SAN DIEGO–The City of San Diego’s Environmental Services Department Household Hazardous Waste Program is hosting a free automotive products recycling event this Saturday at San Diego Miramar College. The from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. event provides city residents with a centrally located, convenient way to remove used motor oil, oil filters, automotive batteries and […]
Study Suggests Climate Change Limits Forest Recovery After Wildfires
(Newswise)–New University of Montana research suggests climate change makes it increasingly difficult for tree seedlings to regenerate following wildfires in low-elevation forests, which could contribute to abrupt forest loss. The study, “Wildfires and Climate Change Push Low-elevation Forests Across a Critical Climate Threshold for Tree Regeneration,” was published March 11 in the Proceedings of the National […]
County Board Of Supervisors Approve Water Testing Funding
SAN DIEGO–San Diego County’s Board of Supervisors voted Wednesday to authorize the County’s Department of Environmental Health to carry out an agreement with the state for $348,000 to help fund the County’s beach water quality program.The County’s beach water quality program protects residents and visitors year-round by testing and evaluating water conditions for harmful bacteria […]
Del Mar Ban Plastic Straws And Stirrers
DEL MAR–The Del Mar City Council voted unanimous March 4 to ban plastic straws and stirrers in the city. The ban becomes effective April 4. The new ordinance move Del Mar closer to a zero-waste city and to comply with state requirements to divert trash from landfills. Reducing solid waste and encouraging recycling also are […]
Houston, We’re Here To Help The Farmers
(Newswise)–Farmers irrigating their crops may soon be getting some help from space. In 2018, scientists launched ECOSTRESS, a new instrument now attached to the International Space Station. Its mission: to gather data on how plants use water across the world. The ECOsystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer Experiment on Space Station (ECOSTRESS) helps scientists answer three broad questions: How do plants respond to […]
San Diego Polystyrene Foam, Single Use Plastics Ordinance Takes Effect Saturday
SAN DIEGO–In an effort to create a cleaner, healthier environment and help achieve Zero Waste goals, the first provisions of the City of San Diego’s Polystyrene Foam and Single Use Plastics Ordinance go into effect Saturday, Feb. 23. The ordinance will be rolled out in phases to allow businesses and other entities time to implement […]
SDG&E’s 2019 Wildfire Mitigation Plan Builds On Past Successes To Strengthen Fire Preparedness And Safety
SAN DIEGO–As conversations about climate change and wildfires continue to be at the forefront of California policy discussions, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has developed a comprehensive 2019 Wildfire Mitigation Plan (the Plan), designed to help prevent electric equipment-related fires, improve the resiliency of the regional power grid to withstand extreme weather conditions, and […]
New Legislation Calls For Reform Of San Diego Air Pollution Control District
SAN DIEGO–California State Assemblymember Todd Gloria (D-San Diego) introduced legislation to reform the governing board of the San Diego Air Pollution Control District (APCD). The bill, AB 423, sponsored by the Environmental Health Coalition (EHC), will change the board’s membership to better represent the diversity of San Diego’s residents. “All communities deserve to breathe clean […]
Bye Bye Mattress Launches Campaign To Combat Illegal Dumping
SACRAMENTO–The Mattress Recycling Council’s (MRC) Bye Bye Mattress Program (Program) said today a campaign to proactively combat the illegal dumping of mattresses and box springs. MRC’s public service announcement promotes the use of free, responsible disposal options in California. Meanwhile, ByeByeMattress.com assists consumers with finding free mattress recycling locations and events and offers tips for […]
San Diego To Host Automotive Products Recycling Event At SDCCU Stadium
SAN DIEGO–The City of San Diego’s Environmental Services Department (ESD) Household Hazardous Waste Program is hosting a free automotive products recycling event January 26 at SDCCU Stadium. The 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. event provides San Diego residents with a centrally located, convenient way to remove used motor oil, oil filters, automotive batteries and antifreeze […]