Category Archives: GREEN Articles

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Bird Friendly Coffee

BEFORE you reach for that steaming, delicious CUP OF COFFEE in the morning, you may want to check the label to make sure it’s certified bird friendly! •What are the environmental standards? •What are the labor standards? •What’s the downside?

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Bird Friendly Coffee

BEFORE you reach for that steaming, delicious CUP OF COFFEE in the morning, you may want to check the label to make sure it’s certified bird friendly! •What are the environmental standards? •What are the labor standards? •What’s the downside?

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Only Rain Down the Drain

Beach season is getting into high gear.  Ever wonder why you might see a beach closure sign after it rains?  That’s because of stormwater pollution caused by urban runoff.  That’s why when it comes to preventing stormwater pollution, the City

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Only Rain Down the Drain

Beach season is getting into high gear.  Ever wonder why you might see a beach closure sign after it rains?  That’s because of stormwater pollution caused by urban runoff.  That’s why when it comes to preventing stormwater pollution, the City

Inside at Alexander's Restaurant at the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort

Green Business Profile: Alexander’s Restaurant at Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort

Alexander’s Restaurant, located off the main lobby of the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort and surrounded by beautiful views of the Ventura Harbor, has been a favorite dining spot for hotel guests, visitors to Ventura, and locals, since

Inside at Alexander's Restaurant at the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort

Green Business Profile: Alexander’s Restaurant at Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort

Alexander’s Restaurant, located off the main lobby of the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort and surrounded by beautiful views of the Ventura Harbor, has been a favorite dining spot for hotel guests, visitors to Ventura, and locals, since

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Livin’ Red, White, Blue and GREEN for July 4

Everyone loves the 4th of July celebrations.  They conjure up images of barbecues, pool parties, family and friend gatherings and fireworks.  This holiday, let’s celebrate the day, our country and our earth —by living red, white, blue and green! Here

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Livin’ Red, White, Blue and GREEN for July 4

Everyone loves the 4th of July celebrations.  They conjure up images of barbecues, pool parties, family and friend gatherings and fireworks.  This holiday, let’s celebrate the day, our country and our earth —by living red, white, blue and green! Here

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Read Sustainable Ventura’s May 2013 Newsletter

Read the Sustainable Ventura May 2013 Newsletter from the City of Ventura’s Environmental Sustainability Department! EP Foster Elementary School’s NEW Reduce and Recycling Carton Program Green Business Profile:  71 Palm Restaurant Livin’ Green:  Spring WaterSense For Your Lawn and Garden

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Read Sustainable Ventura’s May 2013 Newsletter

Read the Sustainable Ventura May 2013 Newsletter from the City of Ventura’s Environmental Sustainability Department! EP Foster Elementary School’s NEW Reduce and Recycling Carton Program Green Business Profile:  71 Palm Restaurant Livin’ Green:  Spring WaterSense For Your Lawn and Garden

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Green Business Profile: 71 Palm Restaurant – Country French American Cuisine in the Heart of Downtown Ventura

By Maryann Ridini Spencer “Opening ’71 Palm’ was not only a dream of mine, it was, and still is my passion” exclaimed Chef Didier Poirer, Chef and Owner of 71 Palm restaurant, which serves up elegant casual dining and superb

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Green Business Profile: 71 Palm Restaurant – Country French American Cuisine in the Heart of Downtown Ventura

By Maryann Ridini Spencer “Opening ’71 Palm’ was not only a dream of mine, it was, and still is my passion” exclaimed Chef Didier Poirer, Chef and Owner of 71 Palm restaurant, which serves up elegant casual dining and superb

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Revamped public education campaign spurs watershed awareness in Southern California

The Ventura (Calif.) Countywide Stormwater Quality Management Program has transformed the way residents understand stormwater management and watershed protection by relaunching a new website and reinventing the face of its public education campaign. City of Ventura Environmental Specialist Courtney Lindberg

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Revamped public education campaign spurs watershed awareness in Southern California

The Ventura (Calif.) Countywide Stormwater Quality Management Program has transformed the way residents understand stormwater management and watershed protection by relaunching a new website and reinventing the face of its public education campaign. City of Ventura Environmental Specialist Courtney Lindberg

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EPA Green Tip: Save Money and the Environment by Maintaining and Repairing Durable Products

According to the EPA, proper appliance maintenance reduces waste! It’s important to keep your appliances in good working order and follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for operation and maintenance. Shop for products with high consumer satisfaction and fewer breakdowns. If kept

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EPA Green Tip: Save Money and the Environment by Maintaining and Repairing Durable Products

According to the EPA, proper appliance maintenance reduces waste! It’s important to keep your appliances in good working order and follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for operation and maintenance. Shop for products with high consumer satisfaction and fewer breakdowns. If kept

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Did You Know? Why it’s important to keep plastic out of the Ocean!

  World-wide, 75 marine bird species are known to eat plastic articles. This includes 36 species found off South Africa. A recent study of blue petrel chicks at South Africa’s remote Marion Island showed that 90% of chicks examined had

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Did You Know? Why it’s important to keep plastic out of the Ocean!

  World-wide, 75 marine bird species are known to eat plastic articles. This includes 36 species found off South Africa. A recent study of blue petrel chicks at South Africa’s remote Marion Island showed that 90% of chicks examined had

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Livin’ Green in Ventura – 9 Everyday Tips

Every person can make a difference in the health and sustainability of our community.  If everyone does their part, just a little everyday,  imagine what an impact this would have on a global scale!  Here are 10 simple tips that

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Livin’ Green in Ventura – 9 Everyday Tips

Every person can make a difference in the health and sustainability of our community.  If everyone does their part, just a little everyday,  imagine what an impact this would have on a global scale!  Here are 10 simple tips that