Frequently Asked Questions about Solar PV By SOPHIA MOUNDOUS Sustainability Assistant, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County This Solar PV FAQ was written for those interested in understanding the basics of solar PV technology, investing in a solar system, and more… Read More
Whether you’re bracing for a storm or packing up for summer back north, we can help you keep your Florida home safe and sound, starting with our March 6 “Closing Up Your Florida Home” class. Unoccupied homes in… Read More
Join us March 4 for a one-hour presentation about “Drawdown,” a solutions-focused approach to climate change and what you can do locally to make a difference. Based on the book of the same name, authored by world-renowned environmentalist… Read More
“ All my tubes and wiresAnd careful notesAnd antiquated notions ” — Thomas Dolby, “She Blinded Me With Science” (1983) That jumble of wires and timers and gizmos you call an irrigation system got you flummoxed? Don’t worry…. Read More
The Natural Resources Conservation Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture sent the following information Feb. 3, re the conservation easement program: For Immediate Release Contact: Renee Bodine, 352-514-8292 2020 Ag Land Conservation Easement Signup Announced GAINESVILLE, Fla.,… Read More
In 2011, Florida passed the Cottage Food Law, allowing people to prepare certain types of foods in their unlicensed home kitchens for sale to the public. But, how do YOU get started? Join us Feb. 11 or Feb…. Read More
2019 Year in Review By: SOPHIA MOUNDOUS Sustainability Assistant, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County This month, we are not only celebrating the excitement of a new year and decade, but also the many accomplishments of Sarasota County Sustainability in… Read More
January has been a big month for recycling in Sarasota County, primarily with the switch to a single-stream collection system across unincorporated areas of the county (that is, not in city limits). Single-stream recycling is a method of… Read More
We know that paying attention to the dates on food items is important, and that manufactures provide these dates to tell consumers about quality and, in some cases, food safety. In this last Food Label Dates post, we… Read More
In our previous Food Label Dates posts, we talked about some terminology used on the food packaging. But what about eggs? Besides all the different sizes and varieties of eggs, how long do eggs keep their peak freshness?… Read More
