86% of the people in Alameda believe that climate change is happening and 77% of Alamedans think community members can do more.*
Alameda at a glance
What can YOU do? We're glad you asked!
Alameda can make a world of difference because we can all do something.
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What inspires you? Discover your solutions here:
Actions You Can Take Right Now
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TRANSPORTATION
ENERGY & BUILDINGS
FOOD & FOOD WASTE
What can you do?
See what's happening in your community:
Find businesses, non-profit organizations, and city & county climate action departments and agencies, all doing something to be part of the solution -
then reach out and connect!
Community Actions
It's always easier - and more fun - to take actions with others
W. Oakland Env. Indicators Project
local, advocacy, energy & buildings
The West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project is a resident led, community-based environmental justice organization dedicated to achieving healthy homes, healthy jobs and healthy neighborhoods for all who live, work, learn and play in West Oakland, California.
Sunrise Bay Area
advocacy
This is one of the Sunrise Movements +270 hubs all around the United States. A movement of young people mobilizing to combat climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process.
Sunflower Alliance
local, advocacy, energy & buildings
The Sunflower Alliance fights for environmental justice, indigenous people’s rights, and basic health and safety of East Bay communities threatened by the fossil fuel industry, as well as reduce pollution from and clean-up of past contamination caused by fossil fuel industries.
Berkeley Climate Action Coaltion
local, education, food & food waste, energy & buildings
Inspiring and building a sustainable, healthy, and just future for the East Bay, California, and beyond.
Local Clean Energy Alliance
local, advocacy, energy & buildings
The mission of the Local Clean Energy Alliance is to promote the development and democratization of local renewable energy resources as key to addressing climate change, advancing social and racial justice, and building sustainable and resilient communities.
Youth Vs. Apocalypse
local, advocacy, education, lifestyle
Youth Vs. Apocalypse is a diverse network of young climate justice activists working together to lift the voices of youth, in particular youth of color, and fight for a livable climate and an equitable, sustainable, and just world.
Sierra Club- SF Bay Area
advocacy, lifestyle
Our mission is to protect the Bay Area's environment. To promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources. To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
Berkeley Neighbors for Housing & Climate
local, advocacy, energy & buildings, transportation
BNHCA is dedicated to supporting climate and housing action in Berkeley!
Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda
local, education, energy & buildings, transportation
CASA is a community-wide coalition dedicated to raising awareness, mobilizing community action, and facilitating the implementation of programs to achieve the goal of Alameda’s Climate Action and Resiliency Plan and to increase community sustainability and well-being.
Transition Berkeley
local, food & food waste
Transition Berkeley brings neighbors and community members together to build a more equitable, regenerative, self-reliant future. We envision a strong, diverse local economy, with greatly reduced dependence on fossil fuels, and a healthy, cooperative, rewarding community life.
Communities for a Better Environment
local, advocacy, food & food waste, energy & buildings
The mission of CBE is to build people’s power in California’s communities of color and low income communities to achieve environmental health and justice by preventing and reducing pollution and building green, healthy and sustainable communities and environments.
No Coal in Oakland
local, advocacy, education, lifestyle, energy & buildings
No Coal in Oakland is a grassroots organization campaigning to stop the threat of coal being transported by rail into Oakland for export overseas.
Strategic Businesses
Find businesses near you that are Certified Green
Local businesses that are doing the right thing would certainly appreciate your support. Find one near you!
Are you interested in becoming a Green Business?
The Alameda County Green Business Program helps businesses follow best practices for energy and water conservation, waste management, and more. Hundreds of Alameda County businesses and public agencies have been certified as green businesses. Becoming a green business and letting your customers know translates directly to the bottom line. Customers prefer doing business with companies who protect the environment.
Engaged Governments
Local governments can make all the difference - learn what yours is doing
COUNTY OF ALAMEDA:
Alameda County's Sustainability Team has a clear vision for how to make Alameda County one of the best places in the country to live, work, and do business. Environment/sustainability is an integral part of that vision. The actions they take provide many benefits to our communities, including saving taxpayer dollars, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, saving energy, saving water, reducing waste, and preserving resources for current and future generations.
Explore countywide sustainability resources, or find your local government below.
CITIES, TOWNS & AGENCIES:
Piedmont
Public Works- Sustainability Division
Alameda
Citywide Projects- Climate Action and Environmental Sustainability in Alameda
Pleasanton
Operations Services- Environmental Services
Livermore
NO SUSTAINABILITY/CLIMATE INITIATIVES CURRENTLY
San Leandro
City Manager- Sustainability
