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Bike to Work Day renamed Bike Anywhere Day, set for May 18

On May 18th, Bike Anywhere Day encourages people throughout San Diego County to consider riding a bicycle to their job

David Garrick - 05-05-2023

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States Look to Make Companies Take Responsibility for Hard-to-Recycle Packaging

As plastic piles up, bills that shift the financial cost of recycling to the producers are gaining traction.

Molly Bolan - 05-05-2023

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Encinitas opens new water pipeline reducing drinking water demand by 27 million gallons per year

The new pipeline involved the construction of approximately 1.4 miles of six-inch diameter recycled water pipeline.

Danamarie McNicholl-Carter - 04-28-2023

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Encinitas Spring Street Fair Returns For Its 38th Year

This is a great opportunity to explore everything that Encinitas’s national award winning Main Street has to offer.

There San Diego - 04-28-2023

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5 habits to build a sustainable future — without breaking the bank

It’s not only possible to make a difference with our individual decisions — it is vital.

Sarah Shemkus - 04-11-2023

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Low-carbon materials eligible for climate resilience, disaster recovery funding: FEMA

Communities and states that want to use low-carbon materials to prepare for disaster are receiving a funding boost

Ysabelle Kempe - 04-11-2023

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Cities Nationwide Combat Climate Change With Urban Forests

Leaders in many communities now consider trees to be critical infrastructure

Alex Brown - 04-11-2023

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Why California's floods may be 'only a taste' of what's to come in a warmer world

As disruptive as this year's events have been, we're nowhere near to a worst-case scenario for California

Ezra David Romero/KQED - 04-11-2023

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Funding for Wildlife Crossings Now Available

The grants will help local governments prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions and improve connections between habitats.

Molly Bolan - 04-06-2023

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Cities Move to Protect Trees on Private Land

More local governments are considering ordinances that would make it harder to remove healthy trees.

Rachel Gottlieb - 04-06-2023

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Food forests are bringing shade and sustenance to US cities, one parcel of land at a time

One new idea that’s gaining attention is the concept of food forests – essentially, edible parks.

Karen A. Spiller - 04-06-2023

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“Curated” climate data, grant assistance can help cities address EJ and climate change concerns

The EPA’s EJ mapping and screening tool helps governments target outreach to overburdened and underserved communities

Stephenie Overman - 04-06-2023

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State allocates $37 million for more work to secure tracks on Del Mar bluffs

The California Transportation Commission has allocated more than $37 million for the railroad tracks in Del Mar.

Phil Diehl - 03-29-2023

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Sea levels are rising — and it's going to get worse. Here's how some communities are adapting

"Scripps is trying to get ahead of the kind of cliff collapse that killed three people at a beach nearby in Encinitas."

DAVID SCHECHTER, HALEY RUSH, CHANCE HORNER - 03-29-2023

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‘It’s in our DNA’: San Diego Community Power commits to 100 percent renewable energy by 2035

The board of San Diego Community Power committed Thursday to using 100 percent renewable energy by 2035

DEBORAH SULLIVAN BRENNAN - 03-29-2023

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“Nature-based solutions” like trees and rain gardens can be cost-effective climate adaptations, advocates say

Momentum is building for land- and water-based infrastructure strategies.

Kalena Thomhave - 03-29-2023

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The IPCC says we need to phase down fossil fuels, fast. Here’s how the US could do it.

A new report lists 10 policies to constrain polluting infrastructure and achieve key climate goals.

Joseph Winters - 03-24-2023

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How climate change is throwing off key timing for wildflowers and trees in spring

Climate change is altering spring growing conditions, and plant life is changing along with it.

PBS - 03-24-2023

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The Right Way to Build Climate Change Resilience

The Inflation Reduction Act and others are offering all-too-rare opportunities for state and local governments.

Chip Kline and Simone Maloz - 03-24-2023

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$700M in Grants for Local EV Chargers Announced

The Biden administration opened up applications for $700 million in grants for local governments to install EV chargers

Daniel C. Vock - 03-24-2023

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California Energy Commission - CEC Adopts Resolution Supporting California Tribal Energy Sovereignty

The CEC approved a resolution committing the agency to support California tribal energy sovereignty and independence.

Global Renewable News - 03-07-2023

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Fossil fuel infrastructure news

With California oil production at risk, referendum gives voters a say

How much will gas prices increase if existing California wells are shut down and the supply shifts to imported oil?

Rock Zierman - 03-07-2023

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Encinitas seeks nominees for environment awards

The city of Encinitas Environmental Commission announces the opening of nominations for its Environmental Award Program....

STAFF - 03-07-2023

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Solar panel news

UCLA engineers design solar roofs to harvest energy for greenhouses

Renewable energy sources such as solar panels are in high demand, UCLA invented a new kind of solar roofs.

