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A Not-So-Scary Guide to a Greener Fall

Published on October 20, 2026

We are on a mission to reduce emissions and the magic is you can help us achieve our goals while saving money and time too.

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Sustaining Our Future: Together We're on a Path to Reduce GHGs

Published on September 23, 2026

Check out part two of the Sustaining Our Future community update to take a closer look at how Palo Alto is building climate resilience. From the Palo Alto Horizontal Levee Pilot Project taking shape at the Baylands Nature Preserve, to other major capital projects happening behind the scenes, here’s what’s underway across our community as we work toward our mission to reduce emissions by 80%.

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Sustaining Our Future – We’re on a Mission to Reduce Emissions 80%

Published on September 04, 2026

Sustaining Our Future means that, taken together, all elements of our Sustainability and Climate Action Plan strive to support Palo Alto’s future through sustainability and climate action changes.

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Back to School in Palo Alto: Travel Safely & Plan Ahead

Published on August 10, 2026

Before school starts, take time to review your route, check for construction that could affect your trip and become familiar with current bicycle and e-bike safety rules.

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Quick Tips: Stay Safe and Keep Cool During Extreme Heat

Published on July 16, 2026

The City has options to help when the heat is on.

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Sustainability Newsletter and Climate Action Blog Archives

Sustainability e-News

September 2026: Meet the Youth Climate Advisory Board, e-Bike Safety and Guidance, Horizontal Levee Pilot Completion Celebration, & More
June 2026: Wildfire Season, Proclamation Honoring Youth Leadership, Bike/Ped Plan, & more!
February 2026: Planning for the Future of Sustainability and Climate Action
October 2025: Comment on the Bike/Ped Plan, Refer a Neighbor & Earn, and more
August 2025: Be a Sustainability Eco-Hero - Resources to Help You Act Now
April 2025: Apply for the Youth Climate Advisory Board
February 2025: S/CAP Progress and Earth Day News
September 2024: Fall in Love with Sustainability
May 2024: Bike for the Planet, Switch to a New Water Heater, and Explore Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
April 2024: Happy Earth Month! Earth Day is Monday, April 22
February 2024: S/CAP Progress, Earth Day Festival, Canopy Tree Plotter, & More
November 2023: Give Thanks, Help the Planet, Winter Efficiency Tips, & More
October 2023: Clean Up with a New Water Heater, Celebrate Halloween Sustainably, & More
July 2023: S/CAP Milestone Achieved and Ways To Save this Summer
May 2023: Upcoming S/CAP Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
April 2023: How to Celebrate Earth Month in Palo Alto
March 2023: New City Ride-share Service, a Bay Area Policy to Phase Out Gas Appliances, & More
February 2023: How to Save on Heating Costs, Active Transportation Tips, & More

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Climate Action Blogs

October 2026: A Not-So-Scary Guide to a Greener Fall
September 2026: Sustaining Our Future - We're on a Mission to Reduce Emissions Part 1 and Part 2
August 2026: Back to School: Travel Safely & Plan Ahead
July 2026: Every Drop Counts: Simple Ways to Save Water This Summer
June 2026: Climate Resilience: Preparing for Wildfire Season
May 2026: Simple Habits, Big Impact: Events to Help You Take Simple Sustainable Actions
April 2026, celebrating Earth Month with two articles: Planning Ahead: What's Next for Climate Action in Palo Alto and Earth Month is Community and Connection in Action
March 2026: Show Your Home (and the Planet) Some Love this Spring
January 2026: Planning for the Future of Sustainability and Climate Action to Reach Our 80 x 30 Goal
December 2025: Ways You Can Advance Sustainable Goals in 2026
November 2025: From Your Back Yard to the Bay - Preparing and Adapting to the Impacts of Climate Change
September and October 2025: Young Eco-Heroes Take Action Part 1 and Part 2
July 2025: Be Cool This Summer by Switching from Gas to Electric
June 2025: Stay Chill & Save the Planet this Summer
May 2025: May You Be Well & Sustainable
April 2025, celebrating Earth Month with two articles: Commit to a Greener Community and Celebrate Earth Month Together and Plant Seeds for Change
March 2025: Roll and Stroll into Spring
February 2025: Zero Waste Living for Love
November 2024: Sustainability for a Greener Holiday Season
October 2024: The Ultimate Palo Alto Halloween Community Guide
September 2024: Fall in Love with Sustainability
May 2024: Bike for the Planet
April 2024: Every Action Counts this Earth Month
February 2024: Emergency Preparation in an Electric Future
January 2024: Progress on Sustainability and Climate Action Goals
December 2023: Have a Festive & Sustainable Holiday Season
November 2023: Give Thanks, Help the Planet!
October 2023: Clean Up With a New Water Heater
August 2023: Plant Based Diets, Plus Recipes & Tips for Zero Waste Living
June 2023: Major Milestone Achieved Advancing Sustainability & Climate Action Roadmap
May 2023: All About Biking
March 2023: Take Local Climate Action This Earth Month
February 2023: New Study Released Detailing Health Risks of Natural Gas Use in Homes & Ways to Switch to Electric Appliances
November 2022: Electrify Your Home & Other Sustainability News
September 2022: Resources to Take Local Climate Action & Connect as a Community
July 2022: Start Your Home Electrification Journey & Make the Switch from Gas to Electric
June 2022: Three Ways to Act Locally to Have a Global Impact
April 2022: Take Climate Action for Earth Day
March 2022: Preparing for Earth Month
February 2022: Funding and Financing Building Electrification
January 2022: Climate Impacts
December 2021: How to Reduce Transportation Emissions
November 2021: Electric Vehicles Move Forward Climate Goals
October 2021: The Role of Non-Residential Building Electrification
September 2021: How Electric Appliances Can Help us Meet our Climate Goals
August 2021: New Ad Hoc Committee Advances Council’s Sustainability & Climate Action Planning