Thousand Oaks, CA
Home MenuThe Sustainability Division falls under the Public Works Department and is responsible for management of solid and hazardous waste, including fire debris removal, and for developing programs to reduce energy and water use. The Division also heads up green business certification, development of a community energy action plan, and clean energy programs including coordination with the Clean Power Alliance. The City of Thousand Oaks prides itself in environmental leadership and employs over 60% alternative fuel vehicles in its fleet, and encourages the use of bicycles and public transit.
In 2018, the Division completed a Sustainability Plan for Municipal Operations, and is developing an inventory of greenhouse gas emissions as part of a citywide Climate Action Plan. Stay informed by signing up to receive our monthly e-newsletter and be sure to check this page for regularly updated news articles. Through implementation of these plans, the Division is striving to reduce the environmental impact of our community.
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The day is near!! 14 Days ‘til the Ride of Silence 2021.
This will be the 13th year for the event in the City of Thousand Oaks. The Thousand Oaks Ride of Silence is part of a world-wide event uniting bicyclists globally in honoring those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways.
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And the fastest-growing waste stream is……
April 2021: A collection of old cords and electronics somewhere in the house is an all-too-familiar occurrence for many of us.
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Lease a new car for less than $40/month?
April 2021: Have you seen headlines about leasing a new car for less than $40 per month and wondered if they were true? Or have you seen the recent article with a headline about an Electric Vehicle (EV) owner only taking seconds to charge their car and wondered if that was possible? Get the answers
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Water, trash, recycling, and environmental quality of life issues
April 2021: For Earth Day, pledge to join us online on April 28 from 6:00-8:00 pm to help develop local solutions to climate change. This meeting will cover water, solid waste, and recycling, as well as environmental quality of life issues.
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Where do I take my paint and what happens to it at the end of its life?
April 2021: Wherever you live, chances are you have a can of paint somewhere in your home. When the time comes to get rid of it...
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