WE-LAB Newsletter - June 2022

Dear Friends,

Summer approaches with dreams of cold refreshing treats, and long sunny days from which to seek reprieve, and varied recreational water activities. As the ever pressing heat and rain threaten to dominate our summer landscape, we rejoice in our appreciation of our lovely tropical climate and natural scapes.

It is now June and the school year comes to a close, as we reach the midpoint of a rather tumultuous year. A time in which, Dream in Green is excited to celebrate 15 years of promoting environmental stewardship and empowering individuals. We thank you for your continued support and resilience in bettering our community’s health and environment.

Join us in committing to Climate Hope and remaining active in our efforts to ever improve our environmental stewardship.

Sincerely,

Saliyha A. Webb

Special Programs Coordinator

Green Sustainable Business Spotlight!

Ecopod sources quality home care and personal care products, while focusing on reducing single-use plastic waste. Ecopod has refill stations located throughout Miami Dade County and as well as a mobile refill unit that can come to your home. If you are looking for a way to reduce your single-use plastic waste, Ecopod brings us "better thinking for a better world."

Andromeda District located in Coral Gables is a local business focused bringing natural spaces to our homes and offices. Known for their "green walls," Andromeda District understands the importance of natural spaces as it pertains to overall health. Andromeda District brings us “a new generation for green living.”

Environmental stewardship includes supporting local green businesses.

Florida Friendly Plants

Source: UF/IFAS

Why Florida Friendly Plants?

Native plants are great for the environment

Increases Water Conservation
Reduces Lawn Fertilizer Run-Off
Attracts Native Pollinators
Includes Edible Native Plants

Check Out:

FLORIDA-FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING™ IN A MINUTE

And for more resources on Florida native and friendly plants visit The University of Florida IFAS website

Recyclepedia Launched!

Check Out RECYLEPEDIA

Don't Miss Out This Rainy Season:

Use A Rain Barrel

Benefits of Rain Barrels

Rain Barrels collect and store rainwater runoff, which can be used to:

Wash cars
Water gardens and lawns

Rain Barrels can save on water costs and reduce the strain on:

Local water resources
Individual home septic systems
Municipal waste systems

Rain barrels collect run-off, thereby:

Reducing the amount of water pollution in natural water systems
Preventing run-off from running down storm drains and collecting pollutants (i.e. litter, animal waste and fertilizer)
Increasing soil absorption of water and as a result help recharging ground water supplies.

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