Posts by Kate Kesner
Let’s Talk About Organics Recycling
Solana Center is proud to work with a majority of jurisdictions in the San Diego region to help with organics green bin distribution and provide education on what goes where as both residents and businesses begin participating in this important program spurred by SB 1383 legislation. At the start of summer 2021, EDCO distributed kitchen…
Read MoreSpring Quarterly Newsletter – 2023
Dear Solana Center Supporter, Spring is arriving in San Diego County. As grunions rush our beaches and the Carlsbad Flower Fields bloom in vivid bursts of color, as gray whales skirt our coast on their migratory path and honeybee colonies search for new places to call home, we honor the privileges and responsibilities we carry…
Read MoreFrom the Rotline: Aerobic Composting and Anaerobic Digestion – What’s the Difference?
This was an inquiry to our community Rotline, a hotline where community members may ask composting and waste questions and receive step-by-step answers from one of our expert staff members. Rotline Question: What is the temperature range for a compost pile that has gone anaerobic? Answer: Anaerobic digestion can occur at two temperature ranges: between…
Read MoreWhat Kind of Volunteer Are You?
Take this quiz to see what role(s) you often serve as a volunteer! 1. On a volunteer shift, where are you most likely to be found? Doing the tasks necessary to keep the organization going, even if they’re less fun. Taking a look at how the organization or event works and finding ways to improve…
Read MoreGreen New Year’s Resolutions
Want to develop more sustainable habits? Below are a few green resolutions to consider. 1) Implement green initiatives at your workplace or school. By leading workplace or school sustainability efforts, you will impact an entire community’s habits and emissions. Consider implementing a standard or e-waste recycling program, working with your organization to reduce the amount of…
Read MoreWinter Quarterly Newsletter – 2022
Dear Solana Center Friend, As the year winds down for the holidays, Solana Center will continue providing essential environmental education and resources to community members and businesses throughout San Diego County to support their sustainability goals. In fiscal year 2021-2022, our staff, volunteers, and community members diverted more than 337,000 pounds of organic waste from the landfill and avoided more than 204,000 pounds…
Read MoreFall Quarterly Newsletter – 2022
Solana Center supporters, As we head into fall, I can’t help but appreciate what a busy season it has been for us at Solana Center! In addition to our ongoing education and consultations for residents, businesses, and schools, we launched a new website, held an inspiring volunteer appreciation garden gathering, and have been working as an…
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