Celebrate mother nature and all its wonders in the 2nd Annual Earth Day Photo Contest. Take a picture to celebrate the beauty, strangeness, and amazing qualities of our planet. No professional camera is needed – we welcome photos taken on any device! Submissions open March 8 – April 4 Online Exhibition and Voting April 5 … Continued
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
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
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
The County of Sonoma, Energy and Sustainability Division is pleased to announce the latest workshops in an ongoing series for those interested in learning more about the benefits of making improvements that will help make your home or business more resilient. The workshops cover a range of topics including evaluating energy use, making a project … Continued
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
Sonoma residents, businesses, and institutions are now required to separate organic materials from trash and recycling as of January 1. The new ordinance was enacted as required by California Senate Bill 1383, which was passed in 2016 to reduce the generation of greenhouse gas emissions from landfills. The law seeks to reduce organic waste disposal … Continued
At thier meeting on November 17th, City Council received a presentation about the Sonoma Ecology Center’s Earthlings Club and their efforts to support the city’s new waste sorting requirements and disposable food service ware ordinance. The following is the presentation given by the city’s sustainability coordinator, Travis Wagner. Community volunteers are a crucial part of … Continued
A free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event will be held on Tuesday, November 2. You must register for this event. To register: https://zerowastesonoma.gov/calendar/event/6336/2021/11/02. Through this link, you can make an appointment (click the link under “schedule an appointment”). The location will be provided in your confirmation email. A free mattress collection event will be held … Continued
Learn how to make your business more sustainable by getting Green Business Certified! The City of Sonoma and the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring a free webinar on how to become a Sonoma County Green Certified Business. The free webinar will be presented by Sonoma County’s Energy and Sustainability Division. You will learn … Continued
