San Francisco Environment Department

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📢 Want to help advance climate protection and enhance quality of life for all San Franciscans? We're #hiring for the following role: Senior Environmental Justice Coordinator (5642) 📅 Deadline: 9/3 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g4DzFBPg

The results reveal that since 1990, the City’s overall emissions are down 48% and per capita emissions are down 53% below 1990 levels, despite the city experiencing a population growth of 12% within that same time! SF has been a leader in promoting a low-carbon economy, recognizing that reducing emissions is both essential for the environment and for spurring economic development. ➡️ More here: https://lnkd.in/gZichNBV

San Francisco Environment Department (SFE) wins $1 million from the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Environmental Justice Government-to-Government (EJG2G) program to support community-led climate action! This grant will advance SFE's Environmental Justice (EJ) work by empowering communities to take the driver’s seat in transforming their neighborhoods with urban greening, workforce development, and other environmental projects. This includes offering grants and incentives to community-based organizations and small businesses to implement climate justice projects, as well as leveraging insights from community-led efforts to inform and shape the implementation of the city’s Environmental Justice Framework. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gs4nkEXJ

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