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Safely dispose of your household hazardous waste, keep your home toxic free! Collect all your household hazardous waste and bring it to our event to dispose of it safely and for free in East Oakland on Sunday, June 29, 2025. To secure your spot, please make an appointment using the form below. The event address… Read more »

Safely dispose of your household hazardous waste, keep your home toxic free! Collect all your household hazardous waste and bring it to our event to dispose of it safely and for free in Albany on Sunday, June 15, 2025. To secure your spot, please make an appointment using the form below. The event address will… Read more »

​ This presentation will explore the importance of integrating native tree species into the “urban forest,” including street trees, park trees, city landscapes, and home gardens. Led by Elizabeth Lanham, Consulting Arborist, the talk will highlight the ecological and aesthetic benefits of using native species, while addressing the practical considerations necessary to create a resilient… Read more »

With rising grocery prices, increasing uncertainty in our food supply, and the growing impacts of climate change, now is the time to take a hopeful, empowering step: learn the ancient and essential skill of saving seeds. Do you rely on nurseries or seed catalogs for your garden? What happens when those sources dry up—or no… Read more »

Explore East Bay climate-friendly homes and hear firsthand experiences from your neighbors. Connect with resources to make your home more comfortable, resilient, and healthy!     Tour homes featuring heat pumps, induction cooktops, solar panels, green building materials, water wise gardens, and more Get expert insights on rebates, incentives, contractors, and the electrification process Connect… Read more »