Green Santa Clarita

When art and environmental awareness meet! Artist Von Wong captured this piece to bring awareness of plastic pollution in the ocean. If we all reduce our single-use plastic consumption we can make a HUGE difference. Check out some of his other work at 450years.com. #reduce #reuse #recycle #plasticpollution #VonWong

LIVE: Don't Forget to Pledge for Bike to Work Day Beginning May 10 For more information: GreenSantaClarita.com

SAVE THE DATE! A tire collection event is coming up on Saturday, June 5, 2021. More information to follow!

It's International Compost Awareness Week! Put food scraps to better use and grow, eat, compost, repeat! #ICAW2021

First it's the Bike to Work Challenge May 10-14, then the Hit the Trail Community Bike Ride on Saturday, May 15. Get your bikes ready people...we want to see you out on the bike trails and paths! #BikeMonth #BikeSantaClarita #BiketoWork #AirQuality #NoPolluteCommute #FamilyFun https://bikesantaclarita.com/files/2021/04/HTT_02.pdf

Are you operating a business in California that generates food waste or landscape waste? Remember that you are required to have an organics waste diversion program (donation, haul back, recycling, etc) in order to be in compliance with Assembly Bill 1826. Find more information here: https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/recycle/commercial/organics Santa Clarita businesses: feel free to call us if you have any questions. (661) 286-4098

SAMMY CLARITA HAS BEEN SPOTTED at David March Park. Use your best detective skills to find Recycle Hero Sammy and don’t forget to post a selfie using the hashtag #RecycleHeroSC if you find him!

When you are done with your pumpkins, they can make a great addition to your backyard compost #NationalPumpkinDay

Although #NationalGreasyFoodDay could be a reason to celebrate, just remember greasy pizza boxes don't go in the recycle bin. Clean pizza boxes do though! #RecycleHeroSC

Looking for one, easy way to reduce single-use plastics? Reusable produce bags are a great way to cut flimsy plastic waste! #reducewaste #reuse #RecycleHeroSC

In this year's slurry seal project on city streets, we are using Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP) as an alternative to the typical virgin aggregate that is sourced from quarries. This is a much more sustainable solution that lasts just as long and looks great!

If you have recently purchased a new appliance, or have plans to before December 31, 2020, you may be eligible for a rebate with an extra 50%! Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) offers rebates on specific ENERGY STAR certified and energy-efficient natural gas appliances. The process is really easy...just click below to see if your purchase qualifies!

Bet you have some toilet paper rolls laying around. How about empty water or milk jugs? Check out these super cool Halloween DIY decorations you can make from these common recyclable items and more! Toilet paper roll bats - love it!

Students in grades 6-12, register now for the Green STEM Summit. It's a great opportunity to learn more about STEM careers from the comfort of your computer. http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event

Leaving your car to idle at a red light makes sense, however are you idling while waiting outside the library or a store for your curbside pick up? It is best to turn off the engine to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and it could also save additional wear on your engine! Visit http://greensantaclarita.com/residents/climate-change/ for more information on actions you can take to minimize vehicle emissions.

Save the date for the 6th Annual Green STEM Summit being held virtually this year! The event is on Saturday, October 24, open to all 6-12 graders interested in learning more about STEM careers, and it's FREE! Stay tuned for registration information or contact those listed in the flyer below.