October is Energy Awareness Month | |
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October, 2023
Save Water, Energy, Money and the Environment
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Learn What Energy Vampires Are Lurking in Your Home | |
Get Rid of Unwanted Household Hazardous Waste at a Waste Collection Event | |
Join the SBESC Outreach Team at a Local Community Event | |
WATCH FOR THE NEXT HALF OF THE OCTOBER ISSUE IN THE UPCOMING WEEKS | |
NEW FIRESCAPING WORKSHOP AND LAST CHANCE FOR GRASS REPLACEMENT+ PROGRAM SIGN UP | |
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Make Your Home Fire Safe
The West Basin Municipal Water District, in partnership with the city of Rancho Palos Verdes, California Water Service and the Los Angeles County Fire Department, will offer an in-person firescaping workshop on Wed., Nov. 1.
Palos Verdes residents, and anyone interested in gaining an understanding of what a fire-resistant landscape can do for their home, are encouraged to attend.
The event will be held at Fred Hesse Park from 6-8 p.m. More information and registration is available at www.westbasin.org/firescaping.
Take Advantage of Grass Replacement+ Incentives
In addition, since the June launch of its Grass Replacement+ Program for underserved communities, West Basin has registered residents for nearly all of the available incentive packages. Still, nearly a dozen openings remain.
The valuable program resources include
- a free custom landscape design (valued at approx. $2,000);
- substantial rebate of $5 for every square foot of grass removed (up to $25,000 in value); and
- a free, low-water-use tree.
West Basin service area residents can find more information, confirm eligibility, and get started while supplies last by visiting www.westbasin.org/grass-plus.
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CHECK OUT LACSD'S HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS AND ELECTRONIC WASTE UPCOMING EVENTS | | |
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The Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Collection Program (HHW) gives Los Angeles County residents a legal and cost-free way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash.
Learn about the upcoming events here.
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TORRANCE PARTNERS WITH WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT TO OFFER ECO GARDENER WORKSHOP | |
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The city of Torrance partners with the Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD) to sponsor a special Eco Gardener Program.
On Saturday, October 28,2023 an Eco-Gardner Workshop will take place at the Madrona Marsh Preserve from 10 a.m. to Noon.
The workshop is designed to encourage residents to conserve water while making a beautiful garden and creating a sustainable and productive ecosystem in their backyard.
For more information and to RSVP here.
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METRO INVITES PUBLIC TO PARTICIPATE IN TOWN HALL MEETING OCTOBER 19 | |
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority encourages all Angelenos to provide input on funding for projects and programs including Metro’s public safety, cleaning and service enhancements.
Staff will provide updates about these and other operations topics.
Public participation is important to ensure the needs and priorities of the public are reflected in the Fiscal Year 25 budget.
To register for this interactive live telephone town hall meeting on October 19, 2023 from 6 to 7 p.m., click here.
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MAKE CONNECTIONS AT LADWP SUPPLIER DIVERSITY FAIR | |
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Join the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power at an upcoming Supplier Diversity Fair on Thursday, November 2, 2023, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) headquarters located at 111 North Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
LADWP invites local, small and disadvantaged businesses to attend for an opportunity to network and get connected with Prime Contractors and City Agencies for potential contracting opportunities on current and upcoming infrastructure and public works projects in the Los Angeles region.
Register here.
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WHAT MAKES ENERGY VAMPIRES SO SPOOKY? | |
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Energy vampires are devices that suck up energy even when powered off. If plugged in to an outlet, they will be using some amount of power. Energy vampires can account for 10% of your energy usage and energy bill. This costs Americans $19 billion in energy every year.
How do you identify them? Many devices are energy vampires; anything that is remote controlled uses some amount of energy at all times, including televisions and desktop computers. You can also spot chargers with large plugs or bricks which are usually energy vampires. Certain kitchen appliances, especially older ones, drain power when on standby as well. Look out for microwaves and coffee makers, famous energy suckers.
What to do about it? Well, garlic and stakes won’t be necessary. The easiest way to control energy vampires is to turn them off. Unplug appliances and devices when they are not in use, or use a power strip that can be turned on and off. For TVs and computers which may be idle for long periods of time, use sleep modes to save power. Finally, consider upgrading devices and appliances and get involved in the Southern California Regional Energy Network’s Energy Efficiency Programs for more energy saving tips and upgrades.
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JOIN THE SOUTH BAY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CENTER OUTREACH TEAM AT A COMMUNITY EVENT | |
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The South Bay Environmental Services Center (SBESC) promotes its partners environmental programs at various community events throughout the South Bay Cities.
It provides the public with resources and information relating to energy efficiency, water conservation, shared mobility options (e.g. van pool and carpool), telecommute, traveler information, and recycling. The team serves as a resource to cities, school districts, businesses and residents in the South Bay.
We encourage the public to come visit us at an upcoming outreach event to be able to learn and take advantage of the FREE resources available to help save water, energy and money.
Upcoming October Events:
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Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - Senior Information & Resource Fair Carson Event Center - 801 E Carson Street, Carson CA 90745 - 9-11 a.m.
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Thursday, October 19, 2023 - El Segundo Farmers Market - 314-348 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245 - 3-7 p.m.
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Thursday, October 19, 2023 - Business Expo & Showcase - 3635 Fashion Way, Torrance CA 90503 - 4:30-7:30 p.m.
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Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - El Segundo Neighbors Unite, Change Takes Flight - 900 Sheldon St, El Segundo, CA 90245 (900 Sheldon St Block) 6-7 p.m.
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Fridays, October 27, 2023 - Carson Sheriff Department Trunk or Treat - 21356 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90745 - 3-6 pm
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Fridays, October 27, 2023 - San Pedro Harvest Fest - Toberman Neighborhood Center 131 N. Grand Avenue, San Pedro CA 90731 - 3:30- 6 p.m.
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Saturday, October 28, 2023 - Edible Gardening - Madrona Marsh Nature Center, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA 90503 - 10 a.m.-noon
We couldn’t do all of these events without our amazing volunteers!
To get more information about becoming a volunteer, click here.
To learn more about the South Bay Environmental Service Center, click here.
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LEARN ABOUT SOUTH BAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES | |
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SANITATION DISTRICTS OFFER WORK OPPORTUNITIES THAT
POSITIVELY IMPACT PUBLIC HEALTH
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Los Angeles Sanitation Districts is offering work opportunities that keep people safe, protect the environment and provide opportunities for professional growth.
For a full lists of job openings visit here.
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Links to Partner Resources En Español:
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