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SF Environment's Programs

SF Environment is responsible for a wide range of programs that constitute a core part of the City & County’s vision for sustainability.

Zero Waste

Zero waste is complete Waste Reduction & Reuse followed by total Recycling and Composting by all producers and consumers to avoid the final option of Disposal. It is a full system redesign to achieve maximum resource efficiency and sustainable economic development which San Francisco supports.

Toxics Reduction

SF Environment’s toxics reduction program educates citizens about how they can protect themselves and the environment from untested and/or dangerous chemicals in our everyday lives.  This includes promoting SF Approved Green Products for landscapers, disposing of Hazardous Materials and working to ensure safe Home & Body Products.

Energy

Energy use and Climate Change are closely connected.  SF Environment is helping the city meet its energy needs with plans for Energy Efficiency in buildings and developing local sources of Renewable Energy.

Air Quality & Transportation

The pollution generated by hundreds of thousands of motor vehicles traveling to and from San Francisco poses a serious threat to the quality of air throughout the Bay Area. The city's Climate Action Plan aims to reduce those emissions by encouraging the use of clean fuels and vehicles and alternative modes of transportation.

Green Building

Green Building is the integration of the built environment with natural systems.  SF Environments promotes Green Building to residents, businesses and City departments.

San Francisco Green Business Program

The San Francisco Green Business Program helps business adopt environmental practices that are sustainable as well as profitable. This is achieved by setting stringent criteria, providing technical assistance, and publicly recognizing and promoting Green Businesses with a seal that enables customers to shop in keeping with their values.

Urban Nature

The city counts itself lucky to be surrounded by natural wonders and resources, and feels a special responsibility to the care and preservation of every tree, animal, and open space in San Francisco through programs like the Landmark Tree Program.

Environmental Justice

closely with residents and businesses to make sure that the basic necessities of life-water, air, food, and shelter-are of the highest quality, the city's Environmental Justice program has committed itself to providing fundamental rights to a safe and healthy environment in every San Francisco community.

Commission on the Environment

The Commission on the Environment sets policy for the Department of the Environment and advises the mayor and Board of Supervisors on environmental matters.

Policy

SF Environment has fostered a large body of groundbreaking environmental legislation.