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County Offering Discounted Rain Barrels Through Solana Center

Sep 27 2018

ENCINITAS - Solana Center for Environmental Innovation (Solana Center) and the County of San Diego (County) are offering discounted rain barrels to encourage harvesting of rainwater. By using a rain barrel, San Diegans can reduce pollution from runoff, conserve water and save money on their water bill. Don't miss this opportunity to pay...
Catherine Blakespear and Jessica Toth with EMIE award

Solana Center Awarded 2018 EMIES for Food Waste Diversion Programs

Sep 27 2018

ENCINITAS—Solana Center for Environmental Innovation (Solana Center) has been recognized for the 2018 Distinguished Program, EMIES UnWasted Food Award by the San Diego Food System Alliance (Alliance) for its commitment to food waste diversion programs in San Diego County. Solana Center’s Executive Director Jessica Toth received the...
Compost Materials

Finding More Materials for your Compost Pile

Aug 23 2018

Sometimes when we want to build a compost pile, we either have a disproportionate amount of greens or browns or, don’t have enough material. What to do? Here are a few ideas to help augment your composting materials:
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Jul 3 2018

 
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Take Your Family on Our Eco Adventure at the Fair!

Jun 25 2018

There's still time to enjoy our San Diego County Fair festivities at the In-Field Farm! We're offering fun, educational, ecology-themed activities at our expanded composting booth, Eco Container, and the new Eco Adventure. Thanks to our sponsors, all activities are FREE with Fair admission. Kids can plant seeds, race worms, go on our new...
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Summer 2018 Newsletter

Jun 18 2018

Summertime at Solana Center! Methane Limiting Legislation Brings ChangeEasy Ways to Rat-proof Your Compost Bin Fun at the San Diego County Fair Green Living Tours
Jessica Toth interviewed by Oceanside Spectrum in May 2018

Executive Director Jessica Toth on Oceanside Spectrum

Jun 5 2018

Solana Center Executive Director, Jessica Toth, recently had the opportunity to chat with Elaine Swann on Oceanside Spectrum's May 2018 Edition on KOCT. See the video below.  

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Environmental Educator Reports from Brazil

May 29 2018

Environmental Educator, Larissa Amaral is a certified Master Composter and is currently getting her BA in Sustainability and minoring in Management at San Diego State University. She is currently studying abroad on the island of Florianopolis, Brazil.
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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...

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