TEP Talks

Tracy Earth Project hosts educational events in the community that focus on local environmental issues. These presentations also cover sustainable best practices for businesses, residents, and families. 

August 29, 2024

"California’s Reducing Organic Waste Law (SB 1383): What You Need to Know"

Presented by:

Connie Lopes, City of Tracy

Annalisa Repetto, Delta Disposal 

Melissa Robles of Delta Disposal

California Senate Bill 1383 mandates significant reductions in organic waste diverted to landfills and greenhouse gas emissions by 2025. Complying with the organic waste disposal mandates as set out by SB 1383 can be confusing for both businesses and residents. 

Hear from our experts about how SB 1383 is being implemented in Tracy and what businesses and residents need to know about the law’s waste disposal requirements.

January 19, 2024

"Direct Air Carbon Capture"
Presented by Christian Theuer, Freddy Farah, Kirsten Ross, and Vikrum Aiyer from Heirloom

Tracy is home to the first commercial Direct Air Capture facility in the United States.

Tracy Earth Project is proud to partner with Tracy Unified School District to present the first Environmental Education series to students.

Upcoming 2024 TEP Talks

SPRING/SUMMER 2024:

 Tracy Renewable Energy

 ValleyLink Project

 Regenerative Gardening


Archived TEP Talks

East Bay Community Energy Review
by Juan Cortez

Justice 40 by Veronica Vargas

Regenerative Gardening by Jenny Wood