OUR POWER, OUR PLANET

Earth Day 2026

"Planet Earth: You. Are. A. Crew" ~ NASA astronaut Christina Koch

This Earth Day 2026, the theme “Our Power, Our Planet” invites us to think a little bigger—beyond our neighborhoods, beyond our borders, and even beyond our atmosphere. As the crew of Artemis II orbited the Moon, they shared a powerful perspective: from a distance, Earth isn’t divided by cities or countries—it’s one small, fragile, interconnected home.


That view reinforces something simple but profound: we are all part of the same crew on “Spaceship Earth.” And just like any crew, we each have a role to play in keeping our ship healthy and thriving.


Whether it’s reducing waste, conserving resources, or supporting sustainable practices in our community, our everyday choices matter. This Earth Day, let’s take that astronaut ’s-eye view and remember—protecting our planet isn’t someone else’s job. It’s all of ours. Together is where Our Power lies to protect Our Planet.


This Earth Day, how are you using your power to help the Earth and fellow crew members?

Compost Workshop & Compost Giveaway

Wally Waste-Not Education Center & Garden in Gonzales!

Curious about our Education Center in Gonzales?


Join us this weekend for a hands-on composting workshop where you’ll learn the basics, meet your neighbors, and head home with a free compost system to get started. While you are there, enjoy our garden and educational space.


We’re also giving away free compost for your garden—so bring a shovel, buckets, or even a truck to load up!

Tire Amnesty

Free Tire Recycling Event - March 28–June 30, 2026

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Got old tires taking up space? From March 28 through June 30, residents can drop off unwanted tires for free at Salinas Valley Recycles locations.


Recycling tires helps prevent illegal dumping, reduces fire hazards, and keeps standing water from becoming mosquito breeding grounds that can spread diseases like West Nile Virus.


Recycled tires are turned into useful products such as rubberized road pavement, playground surfaces, and more.


Main Office

126 Sun St

Salinas, CA 93901

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

(831) 775-3000 

info@svswa.org

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