September 22 is officially the first day of fall. Although we Southern Californians know that summer often extends into October here in LA, autumn is right around the corner! Leaves on trees will start changing colors. Mornings will develop a slight chill. The scent of pumpkin spice is already everywhere! To prepare for the […]
If you’ve spent any length of time in LA, the recent news reports that coastal LA and California experiences its warmest weather later in the summer season come as no surprise. Those of us who grew up in SoCal remember our back to school days often being the hottest days of the year. And, while […]
We’re all trying our best to conserve water. But let’s face it. Sometimes the water saving tips we see involve an investment of time and resources that we just don’t have (think installing a drip irrigation system in your yard). And, while a drip irrigation system is important and an excellent long-term solution to […]
Suitcases packed? Check! Travel plans confirmed? Check! Family super excited about going on vacation? Check and check! Home prepped and ready for its own vacay? Umm… A lot of Angelenos are traveling this summer – a quick weekend camping trip, a cross-country journey to visit relatives, a vacation abroad. Have you thought about giving […]
With summer officially underway, Angelenos are ready to enjoy a good old-fashioned barbecue with friends and family. Unfortunately, barbecues tend to increase waste and can have a negative impact on our planet’s environment. But with a few small tweaks, you can have tons of summer fun while keeping Mother Earth happy. Here’s how: Say […]
Did you know that urban runoff still occurs without rain? While the rainy months do increase the amount of stormwater that flows through our local waterways, approximately 100 million gallons of untreated water flows from Southern California streets to the ocean every day during dry months. But if the clouds aren’t producing the water, who […]
Have you heard about the new outdoor water restrictions for the city of Los Angeles? While more updates may be forthcoming, on June 1st, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power instituted rules restricting the number of outdoor watering days from three to two within its entire service area. These new restrictions are designed to […]
Courtesy of Kids Ocean Day Nearly 3,000 Students Participated After A Pause Due to Pandemic LOS ANGELES, MAY 26, 2022 – After being postponed over the last two years due to the pandemic, Kids Ocean Day is back at Dockweiler State Beach. Nearly 3,000 Los Angeles-area students participated in a beach cleanup to […]
Books are a perfect opportunity to introduce your child to environmental topics. Want to ensure the eco-reading time with your child is impactful? Here are five tips to enhance your child’s reading comprehension: If the weather allows, read outside! There’s nothing like learning about nature in nature! Cater toward the environmental topics your child […]
The nearly one mile of newly renovated alleyways will capture polluted stormwater and serve as safe walking and biking paths for residents LOS ANGELES – Today, Trust for Public Land (TPL), Los Angeles Sanitation & Environment (LASAN), and Councilmember Curren D. Price Jr. announce the official groundbreaking of The Central-Jefferson and Quincy Jones Green […]
