Exciting news! This week, TreePeople’s rainwater capture leadership in a drought-stricken LA was highlighted in two national stories. Last Sunday the New York Times’ piece, “Storm Water, Long a Nuisance, May Be a Parched California’s Salvation,” quoted our Founder and President, Andy Lipkis pointing out, “There’s a massive amount of water we throw away.” Even…

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How did you first hear about TreePeople? Probably word of mouth. Maybe a friend invited you to plant trees with them at one of our volunteer events, or shared one of our blogs on Facebook. Word of mouth is a powerful tool. As a non-profit, it’s a tool we rely on to grow our organization…

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It’s no secret. Los Angeles needs water. Even with the promise of this year’s El Niño rains, California’s drought is expected to continue. It’s time to rethink how we use this precious resource. Think about it. We import 80 percent of our water. In an average four-person household, 68 percent of our water is used…

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Don’t let this warm weather fool you! The El Niño storm season has begun and forecasters are predicting more storms through April. If storms roll through, we can anticipate flooding, mudslides and property damage. Don’t sound the alarm just yet, though. Now is the perfect time to take action. (Plus, storms or not, putting the…

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We believe access to green spaces should be a student right. Think about it. Among countless benefits, green spaces are proven to boost academic achievement, minimize the effects of ADHD and reduce stress. That’s why we love school greening projects! It’s critically linked to student success. We’re inspired by schools like El Camino High School…

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2015 was the hottest year on record. Here in California, we’ve experienced years of extreme drought and are now faced with El Niño flooding. Planet Earth desperately needs our attention and care. That’s where you come in! Support our work to grow a green LA and celebrate Earth Day in style. Gather friends and join…

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If you’ve visited our headquarters in Coldwater Canyon Park, you may have noticed a circular grasscrete in front of our Platinum LEED-certified Conference Center. Well, it’s not just decorative. It’s actually the top of a 216,000 gallon cistern that captures rainwater! (In fact, the visible grate marks only a portion of the entire 70’ x 8’ tank!)…

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Angelenos, listen up! Forecasters are anticipating some El Niño storms through March–maybe even April. If you’re looking for ways to weather the storm (pun intended!), we’ve got you covered! Here are 10 tips to keep you occupied: 1. Cook up a storm (in the storm) It can be easy to forget the impact our diet…

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Looking to give your students new learning experiences? Plant a native garden! Here are three reasons why NOW is the perfect time to start. 1. It’s HEALTHY! Did you know kids learn more when they’re given time outdoors? It’s true! Not to mention, time in green spaces is proven help kids focus and reduce the…

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“We could make a huge impact,” Carrie Wassenaar says, reflecting on simple steps people can take at home to grow a green LA. Carrie is a shining example of an Angeleno taking action. A transplant from the midwest, Carrie’s love for nature started young. “My mother was huge into gardening,” she recalled. Even after 18…

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Angelenos love parks! They beautify our city, create space for us to gather, play and protect our health. Here at TreePeople, we believe parks are a critical resource for a climate-resilient LA. Right now, citizens like you have an opportunity to provide input on the future of our parks. The County is currently involved in…

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Would you believe that this diagram represents what you can capture with just one inch of rain? Pretty impressive, huh? Capturing stormwater is rapidly becoming part of the new LA lifestyle. After all, why use drinking water on your yard when you can harvest the rain for FREE? But before you make a purchase, do…

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