Program Areas

The City of El Cerrito Environmental Services Division serves as a clear point of contact for the community regarding environmental concerns. The Division combines the City's long-standing commitment to environmental protection and a concern for sustainability. Click on the titles below or the links at left for more information

Buildings and Neighborhoods
Green Building Resources and Programs
Streetscapes and Infrastructure

Energy & Climate
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs
Climate Action Plan

Landscape & Water
El Cerrito's Natural Urban Environment
Creeks in El Cerrito
Storm Water Management

Transportation & Air Quality
Bicycles and Pedestrians
Bike Lockers
Air Quality Improvements

Waste & Recycling
Recycling Programs
Citywide Garage Sale
Electronic Waste Events

Resources

Get Involved
Green Business
Green Government

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Website Updated January 21, 2010
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News, Events and Activities

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(Updated February 1, 2010)

Get Involved! Support ongoing environmental quality efforts in El Cerrito.

Special Recycling Event February 27 For CFLs, medicines, needles and thermometers. 9 AM to Noon at the Recycling Center. Spring Clean-up at Baxter Creek March 22 An “alternative spring break” service activity in association with Friends of Five Creeks - contact f5creeks@aol.com or (510) 848-9358 for more information. Earth Day Celebration April 24 Pre-register today! Click on the link above. Stay tuned for more details in March. Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour May 2 Register today! Click on the link above. Download the event flyer (PDF, 299Kb). Healthy Gardens Workshop May 15 Register today! Click on the link above. Deadline to register is May 1! Spring Citywide Garage Sale May 22 Register to host a sale today! Click on the link above. Shop the garage sale - check back to this site for details.