News & Updates

Solana Center volunteer painting

Volunteer Spotlight - Lucas Kurlan

May 28 2018

What is your background in sustainability?
Rat in garden

Easy Ways to Rat-Proof Your Compost Bin

May 28 2018

A common misconception and one we are often asked about is whether composting will attract rats.  Rats are quite prevalent in San Diego, particularly roof (or tree) rats.  Palm tree and other dense vegetation (bougainvillea, honeysuckle) provide ideal habitats. Food is often supplied from fruit trees, vegetable gardens, and bird feeders...
Discarded food

Methane Limiting Legislation Brings Change

May 28 2018

It is a very exciting time for those of us concerned with food waste! For over 20 years, Solana Center has been promoting various ways to divert organic material from ending up in our landfills.
Toast To Compost Golden Trowel Award Winnger

Toast to Compost Event Celebrates Solana Center Volunteers

May 23 2018

Our annual volunteer appreciation event, Toast to Compost, was held at the Infield Farm of the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Over 50 guests, volunteers and staff members gathered in our new outdoor classroom in front of Solana Center's Eco Container to celebrate all the hard work and amazing dedication our volunteers have given this year.
Green Living Tour of Solana Center

Upcoming Events - May & June 2018

May 15 2018

Green Living Tour of Solana Center This year marks our 35th anniversary of serving the San Diego community! Join us at our home base in Encinitas as we walk you through easy, earth-friendly solutions to address issues around water, waste, and soil health that can be incorporated into your life and home. At our FREE Green Living Tour,...
Solana Center Volunteers at the San Diego County Fair

Three Ways to Celebrate Earth Day!

Apr 15 2018

1. Attend EarthFair Featuring more than 300 exhibitors, special theme areas, a Food Pavilion, a special Children's Activity Area, four entertainment venues, the Children’s Earth Parade, the eARTh Gallery arts and crafts show, and the Cleaner Car Concourse, EarthFair in Balboa Park is the largest free annual environmental fair in the...
smiling volunteers in Solana Center aprons at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Infield Farm

Spring 2018 Newsletter

Mar 23 2018

Celebrate Spring with Solana Center!

Solana Center staff distribute rain barrels at a rain barrel pick up event.

Solana Center, County Team Up to Offer Discounted Rain Barrels

Mar 22 2018

Solana Center for Environmental Innovation and the County of San Diego have teamed up to offer discounted rain barrels to encourage rainwater harvesting.  Don't miss this opportunity to pay $55 per rain barrel (after rebate) on up to 2 rain barrels per household.  By using rain barrels, San Diegans will conserve water, reduce runoff...
Volunteer, Jill Giraud at our Toast to Compost volunteer recognition event

Volunteer Spotlight - Jill Giraud

Mar 7 2018

Solana Center volunteer, Jill Giraud shares how she got involved with Solana Center and why she generously donates her time. How did you find Solana Center and why do you volunteer with us?  I have been on Solana Center’s mailing list for years, and have bought composters and rain barrels here. I read about all the advertised compost...
Figeater Beetle

Figeater Beetle Grubs in Your Compost?

Mar 6 2018

Rotline Question: I found these GIANT two-inch grubs in my compost.  My neighbor said they are the Japanese beetle.  Should I be concerned?

Pages