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August Climate Solutions Hub Volunteer: Thursdays and Saturdays

Aug 01, 2025—Aug 30, 2025

Solana Center for Environmental Innovation 137 N El Camino Real Encinitas, CA 92024

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At Solana Center, we are on a mission to create a sustainable future by providing valuable resources and programs to our community. Join us as a volunteer to make a difference in promoting eco-conscious choices. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to assist us during our public hours, when community members are able to purchase supplies…

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Food Hacks That Prevent Waste Workshop

Aug 16, 2025 10:30AM—12:00PM

Rancho Penasquitos Branch Library - 13330 Salmon River Rd, San Diego, CA 92129

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Don’t throw your cash in the trash! An EPA report found that the cost of food waste to each U.S. consumer to be $728 per year. For a household of four, the annual cost is $2,913, with an average weekly cost of $56. Wasting food is not only bad for your wallet but harmful to…

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Workshop Volunteer: Food Hacks that Prevent Waste – San Diego (Waitlist Only)

Aug 16, 2025 9:30AM—1:00PM

Rancho Penasquitos Branch Library - 13330 Salmon River Rd, San Diego, CA 92129

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At Solana Center, we believe in the power of outreach to educate and inspire others about sustainable practices such as composting, low-water landscaping, and food waste prevention. By volunteering with us, you can play a vital role in engaging workshop attendees, demonstrating techniques, and sharing our free resources. Join our team and make a positive impact…

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SB 1383 Food Recovery Inspection Training – August 2025

Aug 20, 2025 9:00AM—1:00PM

Zoom

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Full Course Overview: Award-winning Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, in partnership with California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA) and Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), presents Food Recovery Inspection Training: California SB 1383 Compliance. Experts will present deep insights into the Edible Food Recovery aspect of California’s Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Act (SB 1383) Discounts*:…

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Master Composter Course – Japanese Friendship Garden Fall 2025

Sep 13, 2025 9:00AM—12:00PM

Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum, 2215 Pan American Road. E., San Diego, CA 92101

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Become a Master Composter! Master Composter 2025 Schedule: This class will meet Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Join us at the beautiful Japanese Friendship Garden to gain composting knowledge you can pass along to others.  The Master Composter course provides training in the art and science of composting through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on composting…

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Food Hacks that Prevent Waste – Webinar

Oct 23, 2025 6:00PM—7:00PM

Remote Zoom Webinar

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Save money and the environment this holiday season! An EPA report found that the cost of food waste to each U.S. consumer to be $728 per year. For a household of four, the annual cost is $2,913, with an average weekly cost of $56. Wasting food is not only bad for your wallet but harmful to the…

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