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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEnviroLink - June 20241 Tara Reyes From:listserv@civicplus.com Sent:Friday, May 31, 2024 8:47 AM To:Tara Reyes Subject:City of Diamond Bar EnviroLink- June 2024 Follow Up Flag:Follow up Flag Status:Completed CAUTION: This message originated outside of our City of Diamond Bar network. CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. June 2024 2 World Environment Day World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5, is the largest global platform to raise awareness, inspire action, and promote partnerships to address environmental issues such as pollution, deforestation, and climate change. This year, the focus is on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience under the slogan “Our land. Our future.” World Environment Day encourages global and collective responsibility to protect and improve our environment. This year, we encourage you to reduce waste, particularly hazardous wastes, and when you cannot, dispose of or recycle responsibly to protect our land, water, and air from toxic pollution. o Reduce hazardous waste by creating a less toxic replacement here. o Dispose or recycle responsibly - check out and download and/or print Diamond Bar’s Hazardous Waste Guide. 3 Used Oil Filter Exchange July 13 Did you know that used motor oil and filters contain harmful contaminants that, when improperly disposed of, can harm human health and the environment? By recycling these items, you prevent this pollution threat and conserve valuable resources and energy. If you change your vehicle’s oil at home, you can take advantage of a free used oil filter exchange event taking place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, at the local AutoZone, located at 303 W. Diamond Bar Boulevard. Each Diamond Bar household is eligible to receive two replacement oil filters with a maximum cost of $15 each. While supplies last, you can also get a free used oil recycling kit that includes an oil container and funnel. 4 Dressing Sustainably in the Fast Fashion Era Fast fashion is a term used to describe the rapid production of inexpensive clothing in response to the latest trends. While it offers affordable and trendy options, it comes with significant environmental and ethical problems like pollution and labor exploitation. Here are some easy ways to reduce our impact. • Shop secondhand first. Buy pre-owned clothing from thrift shops, consignment shops, vintage sources, and online resale shops. You’ll be reducing environmental and waste impacts from overproduction of new merchandise. • Consider high-quality clothes. Shop for quality over quantity. Higher-quality pieces often last longer. • Go natural. Natural alternatives to synthetic fabrics include cotton, linen, bamboo, silk, and wool. Avoid polyester, nylon, spandex, and acrylic. These materials are made from petroleum. You’ll reduce the amount of microplastics in rivers and oceans that come from synthetic fibers that are shed during washing. • Shop sustainable brands. Choose ethical brands that care about the environment, their workers, and are transparent across their entire supply chain. Keep an eye out for certifications that prove clothes are made sustainably and ethically (See a list here). 5 • Swap or Donate. One person’s trash is another’s treasure. You’ll divert waste from landfills while supporting your local community. Quiz Yourself:https://www.earthday.org/sustainable-fashion-quiz/ Prune Wisely for Tree Health Trees don’t need regular pruning. Over-pruning can lead to weakened shoots, causing more maintenance. Young trees with branches less than 3 inches thick may benefit from structural pruning to ensure proper growth. For mature trees, prune only as needed by following The Four D’s: • Dead: Remove branches that are hard and brown. Living branches will be soft and green. • Diseased: Look for wilted leaves, missing bark, or discolored branches. Prune at least 6 inches below diseased areas. • Damaged: Remove broken branches to prevent pest and disease entry. • Deranged: Cut branches that cross and rub against each other or other surfaces to avoid chronic wounds. Choose the Right Pruning Techniques Not all pruning techniques are beneficial. Natural pruning focuses on removing 6 stress-causing areas while keeping enough foliage for tree health. Avoid topping, which cuts away most upper branches and can harm the tree by causing starvation, disease, and disfigurement unless necessary for safety. Timing is Crucial The best time to prune is during the tree’s dormant period or before budbreak. In California, avoid pruning during extreme heat. For some trees, like oaks, summer pruning during their dormancy may be preferable. Watch TreePeople's How to Prune a Tree video for more information. Discovering Water Sources As temperatures rise, outdoor watering increases and significantly impacts water usage. This summer, learn where water comes from so you can be more water conscious and conserve. Southern California relies on imported water from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) and Three Valleys Municipal Water District (TVMWD), which receive water from Northern California's State Water Project (SWP) and the Colorado River via the Colorado River Aqueduct. Understanding these sources and the impacts of withdrawing excessive water on these ecosystems can help us use water more wisely. Learn more and take virtual tours of the Colorado River Aqueduct, State Water Project, and Miramar Water Treatment Plant here. 7 Save the Date Paper Shredding and E-Waste Collection- Aug. 10 America Recycles Day- Nov.16 paper shredding, E-waste collection, textile recycling, and mulch giveaway Contact Information City of Diamond Bar | Environmental Services 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 For information about this newsletter, contact the City Manager's Office at (909) 839-7015 or greendb@diamondbarca.gov. If this newsletter was shared with you, sign up to receive your own copy at www.diamondbarca.gov/signup and select "EnviroLink Newsletter" Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via Email Copyright 2024 City of Diamond Bar. All Rights Reserved. 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 If you no longer wish to receive emails from us, you may Unsubscribe. Powered by Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.