Eco-Friendly Airport | New Bike Share: Golden State Goes Green

CALIFORNIA — California is one of the most environmentally-friendly states in the U.S. This month, an FAA grant will help an airport go green, a reusable to-go cup service was launched, and a school district committed to sustainable "environmentally sound" schools.

Plus, a young girl inspired by activist Greta Thunberg has her own message: "Your House Is On Fire." A high school club was recognized for their environmental efforts and a city was also recognized for addressing climate change. Lastly, home chefs can now start cooking up Impossible Burgers, because they hit store shelves this month.

California makes strides to become more environmentally-friendly on a daily basis. Here are some stories about how the Golden State is going green:

Loudest Little Shout: Livermore Girl Goes Solo To Save Planet
Inspired by environmental activist Greta Thunberg, Savannah Fields took to streets Friday with a strong message: "Your House Is On Fire."

FAA Grant Helps John Wayne Airport Go Green With Shuttle Busses
John Wayne Airport intends on using grant money for lowering shuttle bus emissions and improving vehicle traffic.

Reusable To-Go Cup Service Launched In Berkeley
The stainless steel cups are checked out by customers and returned to any participating business within 5 days.

PVUSD Commits To Sustainable, 'Environmentally Sound' Schools
The PVUSD passed a resolution, "Commitment to Promote Sustainability and Healthy and Environmentally Sound Schools."

Red-Legged Frog Recovery In Yosemite Hits Milestone
The species vanished from the park for 50 years. Then, the San Francisco Zoo stepped in.

HOPR Bike Share Opens In Fremont
The bikes are GPS-enabled, making them easy to find around town.

Amador Valley HS Club Recognized For Environmental Efforts
Officers from the 2018-19 Amador Valley High School Local Leaders of the 21st Club were awarded the "Next Generation Recycler" Award.

Impossible Burger: Now At A Gelson's Grocery Store Near You

The plant-based patty is in more than 17,000 restaurants, now it will be available at 27 locations in Southern California.

City of Santa Cruz Recognized For Addressing Climate Change
The city will be receiving a Silver Level Beacon Award for achievements completed over the past decade.

Pollution In Water Runoff: Danville Holds Special Study Session

Danville's "Green Infrastructure" plan reduces runoff and pollutants by dispersing water to vegetated areas.

Rare, Endangered Orchid Blooms In Berkeley

Phragmipedium kovachii from Peru is listed as critically endangered by the Red List of the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

Here's A Tip To Go Green: If you're looking to reduce your waste and lead a more sustainable life, consider swapping out some of your single-use plastic products for reusable versions.

According to the nonprofit organization Green America, here are some simple swaps to reduce your single-use plastic usage:

• Swap disposable plastic bags for resuable versions — some brands even use recycled plastic bottles to make them
• Skip buying new wrapping paper and tissue — reuse leftover materials, or get creative with newspaper and reusable fabric gift bags.
• Consider swapping your plastic toothbrush for its bamboo counterpart — look for companies that package their bamboo brushes in recyclable packaging, too.
• When stocking up on produce during your next trip to the grocery store, bring some cloth produce bags with you. If you don't have any yet, try reusing produce bags or plastic bags from home.