from StopWaste.org: Today the Alameda County Waste Management Authority (ACWMA) adopted two ordinances that will help the county achieve its long-term waste reduction goals.

When people hear "mandatory recycling," they are moved emotionally - either expressing appreciation for civic environmental leadership or get angry fearing more government involvement in their personal or professional life.

In November, exiting West Oakland BART or passing down Mandela and Third, you may see new activity.

More than two decades after vinyl chloride and other toxics were discovered in the soil and water under Oakland's South Prescott neighborhood, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reassessing the damage in preparation for a cleanup project.

It truly is a joyful time of year for FOSC volunteers. After months and months of removing invasive, non-native plants, it is finally time to plant!