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Topic BriefsThrough our sustainable landscaping and gardening program, StopWaste has long promoted the benefits of compost as a way to reduce organic waste while creating healthy soils and saving water. Now scientists are recognizing compost as a tool to fight climate change.
News | 04/01/2019The East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) recognized StopWaste as one of four inaugural WaterSmart Partners at a ceremony on March 12, 2019. StopWaste previously received WaterSmart designation in 2011 for on-site water-saving practices.
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ReScape California Speaker Series in partnership with East Bay Municipal Utility District
Date: Thursday, April 11, 2019
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: EBMUD headquarters, 375 11th St., Oakland
Cost: $25 for ReScape CA members, $35 for nonmembers
CEUs: Event qualifies for 2 ReScape CEUs. APLD CEUs also available. 
Topic BriefsMilk cartons, one of the most common items in our kitchens, are shining a light on the complexity of modern packaging materials and how the ideals of recycling don’t always match the realities.
- News | 03/25/2019
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News | 03/18/2019Recently, some international headlines have proclaimed we're approaching an "end to recycling." While the recycling landscape has changed nationally due to China’s decision last year to stop importing some mixed plastics and mixed paper, it is far from dead, especially in Alameda County and the Bay Area.
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The Alameda County Waste Reduction and Recycling Initiative (Measure D), levies a surcharge on solid waste landfilled in unincorporated Alameda County. Fifty percent of Recycling Fund revenues are disbursed to cities and sanitary districts that meet criteria contained in the law.
Topic BriefsStopWaste’s member agencies are working towards achieving significant reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 and beyond. Through their climate action plans, local governments are increasingly addressing the upstream emissions from the production of goods used locally but produced elsewhere.
News | 02/21/2019Landscape pros: Attend this free event to learn practical solutions to California's most pressing water issues.