Composting
Program started October 2022
Established two bins and composting signage
Almost all La Playa organic waste is now composted!
At 6-month mark (April 4) we estimate:
- 230 lbs of organic waste diverted from landfills
- Generation of nutrient-rich soil
- Reductions in CO2
- Early childhood education regarding separating waste, including composting Circle Time by Danielle
Worm Bin
Worm bin placed in September 2022
Educating children about waste separation and how food decomposes
Provides nutrients to La Playa’s vegetable garden
Clothing / Toy Swaps
Clothing/Toy Swap held at La Playa’s December holiday party
Reduced plastic, consumption, carbon dioxide
Emphasized recycling/reusing rather than purchasing/discarding
Second swap date TBD
Sustainable La Playa Events
All La Playa parties now feature durable and reusable plates/cups/bowls
Reducing plastic in environment
Reducing waste
Reducing carbon dioxide
Earth Day Celebration – April 21, 2023
Surprise Earth Day education
and craft by Sherry, Danielle, and Robyn ☺