Sustainability Open Hours

Tuesdays 9am - 11am

Have questions or want to share comments about sustainability initiatives in Mill Valley or Tiburon? Come speak to the Climate Action Coordinator during virtual open hours! They will operate on a first come first serve basis and be held weekly via Zoom.

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Navigating SB 1383 and the Reusable Foodware Ordinance In Person Program at Mill Valley Library

February 28th 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for an informative session where Mill Valley's Climate Action Coordinator will delve into the intricacies of California's composting regulations under SB 1383 and the new Reusable Foodware Ordinance. Discover what these regulations mean for residents and businesses alike, as we unravel the key components and implications for sustainable living and waste reduction. We will guide you through the steps to comply with SB 1383, explore the benefits of embracing reusable foodware, and provide practical insights to help our community contribute to a greener, more environmentally conscious California.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and take an active role in shaping a sustainable future for Mill Valley!

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Grateful Planet: A 10-Year-Old's Vision for a Cleaner World

Meet 10-year-old environmental advocate Kiana, the brains behind Grateful Planet, a remarkable trash pickup initiative in Tiburon. With her infectious enthusiasm, Kiana is rallying the community to join the cause, proving that small hands can make a big impact in creating a cleaner, greener future for us all.

Read more about Grateful Planet and Kiana

Zero Emissions Landscaping

Beginning 2024, California will ban the sales of new gas-powered tools under 25 horsepower. Many towns and cities in Marin already have their own small engine ban:

Mill Valley: Ban on all gas powered leaf blowers

Tiburon: Ban on all gas powered leaf blowers and gas powered hedge trimmers

Are you a business or contractor? Apply for a tool voucher through the Clean Off-Road Equipment (CORE) voucher incentive project. This fund will provide small businesses (100 employees or less) with up to $25,000 in tool and battery vouchers. 

Rebates for Collecting Rainwater for Reuse

Rainwater harvesting is the practice of collecting rainwater from rooftops and storing it for later use. This practice can reduce potable water use while also helping to limit erosion and polluted runoff that harm our creeks. Just one inch of rain on a 1,000 square-foot roof produces 600 gallons of runoff. Remember, rainwater harvesting systems and roof gutters should be cleaned seasonally.

Marin Water offers up to 50 cents per gallon of storage, not to exceed actual cost. Total rebates for rain barrels and cisterns may not exceed $1,000 per site.

Learn more about this program

Marin Sustainability Tracker

Are you familiar with the Marin Sustainability Tracker? This tool from the Marin Climate and Energy Partnership (MCEP) is an interactive map that shows how each jurisdiction is doing in terms of sustainable development. It covers categories such as energy, transportation, green house gas emissions, waste, and water.

Check out the tracker here

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