Are you interested in learning how to save energy and water while helping low-income families in our community? Our new Energy Upgrade program will train volunteer “Energy Coaches” to conduct in-home energy evaluations and offer education and advice… Read More
Sarasota County has a history of leadership on Electric Vehicles (EVs). Recognizing the myriad potential benefits of EVs, the county has expressed support through resolutions, installation of charging stations and education programs since 2005. The county has invested… Read More
Do you have a large amount of food waste that ends up in the trash can? Feel like you should contribute less to the overall flood of waste headed to our landfills? Have you tried to compost before,… Read More
The Sarasota County Green Business Partnership Program had another successful year in 2017. The program continues to grow in numbers and interest, and used a number of educational delivery methods to reach out to businesses under the direction… Read More
Don’t miss your chance at a reduced-rate registration for the 12th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop, set for Nov. 30 at the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida Event and Conference Center, 4750 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota. Oct. 30 is the… Read More
Join us Nov. 30 for Sarasota County’s 12th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop, a day-long event that showcases steps to building healthy, resilient, thriving communities. Wrapped with a “Building a Better Future, Together” theme, the workshop will draw together… Read More
UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County recently formed a new type of partnership, with the goals of reaching new individuals and audiences. Teaming up with local businesses Sarasota Architectural Salvage and Sarasota Green Drinks, the groups pooled resources to invite local… Read More
Agricultural operators and forest landowners interested in adding technology or techniques that foster conservation have a new window to apply for federal funding to offset costs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued the following press release with… Read More
Do you have an area where nothing will grow, an area of barren ground? A place that is hard to irrigate, mow or maintain? Consider mulching it. One of the Nine Principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™, mulching offers an… Read More
I’ve often heard people say, “It’s Florida. You can’t water too much.” Don’t believe it. Overwatering is a frequent problem here, one that leads to unwanted weeds and pests, wasted resources, and higher-than-necessary water bills. “Water Efficiently” is… Read More
