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Welcome to Sustainable Salinas
We are a volunteer group of Salinas residents of different ages, backgrounds and interests, working towards a more environmentally sustainable Salinas, through community education and action in collaboration with other like-minded groups.
Sustainable Salinas is a member of Communities for Sustainable Monterey County. Our shared mission is to meet the challenge of declining resources and climate change by helping our communities transition to sustainable practices.
Communities for Sustainable Monterey County and our member organizations acknowledge the injustice and trauma the Black community has been endured for too long. We stand with the African American community in speaking out against the overt and institutional racism that tears the fabric of our communities. Any injustice that affects part of our community affects us all. We understand that our environmental goals will only be achieved when all people can realize their highest potential, unconstrained by racism and inequity. CSMC is committed to using our voice, our partnerships, and our influence to work for systemic change. Our actions are guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, which seek to build a sustainable future that is diverse, equitable, and informed by the voices, needs, and interests of all segments of society.
Earth Friendly Households
Do you take steps every day to reduce your impact on the environment? You may qualify as an Earth-Friendly Household! Please review the EFH Checklist and proudly share your commitment to creating a sustainable community with your neighborhood. The first 10 households to complete the scorecard will be recognized with a free flag and will be featured on our social media pages and website.
Sustainable Salinas MC Gives Tree Canopy Restoration Campaign
Sustainable Salinas began its MC Give Tree Canopy Restoration campaign with a planting, in collaboration with Return of the Natives on April 1, 2020, with 5 trees at Santa Rita Park in North Salinas. The event was a tremendous success with community involvement, trees purchased from Lakeside Nursery using funds raised through our 2018 MC Gives Campaign. Funding for more trees is available, with more trees allocated to local residents and The Girl Scouts of America on Town St. in East Salinas. We will continue to update our progress on our Facebook Page.
***Due to COVID-19 tree planting is currently on HOLD until the Shelter in Place order is lifted, but please contact sustainablesalinas14@gmail.com to request trees for private or public plantings!***