With summer here, you may find yourself reaching for the air conditioning more and more. But did you know that while air conditioning may cool your house, it’s warming our planet? Electricity is produced from fossil fuels, and air conditioning units use a lot of it. This contributes to climate change! However, with a bit […]
Ahhhh…water. It hydrates our bodies, fills up our pools, and keeps our yards alive, but it doesn’t come without a cost. In the United States, lawns alone consume between 30-60% of all urban freshwater. Reading that might sound a little scary. After all, it’s just grass right? You might be asking… Could Lawns […]
Spring is springing and gardening activities are in full swing here in LA. As you spend more time in your yard, be sure to adopt good gardening practices that protect Los Angeles’ rivers, creeks, lakes and beaches. Here are five gardening tips that will protect LA’s watersheds, benefit local wildlife, and keep your family […]
Whether you’re a master gardener or a bit green when it comes to planting and harvesting fruits and veggies, free resources are always welcome. Read on for a list of free gardening resources available for city of Los Angeles residents: Free Smart Gardening In-Person Workshops – LA County Public Works offers free smart gardening […]
What better way to get in some exercise for yourself and your pup than exploring Los Angeles’ trails? Trail access has been increasing, which means now is the perfect time to take your pet out on an excursion. But not all trails are created equal, and most require that your dog be on-leash. Visit one […]
What’s all the buzz about? On May 20, the United Nations will celebrate World Bee Day, a day that reminds us of the vital role bees play in global food production and calls for action to support our friendly pollinators. Did you know that we have more than 1,600 native bee species here […]
Do you know if your dog’s paws are ready to be outdoors and hiking on one of the many open LA trails? Paws are very similar to human feet. The more you walk outside without shoes, the thicker your calluses become. But the more you stay inside or wear shoes and socks, the softer your […]
Calling all community scientists! The City of Los Angeles is actively participating in the 2023 City Nature Challenge between April 28 and May 1, 2023, and we need your help! Sponsored by the Los Angeles County Natural History Museum and the California Academy of Sciences, the City Nature Challenge is an annual competition to […]
In March, LA Sanitation and Environment, in partnership with Los Angeles City Council District 9 Council Member Curren T. Price, Jr. and the Trust for Public Land, celebrated the official opening of the Central-Jefferson and Quincy Jones Green Alley Networks. The Central-Jefferson and Quincy Jones Green Alley Networks revitalize and transform 11 previously underutilized […]
How LASAN Discovered Barley – LA’s Newest (And Most Unexpected) Water Quality SuperHero If you were to ask Angelenos what barley is used for, most would say for making bread, beer, or a hearty beef stew. Few would know that barley straw – a small, unassuming grass – has a secret super power […]
