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Exciting News from Acterra! |
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Acterra is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Sustainable Silicon Valley (SSV) effective July 1, 2024! This strategic move marks a major milestone in the journey of two powerhouse organizations dedicated to climate action and environmental sustainability, resulting in Acterra growing its impact in the Bay Area. “Welcoming SSV into the Acterra ecosystem enhances our reach and deepens our expertise in critical areas such as water resources, air pollution, sustainable transportation, and environmental policy,” says Lauren Weston, Executive Director at Acterra. “Together, we’re poised to tackle the pressing environmental challenges facing our communities.” During the transition, Acterra will be shepherding the ongoing programs and services for water, air quality, and sustainable living that SSV supporters and stakeholders value. Existing programs and initiatives will continue with a renewed focus on innovation and collaboration to address emerging challenges. For more information, read our press release. |
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Acterra is Hiring for Two Positions! |
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We're thrilled to announce a new open position for the Director of Development and Communications! In this pivotal role, you'll lead our efforts in fundraising, strategic communications, and marketing to support our mission of environmental sustainability and equity. You'll oversee major gift programs, foundation support, and innovative campaigns that drive our annual operating budget as well as collaborating closely with our Executive Director, Board, and Program Teams to expand our impact. If you're passionate about sustainability, equity, and creating lasting impact through strategic initiatives, we invite you to visit our website to learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply today! |
| We're on the lookout for a passionate Beneficial Electrification Associate to drive our clean energy initiatives forward. This full-time position reports to the Beneficial Electrification Manager and supports Acterra by managing the Green@Home workshops, Electric Home Tour, Induction Cooking, and our KarlKnapp GoEV programming, as well as supporting the development program. This position is specifically rooted in making an educational, fun, and easy-to-understand program for the community while being people-facing.
Ready to make a meaningful impact on climate change? Visit our website to learn more about the position and to apply today! |
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| Acterra is excited to welcome our new summer interns!
We're thrilled to have them join our team, bringing fresh energy and passion to our mission. This summer, they'll be diving into exciting projects focused on advocating for and promoting sustainability. Curious to know more about them? Visit our website and read more about our team!
Join us in giving them a warm welcome and stay tuned for the amazing impact they'll make!
Say hello to our newest members: - Alexandra Steiber
- Carson Middleton
- Caroline Yuan
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We're diving deep into the pressing issue of food waste and how we can all make a difference. Did you know that a third of the food produced in the US gets wasted? Not only is this a huge waste of resources, but it also contributes significantly to methane emissions, impacting our planet's health.
In our latest blog, we explore: - The challenges and solutions for composting and waste processing
- Tips for understanding what's truly compostable
- Practical steps we can all take to reduce food waste at home and in our communities
- The importance of educational campaigns
Read the full blog post for more details and tips. |
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| You could be eligible for up to $1,000 to purchase or lease an e-bike!
Peninsula Clean Energy is offering the incentive to income-qualified residents in San Mateo County and the City of Los Banos. Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
Find out if you’re eligible and apply today!
Learn more here. |
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Acterra's You(th) Be the Change (YBtC) Program |
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| Are you a middle school educator looking for a comprehensive, free climate change curriculum? Look no further! Acterra’s YBtC Program is designed to inspire students to understand climate science and take meaningful action both locally and globally.
With the new law emphasizing climate change education in California, there’s an urgent need for quality resources. Our curriculum is positioned to meet these requirements, covering the causes and effects of climate change, and methods to mitigate and adapt to its impacts. It is available in both English and Spanish.
Our curriculum aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and engages students with scientific inquiry and engineering design through hands-on learning, analyzing graphs and data, and practicing argumentation.
Learn more and download the curriculum today! |
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| Garden to Plate: A Plant-Based Cooking Demo |
Join Acterra's Crystal Hernandez & Remy Rinn to discover the incredible benefits of a plant-based diet and dive into the world of nutrient-packed, delicious food. Learn about the positive impact a plant-based diet can have on your health and the environment and get involved in making a vegan recipe! After the workshop, help beautify the community gardens with a fun volunteer day. Meet your neighbors while learning new skills and helping to create a beautiful place! No gardening experience is necessary. |
July 13, 10 AM – 1 PM 6th St Greenway Community Garden, Richmond |
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State Updates We’ve been watching progress on a referendum to repeal SB 1137, an existing law barring oil wells from being sited too close to schools, hospitals and other community centers. The referendum campaign had already received hundreds of millions of dollars in oil industry support, but in late June, the unpopular referendum was suddenly pulled — a big cause for celebration for environmental groups and public health advocates. Read more More good news to share: Full funding for the California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP), an umbrella for Market Match, was included in the final California state budget after a coalition of organizations including Acterra activated the delivery of more than 1,150 letters of support to the Governor and Legislators. Preserving nutrition incentives is key to reducing food insecurity for families and also benefits local farmers. Thank you to everyone who supported this effort. Some of the important climate-related bills that are still alive in the legislature include SB 1374, which reduces barriers to rooftop solar for schools and multifamily housing; SB 1221, which pilots the creation of gas-free neighborhood decarbonization zones; and ACA 16, a constitutional amendment enshrining the right to a . As developments take place we will keep you posted on these. EV Charging for All Coalition & CALGreen Updates Thank you to everyone who sent comments regarding CALGreen (the state green building code) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) / California Building Standards Commission via Acterra’s tool. Together we were able to collectively send more than 80 public comments supporting EV charging equity before the July 1 deadline. Though the triennial code adoption cycle will soon wind down, we will be looking ahead in coming months to the “intervening code cycle” where we can propose new changes to building code. |
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Endorsed Events and Job Opportunities The City of Campbell is currently developing its first Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) to set specific targets that align with statewide emissions reduction goals and help Campbell achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. The City is dedicated to creating a planning process that is welcoming, equitable, and focused on the needs of all community members and welcomes community input to shape a CAAP that reflects Campbell's diverse community. English Survey. Spanish Survey. Want to get involved in climate action but unsure where to start? Join thousands of San José residents in the fight against climate change and participate in the City of San José’s Climate Smart Summer Challenge! It’s a fun and easy way to track the steps you’re taking to reduce your carbon footprint and includes a range of actions, helpful tips and resources for you to track your financial savings and carbon emission reductions. Winners are eligible for special recognition and prizes! The Challenge will span from July to September. Sign up here. The California Native Garden Foundation is hosting the first of many fundraiser dinners at ELSEE, their beautiful teaching garden in the Shasta Hanchett neighborhood. Join them for a farmhouse-to-table dining experience! Each of their upcoming fundraising dinners will be unique, as they will be based on which plants they are harvesting at ELSEE, Hester Farm, and the Urban Growers Networks (UGN) partners’ farms. July 13 from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM at 76 Race St San Jose. Link. Join a Recology Public Tour to find out what happens to your trash, recycling, and compost and become an expert on why Recology sorts and how to do it properly. On this tour, you will learn bout Recology and the programs offered in San Francisco, how to properly sort items with their three-bin system, why reducing, reusing, recycling, and composting are more than just buzzwords and wow you can make a difference every day to conserve natural resources, save money, and contribute to a healthier planet. August 14 from 9:30 AM – 12 PM at the John A. Legnitto Environmental Learning Center. Link. |
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