San Diego EarthWorks

04/22/2026

Happy World Earth Day 🌎 April 22, 2026.

04/16/2026

Protector of soil, giver of breath, shelter from heat. Thank you, trees.

02/24/2026

Forests are much more than just trees. They are complex ecosystems with layers that provide critical benefits to the environment and humanity. The canopy filters sunlight and helps regulate the climate, while the understory supports biodiversity. The soil and root layers help with nutrient cycling and water filtration, ensuring that the forest remains healthy and vibrant.

Understanding the layers of the forest helps us appreciate how deeply interconnected the natural world is. Each layer plays a unique role in supporting life, and by protecting these layers, we protect the entire ecosystem. Forests are vital for clean air, climate regulation, and providing food and shelter for countless species.

By conserving forests and understanding their complexities, we can ensure a sustainable future. Forests are more than just trees—they are the lungs of our planet and the foundation of life. 🌲🌍

02/16/2026

Please take note of this

02/09/2026

We’re supported by Earth, every single day.

02/05/2026

Love Your Wetlands Day this Saturday!

Join us for the return of Love Your Wetlands Day, the annual opportunity to explore the Kendall-Frost Marsh and participate in hands-on activities to explore, learn about and protect Mission Bay's wetlands!

12/02/2025

In Germany, even parking lots are getting an eco-friendly makeover thanks to permeable grass tiles that let rainwater soak straight into the earth instead of flooding streets or overloading drains. These grid-like tiles are filled with soil and grass, creating parking spots that stay strong under cars while functioning like tiny water-management systems.
Unlike regular asphalt, which traps heat and blocks water, these green tiles allow rainfall to seep naturally into the ground. That means less urban runoff, less pollution entering rivers, and reduced risk of flash floods during heavy storms. They also help recharge groundwater — something traditional paved lots simply can’t do.
Made from tough recycled concrete or plastic, the tiles prevent soil from getting compacted while allowing grass to grow between them. This added greenery absorbs CO₂, cools the environment, and softens the harsh look of typical parking areas.
From residential neighborhoods to public parks and rural villages, permeable grass parking is becoming a common sight across Germany. It’s practical, durable, and beautifully simple — showing that even a parking space can become part of a city’s natural ecosystem.
By turning everyday infrastructure into living, breathing surfaces, Germany proves that sustainability can start right under our wheels.

11/30/2025

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11/14/2025

Donna Frye Lays Out 4 Reasons Why This is Such Very Bad, Bad IdeaBy Donna Frye On November 18, 2025 at 2 pm the San Diego City Council will be having a hearing to discuss their budget priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. It is Item-331 on the agenda. There are many very important issues related....

07/05/2025