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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Newly Signed Bill Aims to Eliminate Harmful Rodenticides
Much to everyone’s dismay, anti-coagulant rodenticides have been showing up in the news all too often as the cause of death of local wildlife such as mountain lions, bobcats, and hawks who prey on rodents as a food source. Unfortunately...
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Plastics Recycling
OCTOBER 2020: The development and widespread use of plastics over the last 60 years has fundamentally changed the way we live. From food and beverage packaging, medical supplies, sporting equipment, to a never-ending list of...
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Sustainability and the General Plan
OCTOBER 2020: As part of its General Plan update the City held a GPAC (General Plan Advisory Committee) meeting on September 24 on the topic of Sustainability. For those who couldn’t make it to the live session the agenda, presentation, and...
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Half of the Severe Air Pollution Health Issues in the US Are in CA!
SEPTEMBER 2020: There are two main components of air quality that affect health. One is particulate matter and the other is ozone. Particulate matter are particles less than 2.5 micrometres in size that can remain suspended in the air for a long time. These small particles can lodge deep in...
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Solarize!
SEPTEMBER 2020: Now is a great time to consider going solar. A solar photovoltaic system not only provides renewable energy, but also saves you money over...
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