Energy Smart Products

Vision: We choose eco smart products that reduce our carbon footprint

Almost every product and service we rely on today is manufactured with and transported by fossil fuels.

However, as we strive to become a “fossil free” community, we have the power to choose eco smart products that use fewer fossil fuels. When we opt for locally grown food, limited plastic packaging, and energy smart products, we not only reduce our carbon footprint, we support environmentally conscious businesses and our own local economy. We also have the power to reduce our impact even further by consuming less — and quite possibly enjoying our occasional purchases more.

WHAT CEC IS DOING

Reducing Disposable Plastic Bottle Use in Schools — Through CEC’s pilot project Rethink the Drink, we have installed water refill stations for students at Santa Barbara schools. These popular refill stations dispense cold, filtered water for students at Santa Barbara High School and Franklin Elementary School, Santa Barbara Junior High School, and the gym at Westmont College. We hope to expand this pilot project to more schools in the near future. > Rethink the Drink on Facebook

Reducing Plastic Bottle Waste at Events — Thanks to support from the Orfalea Foundation, CEC uses two 125-gallon Water Monster portable water dispensers at the Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival and other outdoor Santa Barbara events. The Water Monster is available for rental from CEC for your event. > This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Support Our School Programs — Tell your friends, neighbors and kids about Rethink the Drink. We hope to expand this pilot project in the coming year. If you are interested in working with us, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it today.

Rent our Water Monster — After years of trying to keep people hydrated at major events like the Earth Day Festival without providing single-use water bottles, we’ve hit on the solution. The two 125-gallon portable water dispensers are available for rent for your Santa Barbara event, marathon, fundraiser, or sporting event. > This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Bring Reusable Tote Bags — Join CEC in supporting Where’s Your Bag, a City of Santa Barbara program that aims to educate about the importance of ditching disposable bags and bringing your own reusable bag whenever you shop. > This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Shop Wisely — Check out a selection of CEC-approved products, helpful gadgets, and informative media available through Amazon.com, iTunes.com, and more. Find books, movies, LED lightbulbs, and energy smart products in our Shop.

Stay In Touch & Take Action — Be the first to hear about CEC programs and upcoming events that promote and educate about energy-smart and sustainable products. Sign up for e-mail alerts.  Connect with us via CECSB and Rethink the Drink on Facebook.