87% of the people in Alameda believe that climate change is happening and 73% of Alamedans think community members can do more.*

*see Alameda County Climate Opinion Fact Sheet from

the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

Alameda at a glance

What can YOU do? We're glad you asked!

Alameda can make a world of difference -

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.

Get Inspired, Alameda!

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Asian Pacific Environmental Network

APEN has been organizing frontline Asian American immigrant and refugee communities, fighting the state's biggest polluters. APEN started in the East Bay, where thousands of displaced refugees had settled. Their new neighborhoods were surrounded by over 350 polluting toxic sites, contributing to the highest rates of asthma and cancer in the county. APEN brought young people and elders together to take on the world’s biggest polluters so communities can breathe clean air and build the healthy neighborhoods everyone deserves. APEN advocates for a Green New Deal.

What inspires you? Discover your solutions here:

Actions You Can Take Right Now

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TRANSPORTATION

ENERGY & BUILDINGS

FOOD & FOOD WASTE

Community-Led Actions

It's always easier - and more fun - to take actions with others

Explore these groups and join those that align with your interests. This will never be a "complete list", so let us know about organizations that should be added: drop us a note at info@ActNowBayArea.org.

Berkeley Neighbors for Housing & Climate

local, advocacy, energy & buildings, transportation

BNHCA is dedicated to supporting climate and housing action in Berkeley!

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.