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Home, Sustainable Home
July 10, 2012
When my husband and I bought a 1922 Craftsman a year ago, we started making changes that would transform it into a sustainable home.
First we were careful about the paint we used. We chose safe, no-VOC paintt, that is, paint without volatile...
30 years of trail time with Stag Brown
July 10, 2012
On Sunday, June 3, the Hundred Peaks Section offered a special outing called the “first Sunday in June hike with Stag Brown.” The first of these special outings was conducted on June 6, 1982, so this marked the 30th anniversary of these...
Sierra Club launches new Wind Works campaign
July 9, 2012
The Sierra Club in June launched Wind Works, a new campaign to advocate for renewal of the Production Tax Credit, or PTC, for wind energy. The credit is a federal tax policy that helps level the playing field by providing the certainty the wind...
Ever heard of the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade pact?
July 9, 2012
There’s been a scuttle of congressional activity surrounding what one newspaper has said “may be one of the most important stories ever ignored by the media.”
But it’s not entirely the media’s fault. Nearly everyone...
A big water grab that won't die
July 9, 2012
ACTION
The Chapter’s Water Committee actively opposes the Cadiz Inc. water-pumping plan. To become involved in this campaign, contact Charming Evelyn at bcharmz@aol.com.
More than 30 years ago, a company called Cadiz...
Declare your independence from fossil fuels
July 3, 2012
Participating in the Solar Homes Campaign is a great way to join the clean energy revolution and support the Angeles Chapter.Find out how to switch to clean, renewable energy and save money on your electric bills. Click HERE to learn...
"Make a Splash for Water Conservation" Political Fundraiser on Sunday, August 26th.
June 22, 2012
Make a Splash
for Water Conservation
Political Fundraiser
SUNDAY, AUGUST 26, 2012
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
L.A. River Center and Gardens
570 W. Avenue 26, Los Angeles, CA 900765
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POSTPONED: Help preserve Mojave Desert water resources
June 20, 2012
Updated June 25th Please note, the Santa Margarita Water District meeting for Jun 27th has been CANCELLED. Please check back on for future efforts to help oppose this project.--------------------------------------Don't steal Mojave...
Action Needed TODAY to block legislation devastating to the environment.
June 18, 2012
UPDATED on June 19th:We just got news (great) that the CA Senate Judiciary Committee voted 3 to 2 against AB 2226 (Hueso).Thanks to all of you who faxed letters of opposition or called... and got others in the environmental community to...
Speak out about FRACKING
June 11, 2012
Speak out about FRACKING
June 13, 7 pm, California State University -Long Beach, Student Union, 1212 N. Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815
Department of Conservation representatives will give a 30 minute presentation then...