What we’re about
Are you concerned about San Diego's environmental Issues? Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
You know something needs to be done but you don't know where to start and meet like minded individuals.
This group is organized to share ideas and events organized in the San Diego County area.
Please feel free to...
- Add questions/ideas to the message board and lets start a discussion.
- Share and promote any ideas for an event or know of an event in San Diego
- Share an idea to poll the members or documents to share
Purpose of this meetup:
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To educate members and the community about issues facing San Diego's environment,
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To share and organize local events that positively impact and protect nature.
So, why not? Do something extraordinary! Come and join this group and take part in some events that you are passionate about.
If you would like to help moderate this group, please let me know (Laura). Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
"We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children" (Ancient Indian Proverb)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How to Electrify Your HomeLink visible for attendees
#### A fun show offering affordable tips to electrify your home!
The San Diego Building Electrification Coalition (SDBEC) is partnering with The [Climate Reality Project Orange County & South Central Coast](Climate Reality Project Orange County & South Central Coast) to bring you another in a series of webinars on How to Electrify Your Home, hosted by expert Sean Armstrong.
We have teamed up with Sean Armstrong of Redwood Energy, so we can all learn more about how affordable and doable it is to electrify your home.
We will share “how to” case studies*****, electrification tips, rebate info and answer to your questions on how to get started. Bring your own questions to the call so we can all learn from each other... and Sean!
*At this event we will be discussing a Solana Beach townhome owned by one of our SDBEC members – how it’s gone so far and plans for the future.
Sean Armstrong is the host of The Ask Sean Show and is a Clean Energy Champion, Clean Energy Hall of Fame, Innovation Award from the Department of Energy-2020.
There will be time for questions about your home. There is no cost for this online event but please register in advance.
- Public Tools for a Zero Carbon FutureLink visible for attendees
North County Climate Change Alliance :Our Changing Climate Speaker Series*
Public Tools for a Zero Carbon Future
Please join us to hear from our special guest, Corinna Contreras, Transportation Public Policy Advocate for the Climate Action Campaign. She will speak about government initiatives that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and how the public can use these developing initiatives to learn about and advocate for real climate change solutions. We will review the county’s Regional Decarbonization Framework and other regional efforts that are currently occurring in the public domain.
There is no charge for this online presentation but please register in advance. There will be time for Q&A.
*The Our Changing Climate speaker series is held throughout the year. They are free and online and cover a variety of environmental topics, including the causes and consequences of anthropogenic climate change and possible solutions. For more information, please contact Marian at marian@ncccalliance.org,
- Guided River Walk with the CEOTown and Country San Diego, San Diego, CA
To kick off San Diego River Days, The San Diego River Park Foundation’s CEO, Rob Hutsel, (who is also one of the organization’s founders) invites you to join him for a guided walk of the River Trail in Mission Valley. Learn about the history of this area, the ecological value, and the future of new parks and trail segments coming soon from the person in the know!
This is an excellent chance to get a glimpse of the River Park Foundation’s trail advocacy efforts. You may even be inspired to become a trail advocate! This walk will be at a leisurely pace, stopping for occasional discussion, for approximately 2.3 miles on a paved path, traveling from Fashion Valley Road to Mission Center Road and back. Strollers are welcome! Leashed, well-mannered dogs are also welcome.
Additional Notes:
This walk is part of a series of events being hosted at this site on May 11, including:- Habitat restoration: 9:30 am-noon
- Kayak clean-up: 10 am-noon
- Midday guided walk: 10:30 am-noon
What to bring on the walk:
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are recommended.
- Please bring your reusable water bottle
- And don’t forget to bring your questions about the San Diego River Trail!
Location: Along the San Diego River!
Town and Country River Park
Fashion Valley Rd & Riverwalk Dr
San Diego, CA 92108 United StatesHosted by:
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