No Mow May is a movement that encourages people to provide food for insect pollinators by refraining from mowing their lawns in the early part of the growing season. Spring is a critical time for insects emerging from hibernation – they wake up
By Judi Knispel
A Climate Action Plan (CAP) is a framework document for measuring, tracking and reducing greenhouse gas emissions while adopting climate adaptation measures. Government officials use these documents to address the impact of climate change in their communities. Climate Action Plans include
One of the biggest contributors to one’s carbon footprint is transportation—specifically, gas-powered vehicles. Your mileage will vary, so to speak, but according to the EPA, a typical passenger car emits about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, producing about 404 grams of
by Caroline Rothaug
Everyone we know is looking for ways to make their holidays more environmentally friendly. There are many beautiful ways to wrap your holiday gifts without creating waste. Why not wow your friends and family with uniquely wrapped gifts this holiday season?
The Zero Waste Committee has been very busy with events this fall! All of these would not be possible without our amazing partners and dedicated volunteers! Thank you all for helping us make Saratoga more sustainable!
Our Land Use Committee doesn’t hold splashy events like the recent Pollinator Palooza, but we work every day to support development policies that reduce environmental impacts and make our community more livable for everyone. Here are two of the issues we’re working on right now. If
By Dianna Goodwin
If you are planting a tree this spring or working on landscaping around existing trees on your property, consider the needs of pollinators and other small creatures who live in your yard.
“Soft landings” are natural landscapes designed for the area under the shade of a tree that take
by Amy Durland
Sustainable Saratoga had a recent opportunity to connect with the arts. The Nacre Dance Group/Empire State Dance Youth Ensemble, directed by Beth Fecteau, invited Sustainable Saratoga to a recent youth dance performance at Universal Preservation Hall. The program included the
Together we made a difference. Sustainable Saratoga fulfills an important role in our local community, and your support has never been more important to the success of our efforts. Please donate today to help us keep fighting for the protection of our environment and to carry out our mission in the