Surplus into Service: How San Mateo County’s Surplus Program Builds Community
When the Park Rangers in San Mateo County needed supplies and furniture for their shop at San Bruno Mountain, they didn’t head to a retailer, they turned to the Surplus Property Program. From lockers and safety gear storage to office furniture, mirrors, and tables, Rangers were able to upgrade their workspace with reused items from all over the County.
“These items have saved us a couple of thousand dollars which I know I don’t have in my budget. We love to save items going into the landfill.” — Priscilla Alvarez, County of San Mateo Parks Supervisor
Need a New Furnace or Water Heater? San Mateo County Is Helping Residents Go Electric
Did you know that heat, air conditioning, and hot water are the top energy users in your home? If your furnace or water heater is suddenly out of order – or even better, if you plan to replace it before it breaks down – consider ditching gas and going…
Engaging Students in Local Climate Solutions
During a warm and windy day at Coyote Point Recreation Area, a group of middle school students sits overlooking the San Francisco Bay on a low wall of concrete built along the shoreline. Planes are flying overhead as they approach the San Francisco…
Induction Stove Cooking: Sustainable, Efficient, and Safer
When you think of an electric stovetop, you probably picture the slow-heating, spiral coil elements from the 1970s that take forever to warm up and cool down, offering little precision for real culinary endeavors. Fast forward to today, and the world of…