Master Gardeners are trained by UC Cooperative Extension to help residents with gardening questions. Call the plant doctor hotline at 510-639-1371 or try acmg.ucdavis.edu. More...

The climate in the Bay Area makes this an excellent place to be a gardener. With so many options for native and Mediterranean plants, it’s easy to create a beautiful plot that is thriving and diverse. Through proper planning you can grow climate- appropriate plants ranging from Lavender to California fuchsia. Gardening for local conditions helps protect the Bay and conserves resources. More...

If you can’t install a renewable energy system yourself, you can purchase renewable energy certificates from companies such as 3 Phases, which will send you information quantifying your impact and a sticker reading “Powered by Renewable Energy” to encourage others. Your contribution will be used to purchase wind, solar, or other renewable energy to reduce future emissions. More...

Our state is known for the number of sunny days we enjoy, and now we’re also known for leading the way in solar power. The California Solar Initiative (CSI) has dedicated $2.1 billion in solar incentives for residential homes, making it easy and cost efficient for you to install solar panels. Still need convincing? See how much CO2 your home creates at carboncounter.org. If you think sunny days are wonderful now, imagine if the rays were also generating power for your home or heating your water. More...

Your airline miles may be your largest climate impact, so until biofuel-powered planes take flight, offset your miles at carboncounter.org. More...

When it comes to water waste, the toilet and clothes washer are the largest water hogs. More...

How many Californians does it take to screw in an energy efficient light bulb? The answer is just one, and the results are big. 

An estimated 23% of landfill debris comes from construction sites, so remember to not only reduce your waste, but also post your own leftover materials on the swap forums for someone else to utilize or donate to one of the following stores. More...

Green building is the convergence of three goals: conserving natural resources, saving energy and improving indoor air quality. Whether you are building a new home or remodeling, there are myriad ways to go green, increase your comfort and lower your bills. For inspiration, learn the impact of your home energy use by calculating your CO2emissions at carboncounter.org. More...