Sustainable Ventura's Podcast

Everyone loves a clean house, but not everyone loves the process of cleaning a house! Household cleaning products often contain harsh chemicals that can potentially irritate our skin, burn our eyes, or contribute to long-term health consequences. In this Sustainable Ventura News PODCAST City of Ventura Environmental Specialist Tobie Mitchell shares some important tips to clean your home in a healthy, safe, and environmentally-friendly way. HELPFUL GREEN LINKS: DIY Green Cleaning Ideas, Click Here. Environmental Working Group's Guide to Healthy Cleaning:  EWG.org EPA Safer Choice Standard: epa.gov/saferchoice Green Seal: greenseal.org EcoLogo: industries.ul.com/environment Each month, the City of Ventura opens its Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center, where city residents can bring up to 15 gallons of liquid chemicals. The Center is open the third Saturday of the month (except December). Because of the popularity of this event, we ask that you call the City to make a reservation at 805-652-4525 an