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November 2024

News and Updates

In case you missed our Thank You Email, The Party for A Cooler Planet was a big success! We appreciate everyone who was part of the heartfelt event.

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Graduate Corner

Next Grad Group:

Tuesday, Nov 19 at 6:30pm

Subject: Water Conservation

Guest: Carrie Pollard, Water Efficiency Manager, Marin Water

Calling RN Grads! Our next Grad Group meeting is coming up on Tuesday, November 19. Just in time for the rainy season, come join us to learn how to make the most efficient use of our water supply.

Resilient Neighborhoods in the Community

Celebrate National Recycling Day

Date: Wednesday, November 13

Time: 12:30 -1:40 pm

Venue: College of Marin, AC Quad, Kentfield Campus.

Join the College of Marin's Environmental Action Club for a fun-filled event! Enjoy free food and the opportunity to win reusable items in their raffle. There will be games for all ages that are both entertaining and educational. Don’t miss the clothing swap and the opportunity to responsibly dispose of your old electronics at their small electronics E-Waste Collection Drive! RN graduate Reva Siu-Masset of the Next Gen Marin team is one of the organizers!

We hope to see you there! For any questions, please contact eaccom.marin@gmail.com.

News from Our Partners

Did you know that there are millions of environmentalists who don’t vote? Join Elders Promote the Vote – this initiative has proven to be effective!

In the 2020 nationwide elections, over 8 million identifiable environmentalists did not vote. This indicates that the key to achieving effective environmental policies may depend more on getting current environmentalists to participate in the electoral process than on changing people's views.

Elders Climate Action partners with Environmental Voter Project and Elders for Sound Democracy to motivate millions of underrepresented voters to vote and have their votes counted. Although it's too late to send postcards, there are still many opportunities to engage in virtual phone banking.

Sign Up for Virtual Phone Banking Here



Sustainable Marin

Missed the Marin Green Home Tour?

Watch the Recording!



Marin Sustainability Team

Solar & Battery Storage Webinar

Date: Wednesday, November 13

Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Speaker: Sean Armstrong / Redwood Energy

If you’ve been thinking about adding solar and/or a home battery backup system to your home, join the Marin Sustainability Team for this free County-sponsored informational webinar.

You'll learn the basics of how solar photovoltaic panels work, the different types of battery backup and how they compare to traditional gas generators, the economics of installing these systems on your home, how to talk to potential contractors, and more!

Redwood Bikeshare - Now Rolling in Marin and Sonoma

You may have noticed e-bikes appearing along the SMART corridor. Redwood Bikeshare is an exciting new way to get around Marin and Sonoma counties!

The Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) and the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) have partnered with Drop Mobility to launch a pilot bikeshare program along the SMART corridor. Whether you're running errands, visiting town, or enjoying a recreational ride, you can now explore Marin and Sonoma counties with Redwood Bikeshare!

The bikeshare system is currently being installed as permits are finalized and equipment is delivered. The overall system will feature a fleet of 300 e-bikes across approximately 60 hubs in both counties.

For more details, visit the Redwood Bikeshare webpage for details and download the app! The app shows which bike hubs are ready for riding.

Ride & Drive Clean Marin's

Pre-Owned EV Campaign

through Wednesday, November 20!

There are lots of pre-owned EV's on the market now! Ride & Drive Clean Marin's partner, eMotion Autos will help you find the perfect pre-owned EV that suits your lifestyle and budget. They work with you to identify the right vehicle at the right price and deliver it directly to you at or below the agreed-upon price. They also ensure that you receive any available incentives and handle the DMV paperwork. All typically within 3-4 weeks. >>Learn More

Community Event Calendar

Wednesday, November 6 | 12:00 - 12:30pm. Electrical Panel- How to Avoid a Panel Upgrade Electrify Now. Electrifying on a 100-amp panel means making some smart choices about energy-efficient appliances and circuit-sharing devices, but it can save you thousands of dollars and lots of time. Learn about the pros and cons of a panel upgrade, and what kind of upfront planning is required to electrify using your existing 100-amp panel. 

Thursday, November 7 | 5:00 - 6:00pm. Bay Area Sunshares. Ride and Drive Clean is partnering with Bay Area SunShares to make your home more eco-friendly and energy-efficient. Get connected with Bay Area SunShares pre-vetted installers for a limited-time discount on home solar and battery storage.

Saturday, November 9 | 2:00 - 3:00pm. Climate Change and The Gardener Part 2- Adaptation Marin Master Gardeners. Venue: Larkspur Library. Climate change is impacting Marin gardens and gardeners. Come and learn about best practices we can employ to adapt our gardens to our changing local climate.

Wednesday, November 13 | 12:30 - 1:40pm. Celebrate National Recycling Day with College of Marin's Environmental Action Club. AC Quad, Kentfield Campus. Join the Environmental Action Club for a fun-filled event featuring free food and a chance to win reusable items in a raffle! Enjoy games for all ages that are both entertaining and educational. Don’t miss the clothing swap and the chance to responsibly dispose of your old electronics at our small E-Waste Collection Drive!

Saturday, November 16 | 9am - 12pm. Marin Water- Habitat Restoration. Marin Water and One Tam are offering a special event series that begins with a morning of habitat restoration, followed by an afternoon nature walk at 1:00 pm. Help improve the oak woodland and grassland habitat near Bon Tempe Lake by removing invasive French broom. Meet at Lake Lagunitas Parking Lot. Registration is encouraged but not required.

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