CELEBRATE EARTH MONTH 2024

Written By Elizabeth Sarmiento

Dear Earth Lovers,

As the green buds of April emerge, so does our reminder of the magnificent planet we call home. Earth Month is a time for reflection, celebration, and most importantly, action. This year, under the theme "Conserving Every Ecosystem, Caring for Every Creature," we are reminded of the interconnectedness of all living beings and the urgent need to protect our global ecosystem.

In alignment with our theme and our commitment to sustainable living, Smart Yards Co-op is thrilled to announce the San Jose Permaculture Program in partnership with Smart Yards Education. This innovative program is designed for bilingual, Spanish/English speaking individuals who are interested about cultivating sustainable and self-sufficient communities through the principles of Permaculture, regenerative and sustainable living. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or new to the concept of permaculture, this program offers a wealth of knowledge, practical skills, and a chance to contribute to a greener world. Registration is now open for those interested in becoming a student of permaculture. Secure your spot and embark on a journey towards sustainability and ecological stewardship. Click here to register and / or share with your network.

And that's not all! In the spirit of Earth Month and our dedication to spreading and inspiring many about sustainable living, we are excited to invite you to our Permaculture Abundance Open House. Join us on April 21, 2024 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Experience firsthand the power of permaculture principles demonstrated right in a back and front yard setting. This tour is an invitation to the public to see how integrating permaculture concepts can transform our living spaces into abundant, self-sustaining and life supporting ecosystems. Here are a few examples of the types of concepts you will see demonstrated:

Rainwater Harvesting: passive and active

  • Greywater Reclamation System (Laundry to Landscape)

  • Aquaponics Food Production

  • Food Forest and Fruit tree ‘espalier’

  • Pollinator and native habitat garden

  • Solar dehydrator

  • Raised vegetable beds

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced permaculture practitioners, and see the potential of permaculture in action. Please sign up today and we will email you location details!

Elizabeth Sarmiento

Elizabeth Sarmiento has a deep love for nature and its innate value in our lives. Originally from Honduras, she has a degree in Environmental Studies and a strong commitment to conservation. She is trained and certified with Greywater Action to design and install greywater systems.  She is a certified Bay-Friendly Regional landscape designer, Santa Clara County Master Composter, Permaculture Designer, and Landscape Water Management Irrigation Training and Research Center (ITRC) Specialist.  She brings her knowledge and experience in the challenges of water supply, lost habitat, soil depletion and energy demands to design, install and maintain ecological gardens and empower others with this understanding. Using ecological principles she installs native and drought-tolerant plants, drip and greywater irrigation system, rainwater systems, pervious paving, and reusable materials.

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