BIOENGINEER - 03-07-2023

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Pipeline debate at center of California carbon capture plans

California relies on capturing carbon out of the air and storing it deep underground

ASSOCIATED PRESS - 02-28-2023

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Digging into zero-waste groceries at Local Scoop in Encinitas

Looking at a new zero-waste, no-packaging food refill shop in Encinitas

Susan Sullivan - 02-28-2023

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How climate change is making California's weather more extreme

California has been hit with an especially cold and wet winter

David Knowles - 02-28-2023

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Blizzards push California snowpack to nearly twice normal levels

The storm could deliver seven feet of fresh powder to some locations by Wednesday.

Diana Leonard - 02-28-2023

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How the "electrify everything" movement went mainstream

One in five Americans now lives in an area that's trying to move buildings off fossil fuels

Emily Pontecorvo - 02-21-2023

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The Biden Administration Aims to Make EV Charging as Easy as Filling Up

The first comprehensive standards for public EV charging stations will help ensure reliability and accessibility.

Gabriela Aoun Angueira - 02-21-2023

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How To Build A Better Bike-Share Program

This story is part of the Cities + Solutions series, which chronicles inspiring climate initiatives in U.S. communities....

GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA - 02-21-2023

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Tired Of Being Told To ‘Adapt,’ An Indigenous Community Wrote Its Own Climate Action Plan

Long before anyone called this place northwest Montana or considered it a tourist destination, it sustained the tribes.

Carly Graf - 02-21-2023

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Home of the future: Climate-friendly, electrified and closer than ever

The technology and policies are falling into place. But we’ll need a revolution in U.S. home retrofit business models......

Jeff St. John, Canary Media - 02-14-2023

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Exxon Shuts Down Algae Fuel Research Program

Exxon has pulled the plug on its green fuels from algae research after 15 years. Was it ever real or just a PR stunt?

Steve Hanley - 02-14-2023

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Attention nature lovers! Researchers need your help counting birds this weekend.

Look up this weekend to help count birds and document climate change during Audubon's Great Backyard Bird Count.      

Dinah Voyles Pulver - 02-14-2023

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Sustainable Back to School Tips

With school starting soon, it’s time to stock up on prepackaged snacks, school supplies, and more. Trying to cut d...

Camrie Rounds - 08-03-2023

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San Elijo Lagoon Dredging & Cardiff State Beach Living Shoreline Repairs Project

Over the past few weeks, the Nature Collective, California State Parks, and the City of Encinitas collaborated to comple...

Todd Mierau - 06-02-2023

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Low Waste Tips: Spring Cleaning!

As the rain subsides and the weather gets warmer, it’s time to start spring cleaning and decluttering for the year...

Camrie Rounds - 02-24-2023

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Cardiff State Beach Living Shoreline Project Design & Performance

The recent large storm and wave events that occurred in early January 2023 have again displayed the success of the Cardi...

Todd Mierau & Zachary Urabe - 01-23-2023

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Fall & Winter Energy Efficiency Tips

As the temperature cools outside, the temptation to blast your heater rises. However, as with air conditioning in summer...

Itzel Gallardo - 11-28-2022

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Spooky Facts about Halloween Waste (And How to Reduce It!)

October has arrived which means fall treats, candy, parties, and Halloween! Holidays produce a significant amount of was...

Camrie Rounds - 10-21-2022

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Recycling in Encinitas FAQ: Part 2

The problem with Wishcycling: Wishcycling happens when we put non-recyclable or contaminated recyclables into the b...

Camrie Rounds - 09-28-2022

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Recycling in Encinitas FAQ: Part 1

What are the benefits of recycling? The recycling symbol can be seen on many single-use items, alerting the consume...

Camrie Rounds - 08-03-2022

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Tips for a Waste Free Gathering

Summer is here, which means BBQs, parties, graduation celebrations, and more! While events generally produce large ...

Camrie Rounds - 07-01-2022

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An Eco-Friendly, Spring Egg Hunt? It’s Possible!

If your family participates in a springtime egg hunt tradition, chances are you are familiar with the dozens of colorful...

Camrie Rounds - 04-13-2022

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Gray, Blue, and Green Bins: What Goes Where and Why Does it Matter?

You may have noticed your neighbors making more use of their green organics bins on trash day, coworkers paying closer a...

Camrie Rounds - 03-24-2022

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Green Building Ordinance Adopted to Advance City’s Climate Action Goals

The City of Encinitas adopted a comprehensive Green Building Ordinance (Ordinance 2021-13) on October 27, 2021. The Ordi...

Jillian Queri - 12-07-2021

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The Benefits of Biking

May is Bike Month, and there’s never been a better time to enjoy riding a bike! It’s a good way to ensure yo...

Jasmine Krause - 05-26-2021

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The Power of Magnets: Induction Cooking

In the fight against climate change, reducing emissions from buildings has a key role to play. In Encinitas, the electri...

