From energy efficient lighting, to solar panels, to recycling, there are dozens of simple steps we can all take to protect the environment. If we each do our part, we can help clean our air, protect our water supply, lessen our dependence on oil, reduce global warming, and safeguard the natural world. The following links provide information on steps you can take to save the planet and, sometimes, save money as well.
*Information contained in these links does not necessarily reflect the views of Congressman Waxman or the House of Representatives.
See the Difference You Can Make in the Fight Against Climate Change.
http://yosemite.epa.gov/oar/globalwarming.nsf/content/actionsIndividual.html
Energy Efficient Products and Practices to Save Money and Protect the Environment.
http://www.energystar.gov/
California’s Flex Your Power Program
http://www.fypower.org/
Los Angeles County’s Energy Conservation Tips
http://lacounty.info/energy_conservation_tips.htm
The City of Los Angeles’ Programs to Promote Green Living
http://www.sustainla.org/
Environmental Information from the City of Beverly Hills
http://www.beverlyhills.org/presence/connect/CoBH/Homepage/For+Residents/City+Services/Environmental+Information/
City of Santa Monica’s Environmental Programs Division
http://santa-monica.org/epd/
Environmental Information and Resources from the City of West Hollywood
http://www.weho.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/nav/navid/53/
City of Malibu’s Environmental and Building Safety Division
http://www.ci.malibu.ca.us/index.cfm?fuseaction=nav&navid=30
Greening of Agoura Hills Program
http://www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us/plan.programs.recycle.htm
Stormwater Quality and Environmental Links from the City of Westlake Village
http://www.wlv.org/city_services/stormwater-quality.asp
Calabassas Environmental Services Division
http://www.cityofcalabasas.com/departments/environmental.html
The Natural Resources Defense Council’s Guide to Greener Living
http://www.nrdc.org/cities/living/gover.asp
Stop Global Warming
http://stopglobalwarming.org/sgw_actionitems.asp