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A Tutorial: A Sustainable Mill Valley Takes Shape
"What is sustainability? How does sustainability relate to our life here in Mill Valley?"
Sustainability goes beyond environmentalism and the protection and conservation of our natural environment. It is the measure of human impact on our world and the ability of our planet's natural systems to continue to support 10 billion people and all other life forms by the year 2050.
Click on a topic to learn how our human lifestyles impact the earth's ability to continue to sustain all life and to learn how we can begin to make appropriate changes to become sustainable.
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Reconsidering transportation habits,
Fuel efficient cars,
Alternative transportation,
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Energy efficiency,
Alternative energy solutions,
Greenbuilding design,
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Average water use,
Effect on local rivers,
Warming trend,
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Miller Avenue Precise Plan,
Transportation study,
Construction moratorium,
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Reconsidering eating habits,
Advocating accurate product labeling,
Supporting local farmers,
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Workforce housing,
Pickleweed apartments,
Smart growth planning,
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Shopping locally,
Sustainable businesses,
Mixed use zoning,
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Stream and wildlife conservation,
Moratorium on construction,
Steps, Lanes and Paths Project,
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Reducing pesticide use,
County and city ordinances,
Marin Beyond Pesticides,
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Measuring our impact on the environment,
Calculate your own ecological footprint,
Turn the tide,
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Sustainable Mill Valley spreads the word about sustainability at the Mill Valley Memorial Day Parade. |
