News, Updates and Education

From time-to-time we’ll be posting articles and news items here in an effort to help educate our community about the benefits of green living and environmental consciousness. So check back often!

Recent News and Articles

Rainwater Catchment – Why and How?

When it comes to saving the plant, most people think rainwater catchment is insignificant and not worth the effort. Fortunately, they are wrong.

Posted in: How-To Articles

New Website – Authorized for Launch!!!

This newsletter is an introduction to Allterra Environmental, Incorporated. Read on to learn who we are, what we are all about, and how we plan to improve our local and regional communities. If you want to learn more about Allterra, we encourage you to explore our website at www.allterraenv.com.

Posted in: News and Events

Federal Grant for Solar Loans

SANTA CRUZ – What’s likely to become the nation’s largest solar loan program is in line for $16.5 million of stimulus funds, setting the stage for potentially hundreds of millions of dollars for small energy projects across California, including Santa Cruz County.

Posted in: News and Events

Cost of Solar Panels Set to Drop

The cost of installing and owning solar panels will fall even faster than expected according to new research.
Tests show that 90% of existing solar panels last for 30 years, instead of the predicted 20 years.

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