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Seminar: Conserving Energy & Protecting Air/Water Quality with Landscaping

Julie Dowling, Neighbor

In this seminar hosted by Sustainable Lafayette and presented by the UC Master Gardeners Program of Contra Costa County you will discover:


  • Strategies to conserve energy in the home through landscaping

  • Sustainable design materials, transport, labor, and maintenance

  • Sources and types of air and water pollutants

  • Strategies to protect air and water quality

  • Tool selection and maintenance

  • Plant selection and placement

  • Fertilization methods and responsible pest control

  • Controlling runoff with paving materials

  • "Rainwater harvesting" and rain gardens

    • $5 suggested donation taken at the door.

    RSVP: www.sustainablelafayette.org

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