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3 10, 2017

Support Our Backyard Beekeepers

2017-10-18T18:05:54-05:00

Hurray for Honeybee Expansion Nectar, Pollen, Honey, Repeat. Thus is the daily routine for one of the hardest working species on the planet, the honeybee. And thanks to the tireless work of the Beekeepers' Guild of San Mateo County (BG-SMC) and their supporters, including Sustainable San Mateo County, the county can likely expect local expansion of these incredibly productive creatures and their numerous benefits. Wonderful for the planet, farmer, and taste buds, honeybees add tremendous value to the region. Their flower pollination encourages local and sustainable food sources. And their honey and beeswax satisfies farmers market patrons with flavorful delights, [...]

Support Our Backyard Beekeepers2017-10-18T18:05:54-05:00
27 09, 2017

Adrienne’s Farewell Message

2017-09-27T13:23:50-05:00

Friends, volunteers, partners and supporters of SSMC, I am writing to let you know that after 6 years at the helm and nearly 7 altogether with Sustainable San Mateo County, I am moving on. My last day will be October 18, and I will start my new role as the Sustainability Management Analyst for the City of Brisbane in early November. It's bittersweet to be leaving SSMC, but I am excited about the new challenges ahead and am pleased to remain involved with local sustainability issues. I'm proud to have led Sustainable San Mateo County through a period of change [...]

Adrienne’s Farewell Message2017-09-27T13:23:50-05:00
25 09, 2017

Innovations in Civic and Government Technology

2017-09-25T15:49:51-05:00

'Where government and technology intersect' was the tagline for Innovate Your State's Third Annual Civic and Gov Tech Showcase in San Jose. The event examined the technological innovations that support federal and state government, engage and educate citizens and improve government services. As Michelle Thong from the City of San Jose stated, 'nourish the civictech ecosystem to make government work better'. Innovations for the Greater Good The event showcased entrepreneurs in the #civictech and #govtech arena. Their innovations ranged from public financing through education to public art. The standout pitches had great ideas that were backed up by simple, smart [...]

Innovations in Civic and Government Technology2017-09-25T15:49:51-05:00
22 08, 2017

Converting Waste Gas to Biofuel

2017-08-22T14:33:39-05:00

What to do with all that gas? That was the problem facing the San Mateo Waste Water Treatment Plant. Yes, your waste material that flushes into the sewers has to end up somewhere - and even after processing into dry 'cakes' there is plenty of dirty gas to get rid of. Mostly methane, this gas is normally burnt or 'flared' into the atmosphere, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. Your Gas is Our Gas! In 2014, the City of San Mateo decided to set up a pilot program with the help of a grant from the California Energy Commission. [...]

Converting Waste Gas to Biofuel2017-08-22T14:33:39-05:00
20 07, 2017

A trip on the Easymile EZ10 self-drive electric shuttle

2017-07-26T14:17:54-05:00

On July 12th, Sustainable San Mateo County joined a group of local mobility enthusiasts for a ride in the Easymile EZ10 self-drive electric shuttle. This pilot program is the first of its kind in North America. The tour took place at Bishop Ranch in San Ramon, California and was organized by Menlo Spark and Friends of Caltrain. Transit advocates are curious about autonomous (self-drive) electric shuttles as a solution to the first and last mile to public transportation for many people who do not live within walking distance to a station. This year, California enacted legislation to enable fully autonomous [...]

A trip on the Easymile EZ10 self-drive electric shuttle2017-07-26T14:17:54-05:00
9 06, 2017

Full house for Housing & Transportation Solutions Discussion at Spring Indicators Launch

2017-08-22T16:46:40-05:00

Housing and transportation are two of the largest household expenses, and we had a full house at our Indicators Report Launch event centered on housing and transportation solutions. We shared our newest research and welcomed an expert panel representing local government, businesses, and advocacy groups. Speakers shared ideas to bring communities to together to collaborate on housing and transportation solutions. Peggy Jensen, Deputy County Manager, San Mateo County summarized the findings of the county's Jobs-housing taskforce: the biggest hurdles in the housing crunch are the lack of land, funding, and public support for new housing. Because over 2/3 of housing [...]

Full house for Housing & Transportation Solutions Discussion at Spring Indicators Launch2017-08-22T16:46:40-05:00
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