Posts Tagged ‘Community’

HB Patch, Plan Aims to Turn Hermosa Beach Into Area’s First Carbon Neutral City
by Robert Fortunato on April 27th, 2010 No Comments »

Mayor Michael DiVirgilio sees carbon neutrality as the future of the city.

Daily Breeze: Why Hermosa Beach is going carbon neutral
by Robert Fortunato on April 27th, 2010 No Comments »

Mayor Michael DiVirgilio wrote an excellent Op Ed piece on the City of Hermosa Beach’s commitment to go carbon neutral.  Why Hermosa Beach is going carbon neutral

Project Purpose
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 No Comments »

Our main objective in the process of designing, constructing and showcasing this long term case study house is to create the community around the possibility that anyone can and should build with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind.
We are the owners and plan to live in this house indefinitely,
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Sandpipers
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 No Comments »

Sandpipers is a 100% volunteer organization dedicated to serving the needs of the South Bay community through charitable and philanthropic programs.  For 81 years, Sandpipers has touched the lives of thousands of individuals, children and families in need through our philanthropic programs.
Each year Sandpipers provides college scholarships to over 40
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Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 No Comments »

Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden (MBBG) is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to promoting Earth-friendly landscape techniques, encouraging the use of climate appropriate water-wise plants, including California natives whenever possible, and conserving our natural resources. 
We promote Earth-friendly gardening for the conservation of water, wildlife and the well-being of our community via
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Eaton Corporation
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 2 Comments »

Eaton’s established excellence in both the automotive and electrical distribution/control industries have created a perfect platform for all electrical vehicle charging needs. Whether it’s a residential system, a commercial endeavor or a system to support fleet electric vehicles, Eaton has the products and the depth of experience to support, install
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Jill Vacarra
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 No Comments »

Artist Jill Vacarra’s work often includes narrative and language, focusing on finding the magic within the mundane. She works in a variety of media: installation, painting, photography, assemblage, collage, book art, and fine jewelry. Her artwork has been exhibited in LA galleries including Artworks Book Arts, Upstairs at the Market,
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Terranea Resort
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 1 Comment »

Fellow SEED Award Winner in the Category of Pollution Prevention, Terranea Resort
Dramatically poised at the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Terranea’s 102 acres are infused with the elegance of a classic Mediterranean estate, the casual energy of coastal Southern California, and countless ways to spend your days.
Located just south of
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Deep Roots Garden Center & Florist
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 No Comments »

Deep Roots Garden Center & Florist is the South Bay’s premier destination for drought-tolerant and native plants, rare and unique items, succulents, indoor plants, herbs and veggies, fruit trees, and outstanding floral arrangements for any occasion. We also offer landscape design and installation. Our talented team will help you every
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Rick’s Sawdust Shop
by Robert Fortunato on April 24th, 2010 No Comments »

Rick’s Sawdust Shop has been in business for more than 20 years, making custom kitchen cabinets, closets and garage storage, and woodwork of all kinds to satisfy the desires of our customers.
We use no particle board or MDF in any of our construction. Everything is either solid hardwood or cabinet
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