SF Bay Area Climate Portal

After completing a DOE sponsored demonstration project, the City of Palo Alto has decided to move forward with the installation of energy-efficient LED streetlights throughout the community.

The cities and County of Marin have formed the Marin Climate and Energy Partnership (MCEP) to share resources and expertise, and jointly hire a dedicated staff person to work with jurisdictions.

The City of El Cerrito's Energy and Water Efficiency Program is a revolving loan fund that is helping the City improve the cost and resource efficiency of City operations.

Alameda County used an inclusive process to develop their 10-year Climate Action Plan for Government Services and Operations which touches on every aspect of County operations from fleets and buildings to capital planning and how services are delivered.

Green@Home is a program aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of households by sending trained community-based volunteers to visit neighbors in their homes, install several energy-saving devices, and perform a home energy assessment (called “HouseCalls”).

Bay Area local governments are demonstrating their leadership in climate planning. 

Learn how Berkeley helps residents and businesses finance solar panels — increasing renewable energy and reducing greenhouse gasses. Photo courtesy of Sungevity Corp.