Category: Sustainability

Refill Madness Sonoma Recognized for Sustainable Business Practices

The Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce and City of Sonoma are pleased to announce that Refill Madness Sonoma is this year’s Earth Day Sustainable Business Honoree! Located in the Sonoma Valley Center, Refill Madness Sonoma opened in February 2021 at 500 West Napa Street, Suite 540 with a mission to foster a clean planet and a clean community. … Continued

Announcing the Winners of the 2nd Annual Earth Day Photography Contest

Congratulations to Leslie Lerude and Andre Temperatura, winners of the 2nd Annual Earth Day Photography Contest! As part of Earth Day 2022, the City held a Photo Contest encouraging people to submit photos of their favorite natural spot, plants or creatures in Sonoma. The public was invited to vote online for their favorite entries. Leslie … Continued

Earth Day Photo Contest Exhibition and Voting – Online Now through April 15th

Thank you to all of the photographers who submitted pictures to celebrate the beauty, strangeness, and amazing qualities of our planet in honor of Earth Day. View the virtual exhibition and vote for your favorite through April 15, 2022, at www.sonomacity.org/earth-day-photography-contest/. Winners are to be announced on Earth Day, April 22, 2022, and will be … Continued

Fix-a-Leak Week is March 14-20, 2022

Join the City of Sonoma in celebrating Fix-a-Leak Week by tightening loose faucets and pipes, checking the toilet for leaks, checking your outdoor spigot for leaks, and inspecting your irrigation system for broken lines and sprinkler heads. But really, it’s best to keep water conservation top-of-mind throughout the year. Find and Fix Leaks to Save Water … Continued

Tell us About YOUR Business’ Sustainability Practices

In celebration of Earth Day 2022, the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce and City of Sonoma are working together to recognize a local business for its green practices. This year, in light of the current drought conditions, we are placing extra emphasis on Water Conservation as a criterion for the selection. We invite you to let us … Continued

Drought is Here, Save Water!

75% of California’s yearly rainfall occurs from November through March. We need a lot more rain to make a difference in the drought. With very little rainfall in January and February, it’s important that we all continue to conserve and use water wisely. Your water savings will directly help save water in our reservoirs. It’s … Continued

Free Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) Virtual Training

Free* class for professionals in Sonoma & Marin Counties, Sponsored by the Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership. Get QWEL certified online this spring 2022! And become a recognized industry leader in sustainable landscaping and irrigation. English Instruction begins Monday, March 28th, and continues for 2 weeks, Monday – Thursday (6:00 – 8:30 p.m.) QWEL exam in … Continued

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