Biking, biking, biking

Save some money, the planet and get some exercise this is month. This year's Bike to Work Week is May 14-18 and Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 18. Get out on those bikes!

reduce your impact . . .

Wouldn't it be great if all manufacturer's worked at reducing their impact on the environment and provided proof of where and how there goods are made? Checkout Patagonia's interactive supplier map and ask your favorite company (via email or in person) to do the same. http://www.patagonia.com/us/footprint/?sssdmh=dm23.146245&src=043012_mi1 

Earth Day 2012

Just a reminder that April 22nd is Earth Day. Earth Fair is at Balboa Park from 10am to 5pm. Even if you can't visit Earth Fair, it is a great day to do something for the environment or out in the environment. http://www.earthdayweb.org/EarthFair.html

Use(d) your clothes

Buying used clothing is a great way to save money and reduce your impact on the environment. If thrift stores aren't your thing, you might be interested in Patagonia's website with some great used items that are well made with the environment in mind. http://www.patagonia.com/us/ebay/used-gear?src=040512_mt1 

Celebrate Earth Day

Coming up in a couple of weeks is Earth Day and EarthFair 2012 on Sunday, April 22 at Balboa Park from 10am - 5pm. It is a great chance to learn more about new ways to reduce your impact on the environment and find out about local events around San Diego.

http://www.earthdayweb.org/EarthFair.html 

YUM!! Seafood

For information on how to find Sustainable seafood (restaurants and retailers) in San Diego, check out this link: http://www.sdcoastkeeper.org/blog/marine-conservation/item/230-how-to-find-sustainable-seafood-in-san-diego.html

Nuclear Energy in your town

One year after the nuclear plant disaster in Japan following the tsunami and we have our own problems in San Clemente (it has been shut down since the end of January) that haven't received much attention. Nuclear energy isn't safe if it plants aren't maintained properly. If you would like to know more and take action try this link: http://www.sanclementegreen.org/