79% of the people in Contra Costa believe that climate change is happening and 63% of Contra Costans think community members can do more.*

Contra Costa at a glance

* see Contra Costa Climate Opinion Fact Sheet from the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

What can YOU do?

We're glad you asked!

Contra Costa 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, Contra Costa!

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A Zero Emission Home

Contra Costa County resident Wei-Tai Kwok challenged himself in 2019 to see how hard it would really be to replace all his natural gas appliances with high-efficiency electric versions powered by 100% renewable energy. It turns out that it only took him 45 days to replace his gas cooktop with induction electric, gas furnace with heat-pump mini-splits, gas water heater with heat pump technology and gas fireplace with an electric log insert before disconnecting permanently from the gas grid.

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.

Urban Tilth

local, advocacy, food & food waste

Urban Tilth inspires, hires, and trains local residents to cultivate agriculture, feed our community, and restore relationships to land to build a more sustainable food system, within a just and healthier community.

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 Contra Costa Green Business Program helps small and medium-sized businesses find ways to minimize their impact on the environment by eliminating or reducing waste generated, finding alternatives to hazardous materials, reducing energy and water consumption, and improving the quality of air, wastewater, and storm water discharges.

Become a Certified Green Business! You're in good company: join the program that is greening California, one business at a time. Part of the statewide California Green Business Network, leading the nation in creating a vibrant green economy that makes communities healthier and more livable while conserving resources.

Engaged Governments

Local governments can make all the difference - learn what yours is doing

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY:

Contra Costa County Conservation and Development is dedicated to making communities cleaner and healthier for families, children, and future generations. The County sponsors programs that save money for residents and businesses, improve health and safety, and create jobs for the people who call Contra Costa County home.

Explore countywide sustainability resources, or find your local government below.

CITIES, TOWNS & AGENCIES: