Sustainable Solano
Nurturing Initiatives for the Good of the WholeWhat is Sustainable Solano’s mission?
We are a grassroots, countywide movement uniting people through work that aims to serve the future of Solano County, to promote ecologically regenerative, economically and socially just communities in a world that works for everyone. Sustainable Solano has grown out of decades of dedicated community work that started with community gardens and has grown to include an emphasis on creating sustainable, regenerative environments, community capacity building, supporting local food systems and building youth leadership and workforce skills for a better future. We use a nature-inspired approach to all of our work in the community and our very organization, striving towards a democratically managed, authentic and non-hierarchical structure.
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Our Work
Green Infrastructure
Building resilient communities through regenerative landscapes
Local Food
Supporting local farmers and feeding communities
Community Resilience
Connecting people to create engaged communities around climate and environment
Workforce Development
Supporting the green economy and youth leadership
4.48M
Gallons of annual water impact
126
Cooking classes with local food
77
Sustainable gardens installed
15,600+
Workshop/event participants since 2015
Green Infrastructure
4.48M
Gallons of annual water impact
Local Food
Supporting local farmers and feeding communities
126
Cooking classes with local food
Community Resilience
Connecting people to create engaged communities around climate and environment
77
Sustainable gardens installed
Workforce Development
15,600+
Workshop/event participants since 2015
Resources to Take Action
News and Updates
Solano’s 3rd Permaculture Design Course Starts in August
We are excited to have Anne Freiwald and Lydia Neilsen of Vital Cycles return this summer for our next Permaculture Design Certificate course in Benicia — starting Aug. 23! In this blog, Anne and Lydia reflect on past programs, talk about what will be covered in this year’s program, and we share a few videos and upcoming talks.
Celebrating Outstanding Service: Honoring Noah Galgan and Stephanie Oelsligle Jordan
In recognition of their exceptional work to reach Solano County youth through Sustainable Solano’s Youth Wellness Program, Local Food program managers Noah Galgan and Stephanie Oelsligle Jordan were recognized at the 19th Annual CAC Recognition Awards.
Introducing the new Solano Local Food System Alliance Logo
The Alliance Steering Committee began this process about a year ago in collaboration with a graphic designer to enhance our presence in the county (and among other food policy councils) and provide a brand for when we engage in advocacy, policy work and send statements to outside groups.
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