News & Updates

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New High Usage Charge Rolled Out

Dec 20 2017

Did you know that a state-mandated High Usage Charge went into effect on November 1, 2017?  This charge applies to electricity use that is more than four times the amount of Baseline Allowance. Our partner, SDG&E has provided important information about these changes.  Dig in and understand your options! How Much Is It? The High...
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Winter 2017 Newsletter

Dec 18 2017

Happy Holidays from Solana Center!

Solana Center staff in garden wearing blue aprons

Contract Manager

Dec 14 2017

Join our award-winning organization to lead change for grassroots environmental action. Our dedicated team, through outreach and education initiatives, serves as a critical community resource for San Diego County on issues and practices surrounding soil, water, and zero waste. Solana Center is a non-profit organization and has worked...
Tumbler composter at the Encinitas Master Composter Course

How Do Compost Tumblers Work?

Nov 24 2017

Tumblers are composting bins that are manually flipped, spun, rolled or crank-turned for aeration, depending on the style. These bins do not require turning with a pitchfork or auger, instead, the entire compost bin is turned for aeration. There are several variations on this theme. Below is a spinning tumbler that is subsidized by the...
Solana Center staff in garden wearing blue aprons

Marketing & Development Manager

Nov 22 2017

Join our award-winning organization to lead change for grassroots environmental action. Our dedicated team, through outreach and education initiatives, serves as a critical community resource for San Diego County on issues and practices surrounding soil, water, and zero waste. Solana Center is a non-profit organization and has worked...

Holiday Hours & Green Gifts

Nov 22 2017

We will be closed Thursday, Nov 23 in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will REOPEN on Saturday, Nov 25 from 8AM-12PM. Celebrate #ShopSmall and stop by for a GREEN GIFT this holiday. We are your local source for worm bins, composting supplies, rain barrels, and more! See the items we sell out of our Encinitas location.
Solana Center's e-waste collection

Solana Center Expands E-Waste Recycling Program

Nov 18 2017

Solana Center makes it easy to recycle your e-waste! We're excited to announce that we are expanding our e-waste collection for North County residents and businesses. Free E-Waste Collection We offer FREE e-waste collection at Solana Center at our main office, located at 137 N. El Camino Real in Encinitas on Tuesdays and Thursdays from...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Melanie Schwab

Nov 17 2017

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Fruit FlyTrap on the Windowsill Photo by Vanessa-Greaves

Rotline Question: Shoo Fly, Don’t Bother Me!

Nov 16 2017

Question: I love my new Solana Center composting kitchen caddy, but I’ve recently noticed an intruder that’s even more excited about my kitchen caddy than I am: fruit flies! The flies swarm around my caddy, especially when I open it to add scraps to my caddy. I’m worried that they’re reproducing and will become a greater nuisance than...
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SDG&E Offers Renewable Energy for Residents

Nov 13 2017

You don't have to own your home to go solar! Our partners, SDG&E now offer a renewable energy option for those who rent or don’t have the ability to adopt solar due to costs or the inability to put panels on their rooftop. SDG&E’s EcoChoice program gives customers the option to purchase up to 100% clean, renewable energy. With...

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