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A Berkeley home with solar panels on its roof

Free in-person tours will show local homes that have electrified, use less fossil fuels, and prioritize water conservation. Learn how to reduce costs.  

Public Works staff smiling at a City staff appreciation event

Climb into or inspect City’s biggest trucks and work vehicles, meet our staff, and learn about City infrastructure at interactive event

Bicyclists riding on a protected bike lane on Bancroft Way

Ride your bicycle to several Berkeley-based energizer stations for free giveaways. Explore our bike boulevards or protected bikeways for safer rides.

A City of Berkeley recycling truck rolls through the street

To keep our streets safe, use City services to properly dispose of unwanted items. Dumping is illegal and can result in fines up to $500/day.

Bay Wheels bikes at a docking station

Attend May 14 meeting or complete survey by May 21 to finalize new bike share stations – which will make it even easier to bike through town. 

Business district street with green trees, businesses, and vehicles.

Get certified as a green business or support one—take meaningful action for Earth Month while helping the planet and local economy.

Pedestrians walking on a sidewalk lined by trees and parked cars

Help update zoning on the North Shattuck, College Avenue, and Solano Avenue corridors at the May 1 virtual workshop, which will be the first of several.

Woman wearing a stethoscope talking to a patient

Make a positive impact as a physician’s assistant or nurse practitioner, Manager of Aging Services, Recreation Activity Leader – or in other open roles.