentally conscious clothing company to be relaunched under own name Aug. 1.Santa Barbara Sees Green As It Focuses on Reducing Pesticide Use
Integrated Pest Management strategies guide the city and the school district in sustainable practices.Serendipity: Sustainable Cool
Language is always in transition, but can you remember a time when the word 'cool' wasn't cool?San Luis Obispo Synagogue the First in World to Receive LEED Certification
Congregation Beth David is also the first building in San Luis Obispo County to receive the rating.SCEEP’s Energy-Efficiency Program Pays Off for Local Businesses
New lighting saves enough energy to power about 1,200 homes annually — and $1 million in costs.GreenWave Energy Solutions Generates Recognition of Its Efforts
The company receives a small-business award from the United Chamber of Commerce.Serendipity: Botanical Artist a Natural at Painting Sustainability
Patrick O'Hara, commissioned by the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, promotes plant conservation.- 1. Three Jailed After Police Seize Meth, Heroin - 05.25.2013 8:22 a.m.
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