Sustainable Fairfax

Bringing people together to support a vital environment and thriving community

Join us for the Resilient Neighborhoods Workshop Series

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Resilient Neighborhoods- Climate Action Workshops. Join Fairfax and other Marin County residents for the free, fun Resilient Neighborhoods Climate Action Workshop series. In just five online meetings you will get the support you need to reduce your carbon footprint get prepared for emergencies like wildfires and power outages. Over 1,500 people in Marin have reduced 8.6 million pounds of CO2 pollution through Resilient Neighborhoods.

Recent Testimonials:
–“The wonderful surprise was that each change I made actually improved the quality of my life as well.”- Michelle Meyers (San Rafael), December 2020
–“As someone who has been teaching environmental and energy education since 1972 and from a basic educator and climate activist’s point of view, I see so many things that make it informative, educational and manageable for folks.” – Molly Whiteley (Woodacre), March 2021
–“This is potent information presented in a format that makes action super easy. it was easy to change my ways. I’m so grateful to Tamra for having the inspiration to create this course. And it’s free. Should be a requirement for all residents.”- RN Graduate, March 2021

Go to the Resilient Neighborhoods Webpage to check out upcoming workshops!  Sign up for a Team Here

Email: RNOutreachAssociate@gmail.com with questions.

This program is endorsed by Drawdown: Marin as a climate solution.

Pictured: A prior Fairfax Resilient Neighborhoods team that met in-person (before COVID).

Community Chat — A FOOD FOCUS Because Wasted Food is a Waste! Nov 19, 7 pm

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Join us for the 2nd No Waste November Community Chats!

Thursday, November 19,  7-8 PM — A FOOD FOCUS Because Wasted Food is a Waste!

FIRST – Visit the No Waste November pages!  they are filled with information about the Pledges: 1) to Pay Attention; 2) To Reduce Food Waste (And Compost Correctly!); and 3) to Recycle Right!

          • Roughly a 3rd of the world’s food is never eaten — what can YOU do?
          • How can you store your food to prevent spoilage?
          • How can you make common foods at home (relatively easily) that are ZERO WASTE?
          • Food and other organics SHOUD NEVER EVER go into your garbage.
          • Learn tips on composting correctly and why it’s so important!

Register below so we know you’re interested, or simply cut and paste the Zoom information into your calendar.

Contact Laura to help with the effort or if you have questions – 415-866-5377

Virtual Zero Waste Holiday Fair (sponsored by Marin Sanitary)

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Join Marin Sanitary Service for our virtual Winter Zero Waste Fair!

When: Wednesday, November 18th at 7pm

Sign up: https://forms.gle/ArrihTLhLdtMk7c6A

More info: We had so much fun having you at our recycling center for a zero waste holiday fair last year, and we are excited to bring you a virtual event this year!  We will do a virtual recycling center tour, tips for a zero waste holiday season, and *exclusive* discount codes from local, sustainable vendors for you to do sustainable holiday shopping through Black Friday!

Monthly Zero Waste Committee Meetings (3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 Zoom Call)

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The Zero Waste Committee meets monthly to discuss the community’s biggest waste-related challenges, and most importantly, how we can together, develop plans of action to make a difference.  Over 50% of what goes to the landfill in Fairfax, can be recycled or composted.  We MUST do better.  Join us as we grow this committee to meet the challenges!

Please email or call for more details:  laurav@sustainablefairfax.org or 415-866-5377.  Or join the Zoom.

 

Monthly Board Meetings (Zoom @ 4-6)

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The Sustainable Fairfax Board meets at least monthly.  The beginning of the meetings typically focus on administrative issues.  Our objectives are to put together strategic implementation plans to work with the community so we can, together, help Fairfax be a leader in environmental awareness, action, and community engagement.  We are seeking new members.  Please call  or email to discuss.  Laura 415-866-5377, laurav@sustainablefairfax.org.

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