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 March 9, 2010)

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

"Broom Buster" Volunteer Event March 13 Help pull invasive scotch broom from the Hillside Natural Area - 10 AM to 4 PM Brough to you by El Cerrito Green Teams Download the event flyer (PDF, 1306Kb) Baxter Creek Work Party March 22 An “alternative spring break” service activity in association with Friends of Five Creeks March Green Team Clean-up March 28 Clean-up the Ohlone Greenway and Cerrito Creek. Remove litter and trash and keep pollution from flowing to the bay. Brough to you by El Cerrito Green Teams Download the event flyer (PDF, 2314Kb) Earth Day Celebration April 24 Pre-register today! Click on the link above. More details coming 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 10! 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.