What happens to your green waste?

Earth Day events 2026

In this episode, we look ahead to events celebrating Earth Day 2026, both by our past guests and local cities.  Links to all events in our show notes.  Enjoy!

What happens to your green waste?

Years ago we promised to follow your green waste as it is processed, and we never did - until now!  In this episode, we get the facts from David Krueger of the Central Contra Costa Solid Waste Authority's Recycle Smart program.

We're back - in Germany

Ever wonder how other countries are doing on recycling?  We dig into the German way of recycling and visit a German recycling center. It's different!

Growing Native Plants in Your Yard

In this episode we explore how to incorporate native plants in a suburban East Bay yard with Elaine Jackson from the East Bay chapter of the California Native Plant Society and Friends of Alhambra Creek. Hear about the 5 prettiest native plants, how to combat invasives, and resources available to help.

Meet the John Muir Land Trust - and more on Pacheco Marsh

We're back at Pacheco Marsh, this time on a tour and work day with the John Muir Land Trust and Friends of Alhambra Creek. It's our chance to learn about the invasive species which are pressuring the marsh, and about the Land Trust and its ambitious plans to restore other wetlands, and maintain this one.