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Did you know that your diet has a carbon footprint? According to a study at the University of Oxford, food production is responsible for a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions. However, research has shown that the environmental impact of different foods varies drastically. Use this Environmental Impact Food Calculator to learn more about the carbon footprint of your diet!
Formally CaliforniaFIRST, Renew Pace Program is the Town's provider for the property assessed clean energy (PACE) finance program. This state-wide program was developed by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (California Communities), a Joint Powers Authority co-sponsored by the League of California Cities and the California State Association of Counties. PACE programs allow property owners in the Town of Los Gatos to finance the installation of energy and water improvements on their home or business and pay the amount back as a line item on their property tax bill. Click here for more information!
This program is designed to encourage residents to convert approved high water use landscape, such as lawns and pools, to low water use landscape as well as to retrofit existing irrigation equipment with approved high efficiency irrigation equipment.
The Landscape Rebate Program Includes:
Landscape Conversion Rebate
In-Line Drip Irrigation Conversion Rebate
Irrigation Equipment Upgrade Rebates
WaterSavings.org is an invaluable resource created by the
Santa Clara Valley Water District
that can assist residents in a variety of ways, including:- Learn about current residential rebate programs and water conservation tips!
- Discover upcoming workshops and classes including Composting 101, Green Gardener Training, and more!
- Watch tutorials and learn more about the Water Wise Survey Program
- Stay up-to-date with current watering restrictions
- Get help understanding your water bill
- Report water waste
Before using any wood burning stoves, fireplaces, etc... be sure to visit Spare the Air to ensure that we are not observing a Spare the Air Day. You can also sign up for their automatic alerts and get more information on our air quality.
Keep your home and family safe while keeping unwanted pests out. Find a store near you for quick and easy shopping for less toxic pest control here. Check out West Valley Clean Water Program's "Less Toxic Pest Control Methods for Home & Yard" sheet below for more information.
Green Gardener Program
Is your gardener a Green Gardener? Santa Clara Valley Green Gardener Program trains gardeners to:
- Use resources wisely, conserve water, protect the soil, and reduce waste
- Improve the health, appearance and value of landscapes
- Reduce urban runoff and stormwater pollution from landscape maintenance activities
- Use resources wisely, conserve water, protect the soil, and reduce waste
- Improve the health, appearance and value of landscapes
- Reduce urban runoff and stormwater pollution from landscape maintenance activities