San Francisco Environment Department

Join a biking and rolling community open house near you! 🚲 Join us for open houses across SF this July and August to share your thoughts on the Biking and Rolling Plan: Active Communities. This 2-year project aims to reshape our city’s biking and rolling infrastructure to improve mobility for all residents over the next 10-15 years. These open houses are a great chance to provide feedback on proposed policies and programs and help shape a plan that includes all types of mobility devices and prioritizes equity. Your input will help address community needs and advance our city's goals for safety, climate action, and accessibility! Check out the upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/gr5GsNSu 📷 Photo credit: SFMTA

Hey San Francisco! Did you know our city’s composting model is a global success story? 🌍 Let's continue to lead the way in sustainability! Not only is composting one of the easiest ways to combat climate change, but it also has incredible benefits for our environment. By composting, we're saving water, enriching our soil with nutrients, and even reducing fire risks! 🔥💧 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g6aNrAbX San Francisco Apartment Association

San Francisco Environment Department is excited to announce our inaugural "Life’s Better Electric" home tour! 🏡 We are seeking enthusiastic hosts who have adopted electrification measures in their homes and are eager to share their green living experiences with the community. Learn more and apply by 8/2: https://lnkd.in/g_dpyxFi

The application deadline has been extended to 7/26! 📢 Want to help advance climate protection and enhance quality of life for all San Franciscans? We're #hiring for the following role: Program Manager – Zero Waste (5644 PCS) 📅 New deadline: 7/26 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gUDCGmby

“Food is not meant to be wasted, it's meant to be shared" - Maen Mahfoud, founder of Replate. We are thrilled to share a snippet of Replate's efforts to combat food waste, reduce food insecurity, and build stronger communities in this video by BBC. We provided a grant with Replate in order to initiate their food recovery program with the Chase Center.

Ever wonder what to plant in your San Francisco garden to attract buzzing pollinators? SF Environment has you covered with our list of 5 accessible native plants to keep your garden blooming year-round! 🏡 🌼 Native plants in SF, over 450 species strong, are ideal for supporting local wildlife as they have evolved right in our neighborhoods alongside our local wildlife for thousands of years! These plants provide essential food and habitat for native pollinators, support local biodiversity, and enhance the natural beauty of our landscape! ➡️ Explore our list in the latest blog piece here: https://lnkd.in/g-T6gcjG

Meet Agustina Mogetta (she/her), a Climate Research Associate at SF Environment! Agustina felt connected to the nature around her from a young age, leading her to study environmental management and protection in college. Learning about the different environmental issues ignited her passion to find solutions that will positively serve her community members and the world they live in. Agustina joined SF Environment to fulfill her passions by supporting climate programs and policies that directly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve daily life for San Francisco residents. Through her work in home electrification programs, she does both! She connects with residents on a personal level during heat pump water heater installations in their homes through the City’s free installation program. She enjoys helping residents experience the benefits of home electrification such as enhanced performance efficiency, increased comfort and resilience against the unpredictability of climate change, and improved health and safety. Here are three ways Agustina recommends trying out home electrification: 1. Try out induction cooking! Try out induction cooking before switching permanently. PG&E will loan you one for free for 2 weeks! Request one through this link: pge-induction.myturn.com 2. Get a FREE heat pump water heater! The city has a new program in which eligible residents can get a FREE heat pump water heater to replace their old gas one. Check your eligibility and apply on: climateequitysf.org 3. Switch to renewable energy! San Francisco's grid is powered almost 100% by renewable energy. To ensure you are using clean energy sign up for https://lnkd.in/gtu3peJA or https://lnkd.in/gpVhcB5 To learn more about ways you can electrify your home, visit https://lnkd.in/ggvbPRK4 #FacesofSF

📢 Want to help advance climate protection and enhance quality of life for all San Franciscans? We're #hiring for the following role: Senior Community Engagement Coordinator – (5642 PCS) 📅 Deadline: 7/11 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gQrnckxk

📢 Want to help advance climate protection and enhance quality of life for all San Franciscans? We're #hiring for the following role: Program Manager – Zero Waste (5644 PCS) 📅 Deadline: 7/11 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gUDCGmby

Do you live in a fully or partially electrified home? Share your carbon-neutral lifestyle with your community! The San Francisco American Institute of Architects (AIASF) annual home tour will take place on September 21st, 2024 to showcase some of San Francisco’s innovative home designs. This year AIASF is seeking homes to highlight electrified living and demonstrate design that contributes to improved quality of life and environmental health. Learn more about the program and how to apply by June 7th: https://lnkd.in/gPxXexWf