Through community outreach and education efforts, Sarasota County Sustainability promotes a healthy environment, community engagement and environmental awareness. However, we can't achieve a healthy and sustainable county without your help. ... READ MORE
Category: Work & Life
Sarasota County is proud to announce that it has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) “Gold” certification and national accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council, an honor recognizing an array of efforts ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources
2020 brought us the challenge of finding new ways to come together and bring sustainability to our community. We took some time to reflect on the past year and highlight positive outcomes and successes, despite a year full of challenge and adversity. ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Natural Resources, Work & Life
PACE loans are being touted across the country and recently here in Florida as a great way to retrofit your home with energy and cost saving technology. You can get a low-interest, no-money-down loan using the equity in your home to install ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Home Management, Money Matters
Reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of your home is a cost-effective way to cut heating and cooling costs. Caulking and weather-stripping are two simple and effective air-sealing techniques that offer quick returns on investment, ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management
Improving soil health is a focus many universities have put as a goal "front and center" for research and extension. Not only does it encourage best agricultural practices that help farmers make money, but also benefits the environment ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture