SMC’s Center for Environmental and Urban Studies (CEUS) is the headquarters for Sustainable Works, a nonprofit organization funded by the City of Santa Monica’s Sustainable City Program and Santa Monica College. Sustainable Works offers special programs that show individuals and businesses how they can adopt sustainable practices that improve quality of life, reduce impacts on the environment, and reduce costs.
Sustainable Crews – A 9-week environmental education workshop for Santa Monica College students and a 6-week environmental education workshop for Santa Monica residents. Crews meet weekly to learn how to incorporate recycling, energy conservation, and other sustainable practices into their daily life. Student Crew members also volunteer three hours to Santa Monica BayKeeper, Children’s Nature Institute, and other nonprofit groups that work to reduce environmental impact and improve quality of life in the community.
Business Greening Program – Free on-site assessment, list of recommended actions for businesses to choose, and follow-up meetings to ensure efficient practices for energy, water, waste, chemicals, transportation, and purchasing. After completing the program, Santa Monica businesses can apply for Green Business Certification and local Sustainable Quality Awards.
For more information, visit the Sustainable Works website (www.sustainableworks.org), call (310) 458-8716, or drop by 1744 Pearl Street, Santa Monica.
Sustainable Crew Program (Students) • 9 Weeks • Starts September 24 • Call for times • $25
Crew Leaders Training Course • September 15 & 22 • Call for details • Free
Resident Green Living Workshops • 6 Weeks • Ongoing; call for times • $25
SMC Center for Environmental and Urban Studies (1744 Pearl St., Santa Monica)