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Discover Sustainable Living in Santa Barbara

Welcome to Bluedot Living Santa Barbara, your go-to source for climate news and solutions on The American Riviera. Meet your neighbors who are taking steps toward change, browse local in-season recipes, and find advice on ways to reduce your impact on Earth at home and in your neighborhood.

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This free magazine is available at many places where you pick up the Santa Barbara Independent.

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highlighting changemakers in our community

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Dear Dot

Dear Dot: Can I Reuse Cooking Oil?

Reusing cooking oil is safe and smart: just cool it, strain out food bits, store it in a labeled (non-plastic) container, and reuse it up to about 10 times.

Dear Dot: How Safe is My Tap Water?

Is tap water safer than bottled or spring water? Expert insights reveal why tap water remains a safe, cost-effective, and eco-friendly choice.

Dear Dot: I Abandoned My Compost Bin! Can I Fix It?

In response to a reader's inquiry about an abandoned compost barrel, Dot shared advice from expert Cass Marketos.

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