Another spooktacular #Halloween is here! Use these tips for an eek-o-friendly, fun time! More tips: iRecycleSmart.com.

Happy #Halloween !

May your costumes be as organic & compostable as this 100% linen ghost’s is! 👻

🖤 #DTSC

📸 by Drew of #OrangeCountyCA via Unsplash

Transform your old shirt into a purse or #Halloween trick-or-treat bag! Cut your plastic footprint with this quick hack!

Create less waste with your #Halloween costume with tips to make dressing up more planet-friendly. #CARecycles #iRecycleSmart

Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Todd Sax as #California Department of Toxic Substances Control's Deputy Director of the Site Mitigation & Remediation Program (SMRP). He will begin serving Nov 14.

Welcome to Team #DTSC Dr. Sax!👏
#California ForAll @californiagovernor

Do you have a #Brownfield project in the works in #California in need of funding? Apply for the Brownfields Equitable #CommunityRevitalization Grant (ECRG)!

Join us virtually, TOMORROW 10/27 @ 10am & learn how to build a standout ECRG application.

RSVP👉 dtsc.ca.gov/brownfields/

The #DTSC Site Mitigation & Restoration Program team oversees #CaliforniaBrownfield cleanup.

Cleaning up brownfields revitalizes neighborhoods, increases property values, stimulates economic growth, adds to local tax revenue, and improves #PublicHealth . ➡dtsc.ca.gov/brownfields/

The #DTSC Site Mitigation & Restoration Program (SMRP) sets #California 's standards for #LandRestoration & #cleanup .

#SMRP oversees work @ #brownfields , school construction/expansion, #superfund /military sites & corrective action / permitted facilities.

dtsc.ca.gov/site-mitigation

Is #microplastics a concern? You'll be glad to know the State Water Board has approved an environmental lab accreditation program-the 1st such in the world-for microplastics testing in drinking water. This is a key step towards protecting public health.
bit.ly/3D3ADYj

Over 7 million tons of toxic wildfire ash and debris on wildfire survivors' properties have been cleaned up by the state-paid debris removal program since 2007. One family reveals how the program left them with more money to rebuild their home. Full video: ow.ly/o5XG50Lkuuz

Cal OES is actively coordinating with local authorities in the region to evaluate any preliminary damage or issues created as a result of this earthquake and provide any assistance that is needed from the state level.

We're #hiring a #ResearchData specialist for our #SaferConsumerProducts (SCP) unit in #Sacramento !

SCP leads #California ’s groundbreaking #GreenChemistry initiatives to reduce toxic chemicals in consumer products.

Apply by 11/4: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jo…

#DYK #paint & #decorations on a #pumpkin can contaminate #greenbin contents? That means it can’t be used for #compost or #mulch !

We suggest #pumpkin carving but remove the #candle before #compost ing. If your #jackolantern needs #bling , use #foodgrade edible #glitter .

#halloween

#DTSC is hiring 17 investigators to join our Office of #CriminalInvestigation unit in #California !
Hear from current investigators about their experience/benefits & how to apply at our hour-long #VirtualCareerFair this Thurs 10/27, noon-1pm.

RSVP➡ bit.ly/OCI-CareerFair

Extreme weather–from drought conditions to flood conditions–is the new climate reality in CA. We must be prepared for everything. We are currently in an extreme drought, but flooding could be just around the corner. More Flood Preparedness Week tips ➡️ bit.ly/floodprepca

CARB seeks nominations for premier #cleanair , #climateaction award. #HaagenSmit Clean Air Awards recognize outstanding contributions to #airquality or climate science, policy, or advocacy.
Applications accepted now through December 16, 2022
➡️bit.ly/3seoDfW
#CARBscience

New study shows more than 80% of US waterways contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ indicating widespread #PFAS contamination across the country.
theguardian.com/environment/20…

Is treated wood recyclable? Nope! Treat it as hazardous waste. For local rules on how to handle the wood: irecyclesmart.com/find-your-loca…

#CArecycles #iRecycleSmart