Want to Volunteer to Help Others Help the Environment?

From a press release:

The South Bay Cities Council of Governments Environmental Services Center is currently recruiting community outreach volunteers.

The community outreach volunteer position is a challenging and rewarding opportunity. Individuals are able to work at the grassroots level within local communities providing environmental information that can directly influence behavior and choices. The development of relationships and one-on-one interaction makes this a volunteer opportunity perfect for those who like working with people and wish to make a difference at the community level.

We are looking for outgoing and friendly volunteers with a positive attitude that enjoy both outdoor and indoor community events. Training is provided by the SBCCOG Environmental Services Center and hours and schedules are flexible.

If you are interested in getting involved and taking action to save energy, water, and the planet, the SBCCOG’s Environmental Service Center wants you to have you as part of the team. For more information, please visit our website at www.sbesc.com or contact Volunteer Coordinator, Martha Segovia, at 310-371-7222.

Volunteer applications can be found at http:// www.sbesc.com/volunteer/application.

SBCCOG

The South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) is a joint powers authority of 16 cities and the County of Los Angeles that share the goal of maximizing the quality of life and productivity throughout the South Bay and surrounding communities. Members are Carson, El Segundo,Gardena, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lomita, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates,Torrance, and the Harbor City/San Pedro communities of the City of Los Angeles, along with theCounty of Los Angeles District 2 and 4. The SBCCOG values what makes its cities unique and independent, and realizes there are times when collective endeavors get better results. This vision of what it can do for its communities drive SBCCOG efforts and motivate its members. It can best be described three ways: Partnership, Persuasion and Performance. Since its inception in 1994 the SBCCOG has been successful in achieving goals toward that end. Visit us at www.southbaycities.org.

SBESC

The South Bay Environmental Services Center (SBESC) is the South Bay’s resource center forresidents, businesses and municipalities to access information and best practices related to energyefficiency, water conservation, recycling and transportation alternatives and the environment. SBESC staff is working with the South Bay cities to develop Climate Action Plans that significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions through local actions. Materials and tools are provided to assist in better understanding the potential for energy efficiency and water savings within homes and businesses that may very well reduce costs. A wide variety of educational seminars and practical training sessionsare hosted by SBESC. In addition, staff and volunteers participate year-round in community events to assist consumers in making informed decisions about their personal use of natural resources. The SBESC is a major program of the SBCCOG which partners with The Gas CompanySM, Southern California Edison, West Basin Municipal Water District, City of Torrance Water Department, Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and County of Los Angeles. Visit www.sbesc.com for the latest activities, schedules and opportunities to participate in a greener South Bay.

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