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Community Gardens–Providing More Than Food
Research studies and personal experiences attest that community gardens provide environmental and social benefits in the face of environmental injustices. From mitigating climate change to increasing food access, community gardens positively impact lives. Full story…(Posted by Ciaran Gallagher on Jul 8, 2019) -
Environmental Justice: Inclusive Decision-Making
Last month I traveled to Lamont to present to community members about CalRecycle’s Environmental Justice Program, SB 1383 regulations and the estimated 50 to 100 new large-scale organic waste facilities that will be built in the state as a result, and how to participate in the formal rulemaking process. Full story…(Posted by Ciaran Gallagher, CalRecycle Capital Fellow on May 6, 2019) -
CalRecycle Celebrates Environmental Justice Advocate Cesar Chavez
Cesar Chavez Day is here and it’s time to celebrate his dedication to civil rights, education and environmental justice! Full story…(Posted by TC Clark on Mar 29, 2019) -
Weather Stops Work on Camp Fire Debris Removal
The Incident Management Team for Camp Fire debris removal operations in Butte County has ordered the temporary demobilization all wildfire debris removal crews until March 19, 2019. The recent string of wet weather has created unsafe conditions with oversaturated soil for debris removal workers and truck drivers while limiting the ability of designated landfills to accept material. Full story…(Posted by Lance Klug on Mar 12, 2019) -
CalRecycle Awards $71,000 to Clear Illegal Dumpsites
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery is awarding $71,132 in cleanup grants to restore public nature areas and animal grazing land in Lassen and Madera counties. Full story…(Posted by Lance Klug on Feb 28, 2019) -
Businesses Not Complying with Recycling Laws? Let Us Know!
Did you know California law requires businesses, including multifamily complexes, to arrange for recycling services? Full story…(Posted by Lance Klug on Jan 2, 2019)
