Achieving a More Environmentally Active and Sustainable San Carlos
San
Carlos Green is a community task force whose goal is to
inspire a more environmentally conscious and sustainable community.
We engage City government, residents and the business community in environmental
initiatives that promote
sustainable practices such as:
Reducing Waste and Hazardous Materials
Increasing Energy and Water Conservation
Promoting Green Building Practices
Combating Climate Change
Improving Sustainable Landscaping Practices
Enhancing the Urban Tree Canopy
Articulating City Policy that Achieves Environmental Objectives
Join the San Carlos Green mailing list to
stay informed on projects, educational opportunities
or to become more involved.
Eight San Carlos schools celebrated Earth Day with the announcement of the Live Green Challenge results and winners of the program organized by San Carlos Green. Approximately 3,000 students participated in the Challenge which engaged students and their families to become more aware of their environmental impact and learn ways to save energy and water, reduce consumption and waste, and make changes in their transportation choices. Learn More
Students at White Oaks School plant a tree in celebration of the Live Green Challenge and Earth Day
New Curbside Pickup of your Hazardous Household Waste May 1 San Carlos residents will have a new curbside collection program that provides a
safe and convenient way to properly recycle old paint, solvents, insecticides,
cleaning products, fluorescent lamps, laptops, computers, monitors, TVs and
sharps. This innovative program benefits San Carlos by providing a convenient
way for residents to clean out their garage of this old hazardous material.
Also, many residents may improperly dispose of these hazardous materials which
then pollute our water and air. Read More and set up your next pickup of HHW!
San
Carlos City Council is Creating a Green Building Ordinance! The
San
Carlos City Council voted to include a Green Building Ordinance in the City's Climate Action Plan which lays a vision for meeting our emission reduction goal while reducing energy and water use and increasing waste diversion from buildings while saving natural resources and improving health. Buildings produce nearly 40% of our City's greenhouse gas emissions and this measure has the highest impact on those emissions while providing the second highest return on investment. The City is now in the process of developing a new ordinance to meet the goals of all stakeholders. We thank the Mayor and City Council for voting for a Green Building Ordinance in the Climate Action Plan to reduce our community's carbon footprint and protect our
future.
Read the compelling reasons
we provided to Council in support of a Green Building Ordinance. We encourage you
to stay informed and get involved by attending upcoming City meetings
and reviewing related announcements and materials
on the Climate Action Blog.
Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Programs for Low Income, Elderly, or Disabled Residents
Programs provide free weatherization to homes to save energy year round. On average, weatherization can reduce heating bills by 31% and overall energy bills by $274 per year.
Learn about the free programs for San Carlos Residents including attic insulation, weather stripping and door replacement, CFLs, thermostats and appliances.
Bike Buddies is a grass-roots, family oriented group that aims to support cycling in San Carlos by bringing together a community of people in a monthly Community Bike Ride. They also share knowledge about safety, equipment and local bike routs. Rides are held on the 3rd Saturday of every month rain or shine and are appropriate for all levels. Learn more about joining this fun group and promote our bike-friendly community! More . . .
San Mateo County Green Business Program Building a Greener Business Community one Business at a Time
Are
you a small business that wants to go Green? San Mateo County is now
offering a chance for small and medium size businesses to become a
Green
Business. The county supervisor's office, the San Carlos Chamber of
Commerce and the City of San Carlos have been working together to
develop this voluntary program that can benefit the environment and the business
community in several ways. Learn More
NEWS and EVENTS. . . . .
Bike Buddies Rides - 3rd Saturday of Every Month Great for the whole family! Meet at 10:30am in front of the Library Learn More
