Continuing his efforts to confront the climate crisis, Mayor Todd Gloria has announced that climate action champion Shelby Rust Busό has been tapped as the City of San Diego’s new Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) following a yearlong nationwide search for the position that will lead...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recognized the City of San Diego for committing to real-world action toward a low-carbon future as an inaugural partner in the DOE’s Better Climate Challenge. Along with more...
Each year, the City’s Environmental Services Department (ESD) recognizes businesses and organizations located within the city of San Diego that have implemented or expanded innovative and successful waste reduction and recycling programs. Due to the global pandemic, the City was not able to hold...
Meet three San Diegans who are exploring the City of San Diego on two wheels. Share your photos on social media with the hashtag #BetterByBike and check out our blog at sandiego.gov/better-by-bike.
San Diego is working with other cities in our region to create a CCA program, providing customers with choice and working toward the City's 100% renewable energy goal. Visit sandiego...
Smart streetlights are advancing innovation in San Diego. We caught up with the City's Chief Sustainability Officer Cody Hooven to learn more. And we want to hear from you! The City is hosting a series of community meetings: bit.ly/2WjQoBw.
Go behind the scenes at the Miramar Landfill and learn how the City is working to divert waste, including recyclables and greenery, whenever possible in order to extend the landfill's life. Visit www.recyclingworks.com.
Since 2015, the City has partnered with the Farmers Insurance Open on a composting program to eliminate food waste at the event. This year, we also collaborated on a new waste reduction effort at Torrey Pines Municipal Golf Course.
When it rains, operators at the City’s 14 pump stations are on alert to prevent flooding and keep the water flowing.
