Join BayREN, our partner, for a special in-person, interactive Forum focused on permitting for heat pump water heaters on Tuesday, September 10. California has an ambitious goal of installing 6 million heat pumps by 2030; homeowners can draw on millions of dollars in incentives to switch to heat pumps; and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District has adopted rules that will require zero-NOx appliances such as heat pumps. As a result, building departments will see increasing numbers of permit applications for heat pump projects. This in-person only event will include: • Opportunities to share real-world experiences • Sharing ideas with and learning from building officials, contractors and other subject matter experts Register today for the event at https://lnkd.in/gFM6Y7-5
StopWaste
Environmental Services
Oakland, CA 4,107 followers
A public agency working with residents, businesses, and schools to reduce waste in Alameda County.
About us
StopWaste is a public agency that helps Alameda County’s businesses, residents, and schools waste less, recycle better, and use water, energy, and other resources efficiently. To learn more, please visit www.StopWaste.Org.
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http://www.StopWaste.Org
External link for StopWaste
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Oakland, CA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1976
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Primary
1537 Webster St.
Oakland, CA 94610, US
Employees at StopWaste
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Do you want to make a difference in reducing waste and increasing environmental sustainability in Alameda County? One position in the Environmental Organization category is available for the StopWaste Recycling Board. To learn more about the role, visit www.stopwaste.org/jobs.
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If you have kids in K-12 schools and are concerned about all of the plastic and other disposables in the cafeterias -- and what chemicals might be in those products and getting into their food, please check out the Center for Environmental Health's Updated Ditching Disposables Toolkit! The kids we have connected with are so excited to be using real stainless steel trays and utensils at school. Join the growing movement for non-toxic reuse! https://lnkd.in/gCuhquJ4
🍎🏫 As you prepare to send your child #BackToSchool, the LAST thing on your mind should be whether or not your kids might be exposed to toxic chemicals in the school cafeteria. ⚠️ The reality is that many school cafeterias serve lunches on single-use food serviceware. This generates an immense amount of waste and it is not only bad for the #environment, but it also can harm young children’s #health by exposing them to toxic chemicals like #PFAS and styrene. That’s why CEH is proud to release a new version of our popular #DitchingDisposables toolkit! https://lnkd.in/gCuhquJ4 This toolkit is designed to help K-12 schools make the transition from single-use to healthier, more #sustainable alternatives. Above all, we suggest that schools consider #reusables first. Reusables eliminate many of the concerns associated with single-use, such as exposure to toxic chemicals (including PFAS and styrene), increased waste production, and some recyclability or compostability issues. Our newly updated toolkit still has best practices for K-12 schools looking to transition to non-toxic reuse, and also has several new resources. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or student - find out how YOU can get involved with ditching disposables! 💪🏽
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Congratulations to Environmental Leadership Award winner oWOW in City of Oakland for their forward-thinking construction methods! By using responsibly sourced mass timber, prefabricating building elements, and integrating development, design, and construction, they minimize waste and have the potential to build twice as fast and reduce cost by 30% compared to conventional construction. Learn more about the awards at: https://lnkd.in/gFSFhMkW #AlamedaCounty #EnvironmentalLeadership #Oakland #BayArea Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
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Congratulations to the winners of the Environmental Leadership Award: Sparkl Reusables in City of Oakland and Spectrum Community Services, Inc. in Hayward! They were recognized for their outstanding collaboration in transitioning from disposable to reusable containers for their meal deliveries throughout Alameda County. This initiative prevents an estimated 10,000 single-use foodware items per month from ending up in landfills. To learn more about their efforts, please visit https://lnkd.in/gFSFhMkW. Hayward Chamber of Commerce Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce #alamedacounty #reuse #environmentalleadership
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Congratulations to Environmental Leadership Award winner Mohr Elementary School in the City of Pleasanton They teach sustainability with hands-on, student-led waste reduction initiatives, reduce and sort cafeteria waste with an exemplary and engaged Green Team, and made Pleasanton Unified School District the first in the county to pass a district-wide food waste reduction resolution. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gFSFhMkW
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Kudos to Environmental Leadership Award winner Drake's Brewing Co. in City of San Leandro! The company has made an impactful investment in reusable pallets, pallet wrap, and rubber bands for their transportation operations around the brewery, each year eliminating 16,000 pounds of wood pallet waste and 290,000 square feet of disposable plastic wrap—enough to cover 5 football fields. Learn more about the awardees: https://lnkd.in/gFSFhMkW San Leandro Next
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Congratulations to our 2024 Environmental Leadership Award winners, recognized at a ceremony yesterday for their innovative and forward-thinking work toward an inclusive, circular economy that benefits us all. Vesta Foodservice and Spectrum Community Services, Inc. in Hayward, Sparkl Reusables and oWOW in Oakland, Drake’s Brewing Company in San Leandro, and Mohr Elementary School in Pleasanton. Learn more about the winners and their achievements: https://lnkd.in/gGRE9B_T #ELAs #EnviromentalLeadership #AlamedaCounty
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Commercial real estate varies in size, use, design, and tenant type. From neighborhood businesses to downtown office towers, this forum will explore the challenges and approaches to reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. We'll explore questions like: Are there simple solutions for small buildings or big box stores? Can the complex systems in large buildings transition to clean energy? What’s holding back heat pumps in commercial kitchens? Join the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) regional online forum to learn about commercial systems and how local governments can support decarbonization. This online forum is free and open to all. Commercial Conundrums and Successes in Building Decarbonization Wednesday, June 5 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Register for free: https://bit.ly/3QLZJRp #BayREN #LocalGovernment #ClimateChange #EnergyEfficiency
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We are currently seeking an Energy Council Program Services Specialist to join our team. The position will be responsible for managing Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN), which includes conducting community outreach and engaging with stakeholders. The goal of the programs is to promote energy upgrades and electrify single-family and multifamily buildings in Alameda County and the larger Bay Area. In addition, the position will work on growing and strengthening the clean energy workforce to help achieve energy and climate goals. Learn more and apply by May 31: https://lnkd.in/g3mzsNNG #hiring #energy #builtenvironment #greenjobs #sustainability #bayarea