Climate Action Stories, News, and Updates
04/21/26
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Welcome to the County of San Diego's Climate Action e-Newsletter, featuring recent accomplishments, news, and data-driven status reports on the implementation of County sustainability programs and the Climate Action Plan.
Explore how Earth Month began and how it has evolved over the decades
into a global effort focused on environmental justice, sustainability,
and meaningful social progress.
Find out how you can get involved this year and make
a positive impact!
The Peregrine Falcon is renowned for its incredible speed, remarkable
hunting skills, and striking appearance, making it one of the most
iconic and easily recognized birds of prey in San Diego County.
Learn how this species made a comeback, thanks to
dedicated conservation efforts.
The Waterscape Rebate Program provides technical guidance and
financial incentives to help homeowners and businesses enhance water
quality and reduce water use through sustainable landscaping
practices.
Reduce your water use, save on your bills, and take
advantage of a rebate by applying now.
Improve your emergency readiness by staying up to date on important information, building a clear preparedness plan, and understanding useful strategies that can help protect you during a crisis.
Follow step‑by‑step guidance to develop your own
emergency plan today!
The County’s Do‑It‑Yourself Sustainability Toolkit Program loans out
toolkits at no cost, offering practical, hands‑on resources to help
you conserve energy and water at home.
Reserve a toolkit today to borrow it and start
saving!
The San Diego Solar Equity Program provides financial assistance to
eligible homeowners in unincorporated areas of San Diego County to
help them install solar energy systems.
Review the eligibility requirements and see how you
can apply.
Join thousands for SANDAG Bike Anywhere Day on Thursday, May 21 by
biking to work, school, the beach, or one of 100 pit stops throughout
San Diego.
Register for the event to receive the latest
information.
The 2nd Annual San Diego Climate Week (SDCW) is soliciting poster designs by young artists to help show the world what "Unity" looks like in our local environment.
Visit the SDCW website to learn more about the youth
poster contest.
Featured Dates
- 04/25: Annual Creek to Bay Clean Up Day (County)
- 05/02: Watershed Warriors Community Clean Up (Case De Oro)
- 05/02: Raising Backyard Chickens Workshop (Fallbrook)
- 05/09: All About Composting with Worms Workshop (Rancho San Diego)
- 05/09: Manure Composting Made Easy Workshop (Fallbrook)
- 05/09: The Wonders of Composting with Worms (Encinitas)
- 05/09: Watershed Warriors Community Clean Up (Pine Valley)
- 05/09: Watershed Warriors Community Clean Up (Ramona)
- 05/16: Watershed Warriors Community Clean Up (El Cajon)
- 05/16: Backyard Composting and Bokashi Basics Workshop (Descanso)
Climate Action Links