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This Thursday, October 17th at 6pm, join us for “Microplastics & Astroturf: Not so beautiful beauty products & problematic athletic fields.” 🌱 This headliner is part of the SCU 11th biannual turn Climate Crisis Awareness & Action week. It will feature a panel of three experts who will discuss the negative climate, environmental, and health impacts of artificial turf and microplastics that come from the turf. The panelists include ⬇️ - Dianne Woelke MSN, Member of Board of Directors of Safe Healthy Playing Fields, Inc. and Affiliate of Beyond Plastics - Linda Hutchins-Knowles, Co-Founder and Team Coordinator of Mothers Out Front Silicon Valley - Rika Gopinath, Community Policy and Action Manager of Beyond Pesticides With a growing body of research, medical and environmental professionals have been warning us of the risks of artificial turf, particularly on children’s health, directly through contact and indirectly through water contamination and climate change. Come learn more about why we should stick to natural grass, rather than plastic, for the health of our community and planet! Join here: https://bit.ly/3BXYDxk

⏰ LAST CALL to register for Acterra's Electric Home Tour! Don’t miss out—registration closes tomorrow, Friday 18 at 11 AM! 🔌🏡 On October 19th, explore homes throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, from new constructions to those transitioning from gas. Discover cutting-edge appliances like heat-pump systems, induction cooktops, electric dryers, fireplaces, and energy-efficient gardening tools. 🌱✨ Hear firsthand from homeowners about their appliance choices, contractor experiences, installation processes, and how they’re saving money through incentives like the Inflation Reduction Act. Whether you're curious about costs or how to get started, this tour will give you all the info you need to make your transition to electric living easier and more affordable! Best of all, it’s FREE to join! 🔗 Sign up now at https://lnkd.in/gW3qR_TK #ElectricHomeTour #HomeElectrification #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #GoElectric #GreenLiving #ClimateAction #Acterra #ForAHealthyPlanet

Ready to reduce waste in your school or workplace? 🌱 From promoting digital solutions to composting organic waste, small steps can make a big difference for the environment. Check out these 6 easy strategies to get started on your sustainability journey! 💡✨ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g5YCnBkw #Sustainability #WasteReduction #EcoFriendly #GreenLiving #Acterra #ClimateAction

We’re thrilled to invite the community to join us for Halloween Land—an unforgettable celebration of all things spooky and fun! 👻 Date: October 26th, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location:(Unity Park) 1605 Ohio Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801 Halloween Land promises a frightfully fun and family-friendly experience like no other, packed with thrilling activities, eerie surprises, and heartwarming moments for all ages. Best of all, admission is free 🙌, though donations are welcomed to support Urban Tilth’s ongoing community work. We’ll be following all safety protocols to ensure a safe and spooktacular time for everyone. Mark your calendars for October 26th and join us at Unity Park for a day filled with Halloween magic and community spirit. Bring your family, bring your friends, and let's make this a Halloween to remember! 🦇🧙♀️

🔋 Last 2 days to register for our upcoming Electric Home Tour 2024! 🔋 Our amazing tour hosts are excited to welcome you into their homes this Saturday and share their electrification experiences! 🚪✨ 🌟 Meet Kristel Wickham from Sunnyvale, one of our tour hosts, who will be showcasing the energy-saving appliances and innovations she’s using to create a more sustainable home. 🏡🔌 With over 40 homes across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties featured in this year’s tour, you’ll explore real-world examples, ask questions, and get inspired to make your own home greener! 🌱💡 🎟️ The tour is FREE, but registration is required. The registration is open until Oct 16, end of day. All tour addresses will be sent to registrants 1-2 days before the event. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g9kWi8-e Sponsored by City of Palo Alto, Peninsula Clean Energy, San José Clean Energy , Silicon Valley Clean Energy , Stanford Community Engagement, Stanford Haas Center for Public Service, sSilicon Valley Power. #ElectricHomeTour2024 #ActerraElectricHomeTour #Electrification #GreenElectricity #SustainableLiving #Sustainability

One-third of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions are linked to agriculture and food systems (United Nations). What about food production and agricultural practices is so harmful? Agricultural practices and food systems are harmful to the climate for a multitude of reasons, including agricultural production, land use, supply chain, and waste. Reducing the amount of meat, dairy, and animal products you consume is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. Learn more about agricultural systems and food choice through our free middle school climate change curriculum (YBtC) at https://lnkd.in/g3vfi6Nq, link in our bio! Sources: National Geographic, Our World in Data #agriculture #foodsystems #foodchoice #foodwaste #foodsystems #landuse #climatechange #youthbethechange

We’re thrilled to invite the community to join us for Halloween Land—an unforgettable celebration of all things spooky and fun! 👻 Date: October 26th, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location:(Unity Park) 1605 Ohio Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801 Halloween Land promises a frightfully fun and family-friendly experience like no other, packed with thrilling activities, eerie surprises, and heartwarming moments for all ages. Best of all, admission is free 🙌, though donations are welcomed to support Urban Tilth’s ongoing community work. We’ll be following all safety protocols to ensure a safe and spooktacular time for everyone. Mark your calendars for October 26th and join us at Unity Park for a day filled with Halloween magic and community spirit. Bring your family, bring your friends, and let's make this a Halloween to remember! 🦇🧙♀️

🌍🌱 Join Us for the virtual Cupertino  Climate Candidate Forum! 🌱🌍 Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action is excited to invite you to our virtual Climate Candidate Forum on Friday, October 11, from 5:30-7 p.m. During the forum, Cupertino candidates Rod Sinks, Kitty Moore, Ray Wang, and Claudio Bono will share their plans and positions on climate action for the City of Cupertino. 🌎 This is a valuable opportunity to learn where each candidate stands and ask critical climate questions and make an informed decision. ✅ Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/g5irDBp7

⚡ ️ Electric Home Tour 2024 is just around the corner! 🌿🏡 Over 40 hosts throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties are excited to welcome you into their homes and showcase the electric appliances and equipment they’ve installed to replace methane gas-powered products. 🔥➡️⚡️ You'll have the chance to explore the latest in energy-efficient technology, including heat pump water heaters, heat pumps for heating and cooling, induction cooktops, electric fireplaces, electric vehicles (EVs) 🚗, EV chargers, and even electric garden tools. 🌱🔋 Homeowners and knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about the benefits of switching, along with tips on contractors, incentives, and rebates. 💬💡 🎟️ The tour is FREE, but registration is required. Don’t miss out! ➡️https://lnkd.in/g9kWi8-e #ElectricHomeTour2024 #ActerraElectricHomeTour #Electrification #GreenElectricity #SustainableLiving #Sustainability

Thursday, October 10, 7 to 8 p.m. “Fly the Sustainable Skies of SFO.” On Zoom. Presented by the Citizens Environmental Council (CEC) and cosponsored by 350 Silicone Valley, Acterra, Citizens' Climate Lobby, Peninsula Clean Energy and Sustainable San Mateo County. Erin Cooke, SFO’s Sustainability and Resilience Director, and Courtney Carroux, the airport’s Net Zero Lead, will describe steps SFO is taking to reach its net zero carbon goal by 2030, how it’s helping stakeholders reach their goals and how passengers can travel more sustainably. Admission is free, but you must pre-register at bit.ly/SustainableSkies. For more information about CEC, visit cecburlingame.org or email info@cecburlingame.org.