DVC increased student awareness to save our environment with “Celebrate Earth Day” event on April 22 outside of the Student Union Building.

The event on April 22 displayed various demonstrations, exhibitions, activities and services outside of the Student Union Building.

Companies and groups such as Central Contra Costa Sanitary District, Lindsay Wildlife Museum, Solar City, Enactus Business Club and the DVC Earth Club. Other booths helped address specific problems that needed attention in order to more effectively help our environment.

Central Contra Costa Sanitary District provides DVC clean and recycled water due to the grant Pleasant Hill earned to receive piping for an infrastructure.

Deborah Harris of Central Contra Costa Sanitary District stated, “the importance of this Earth Day celebration is for us to get out four main messages: flushable wipes shouldn’t be used and are not really flushable, making sure that all fats and grease are wiped off dishes to prevent overflow, methods to protect our Bay and how to safely dispose unwanted medication.”

Solar City was dedicated to letting people know about the benefits their leading solar utility company. This company provides an energy service which helps people pay less for their utilities, while efficiently helping the environment.

Erik Reimers of Solar City said, “the purpose of Solar City is to provide the United States with cheaper and greener energy. 25 percent of solar energy comes from our company.”

Scott Curry, also of Solar City said, “the most impactful way a human can reduce their carbon footprint is putting solar in first homes, then their businesses.”

DVC Earth Club set up a booth that provided people with tips, activities and information regarding what to do to help the environment in a fun way.

Romario Lukman, a member of the DVC Earth Club said, “Earth Day is a fabulous way to reassure students to not litter, save water and go green. It increases awareness, while playing games!”