Climate Action Stories, News, and Updates
10/21/26
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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 local energy efficiency programs that help residents, businesses, and communities save on energy costs, access clean energy upgrades, and discover career opportunities in the clean energy sector.
Learn more about the programs and find the right
energy-saving resources for you!
The County received a 2026 Beacon Leadership & Innovation Award, recognizing the robust community engagement process that informed the development of the Climate Action Plan.
Read more about the award and CAP implementation
efforts since adoption.
Learn how to prepare for potential flooding from an unusually strong El Nino this winter. This includes tips for how to stay prepared ahead of and during an event as well as links to additional resources.
Discover steps you can take to protect yourself from
potential flooding.
The Zero-Emission Equipment Voucher Program is now accepting applications for Round 2, offering eligible residents, businesses, and agricultural producers up to 50% off eligible battery-powered equipment.
Continue to stay engaged with the First-Last Mile Mobility Planning Project! You can now find the recording and summary of the project kick-off meetings held on October 7th on the Engage page, along with other tools to provide feedback.
Visit the website to watch the recording and share your input!
The County helps income-qualified homeowners in disadvantaged communities get solar panels by providing financial assistance for installation.
Round 1 of EV charger funding closes this week! Eligible, publicly accessible sites can receive up to $5,000 for Level 2 chargers and $75,000 for DC fast chargers.
Featured Dates
- 10/24: Watershed Warriors Cleanup (Spring Valley)
- 10/24: Backyard Composting Basics Workshop (Bonita)
- 10/24: Residential Cleanup Event (Ramona)
- 10/28: Preventing Food Waste at Home Webinar (Virtual)
- 11/01: Pumpkin Smash Event (Lakeside)
- 11/04: Planting for Cool Season Workshop (Casa de Oro)
- 11/06: Zero Waste 101 Presentation (4S Ranch)
- 11/07: Landscaping for Erosion Control & Pollution Prevention (Spring Valley)
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11/07: Watershed Warriors Cleanup
(Bonsall)
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