Jasmine Krause - 04-28-2021

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Encinitas Virtual Earth Week Celebration

The City of Encinitas, in partnership with EcoFest Encinitas, will present a Virtual Earth Week Celebration next week be...

Jasmine Krause - 04-15-2021

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San Diego Community Power: Powering a clean, affordable future

San Diego Community Power (SDCP) launched earlier this March! This is an exciting step towards climate conscious energy ...

Jasmine Krause - 03-31-2021

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World Water Day

Monday, March 22, 2021 is World Water Day, a time to bring awareness to this vital resource! This year’s theme is ...

Inge Bisconer - 03-19-2021

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Climate Action Co-Benefits: Building Resiliency in Encinitas

The Big Picture The City of Encinitas is actively addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions t...

Jasmine Krause - 02-24-2021

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Commercial Food Waste Resource Guide

For every meal served the average restaurant wastes half a pound of food. In the landfill, this waste releases pote...

City of Encinitas - 02-22-2021

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City of Encinitas’ Climate Action Accomplishments: Reflecting On Our 2019 Performance

It has been nearly three years since Encinitas unveiled its updated Climate Action Plan in January 2018. Since then, we ...

Jasmine Krause - 02-10-2021

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Save the Food

Preventing waste in the kitchen can be fun and easy! The City of Encinitas collaborated with Save the Food to gather som...

City of Encinitas - 01-19-2021

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How to Have a Sustainable Holiday Season

The holidays are here, and with them countless opportunities to make small choices and shifts to a more sustainable seas...

Jasmine Krause - 12-18-2020

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Great News, City Council Approved the Updated CAP Last Month!

On November 18, 2020, City Council adopted an updated Climate Action Plan (CAP) which included a recalculation of antici...

Jasmine Krause - 12-15-2020

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14 Low-Waste Holiday Gift Ideas

This holiday season is one like no other. We want to help you shop local and give without creating waste - instead of gi...

City of Encinitas - 12-14-2020

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Recycle Right This Holiday!

Experiencing an increase in packages this holiday season? With each online order you receive comes material such as card...

City of Encinitas - 12-14-2020

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Zero Waste Holiday Blog

Did you know that Americans create 25% more trash during the #holidays? Reduce your waste and turn up the cheer this hol...

City of Encinitas - 12-01-2020

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Elementary Schools Save Pumpkins from the Landfill

During the third annual pumpkin composting event, students and their families across Encinitas saved 377 Jack-...

Dominique Dashwood - 11-10-2020

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Steps to Being a Zero Waste Consumer

In the past 50 years, humans have consumed more resources than in all previous history. The first step to reducing is le...

City of Encinitas - 11-02-2020

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How to incorporate sustainability into your child's online and in school learning

Across the country, the coronavirus pandemic has undeniably disrupted and transformed the way our children are educated....

Jasmine Krause - 10-28-2020

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Green Wednesdays Webinar Series

Looking to achieve your zero waste potential? Join us for our new “Green Wednesdays” free webinar series thi...

City of Encinitas - Solid Waste Division - 10-27-2020

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Zero Waste Halloween

As Halloween comes and goes it is estimated that 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are sent to the landfill, doomed to rot an...

City of Encinitas - 10-20-2020

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Waste Less from Land to Sea

The City of Encinitas prides itself in being at the forefront of sustainability. We’re putting out the call to res...

Dominique Dashwood - 10-16-2020

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Telecommuting and Beyond: What you can do to reduce vehicle emissions

While in many ways catastrophic, COVID has undeniably created space for a complete reinvention on how we view work and t...

Jasmine Krause - 09-29-2020

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The Climate and Our Beaches

The beaches and coastal resources in Encinitas offer great value to our community, the local economy, and the City&rsquo...

Dominique Dashwood - 08-18-2020

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Encinitas’ Fight Against Single Use Plastic

The Problems of Single Use Plastic:  We produce a large amount of plastic because it is inexpensive, durable, ...

Dominique Dashwood - 07-23-2020

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“Stay at Home” Doesn’t Have to Mean “Spend More on Energy”

Due to COVID, many of us are spending more time at home. In regard to our utility bills, energy we would normally use at...

Dominique Dashwood - 06-23-2020

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Zero Waste 101

What is Zero Waste?The concept of zero waste is straightforward: do not generate any waste. Wait! We hope we haven&rsquo...

Dominique Dashwood - 05-27-2020

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Results: Survey on Climate and Waste

Local businesses and members of the community play an essential role in the City’s Climate Action Plan. By engagin...

Dominique Dashwood - 04-27-2020

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Clean-Powered Communities

March 27, 2020 - Communities are taking back the power (literally) with Community Choice Energy. Learn about how a CCE w...

Dominique Dashwood - 03-27-2020