Green Living

Located on Richardson Bay in Sausalito is a unique scientific tool for exploring water movement patterns in the San Francisco Bay - Delta Estuary.

The Bay Area Recycling Outreach Coalition (BayROC) is a collaboration representing over 40 San Francisco Bay Area cities, counties and other public agencies working together on waste reduction and buy-recycled concepts which promote personal action and behavior change.

CPSC is a network of local governments, non-government organizations, businesses, and individuals supporting policies and projects where producers share in the responsibility for managing problem products at their end of life.

Information about the Marin County 2009 Report to the Community. This report provides a brief overview of our efforts to create a more sustainable future.

Information about 2023 Marin County Community Survey, which provides a snapshot of residents' needs, opinions and perspectives using industry-standard survey methods and best practices.

Information about Electrify Marin - Natural Gas Appliance Replacement Rebate Program

Our expertise is in energy education with a focus on power generation. Our goal is to help people understand where our electricity comes from and how energy choices affect our lives, our environment, and future generations.

A Marin grass-roots group which for 30 years has worked for the protection of West Marin's environment. We are dedicated to ensuring that human activities are in harmony with the area's irreplaceable wildlife, natural resources and rural character.

Promotes a sustainable world through environmental education.

The Estuary & Ocean Science Center (EOS Center) supports scientific study of the sea, enhances public engagement with marine science and develops solutions to the environmental problems confronting coastal communities.

Incorporating fire safe concepts into the residential landscape design.

The program provides education and outreach on Sudden Oak Death and coordinates the outreach program of the California Firewood Task Force to limit the spread of invasive forest species via firewood movement.

Both as philosophy and activism, deep ecology views the survival of natural systems and the capacity of the planet for self-renewal as crucial to all life (human and nonhuman) and not to be compromised.

Friends was founded to protect and enhance the natural ecosystems of the area, especially those relating to urbanized creeks and wetlands.

Gardens are always changing: plants grow, soils change, leaves fall, and weeds sprout. All plants, whether in your garden or in your home, need consistent maintenance and care.

Provides free information and materials to increase students' awareness and understanding of geothermal energy.

The Greater Farallones Association conserves the wildlife and habitats of Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary through scientific research, environmental education, and community-based conservation.

Green House Calls are available to homeowners as well as renters. There is no income qualification.

Information on energy efficiency and renewable energy financing programs

Information about Induction - Natural Gas Stove Replacement Rebate Program

Marin Agricultural Land Trust (MALT) is a private, member-supported nonprofit organization created to preserve Marin County farmlands for agricultural use.

To conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats, for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity.

MCL was formed in 1934 to protect Marin's natural assets and its issues committees continue to work to make environmental protection a priority in the public decision-making process.

MCSTOPPP was formed to prevent stormwater pollution and protect and enhance water quality in creeks and wetlands.

Marin Friendly Garden Walks is a partnership between UC Marin Master Gardeners and Marin Municipal Water District to provide homeowners in Marin with information and advice on improving their irrigation practices to help conserve Marin’s precious water resources.

A dedicated, trained group of volunteers with a shared love of gardening and horticulture. Through community service and educational outreach, they provide home gardeners and community organizations with knowledge and skills

Marin Open Space Trust is a nonprofit raising private funds for preserving Marin’s open space.

Recycle materials - waste paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, glass bottles.

Provides technical assistance to agricultural landowners on soil erosion and resource conservation.

Information about the Marin Solar Program as well as assistance finding contractors.

A nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enhancement of our local waves, water and beaches through conservation, activism, research and education.

Freely "recycle" items that might be of use to others, rather than adding it to our overcrowded landfill.

Master Gardeners help gardeners with knowledge and skills.

Strives to protect and improve Mill Valley's watershed, and the plant and animal life within.

Formerly the Headlands Institute, NatureBridge is the largest education partner of the National Park Service (NPS). We are proud to support their mission to preserve unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the NPS for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of this and future generations.

The Novato Recycling Center is a buy-back location for residential drop-off. We accept California Redemption Value (CRV) containers and non-CRV containers for drop-off.

Provides information about less toxic alternatives to protect water quality.

The Planning Division of the Community Development Agency promotes sustainability by regulating land use and real estate development. We are primarily responsible for writing planning policies and codes, and reviewing applications for various development permits, use permits, and subdivisions in the unincorporated areas of Marin County, California.

A Joint Powers Authority formed by the County of Marin and the cities of Sausalito, Tiburon, Mill Valley and Belvedere dedicated to maintaining and improving the navigational waterways, open waters, and shoreline of Richardson Bay.

SEI helps communities identify opportunities and create innovative energy efficiency programs to meet their needs.

Information about the Community Development Agency's sustainable energy programs.

Information about the Marin Solar Program as well as assistance finding contractors.

Information about the Community Development Agency's sustainable energy programs.

Information about the Community Development Agency's sustainable energy programs.

Information about the Community Development Agency's sustainable energy programs.

Sustainable Fairfax supports the philosophy that we must attend to the needs of the present without sacrificing the ability of future generations and the natural world.

We work with the people of Mill Valley to create a sustainable community, with social, economic and environmental well-being.

Sustainable Novato works for a healthy eco-system, a vibrant local economy and social equity for all who live, work and play in Novato.

Since 1912, known as Guardian of the Mountain in recognition of its activities to preserve the scenic wilderness of Mt. Tamalpais.

The Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary's mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems by inspiring and educating our community, with a focus on youth, and by emphasizing conservation initiatives related to our Sanctuary on Richardson Bay.

Our purpose is to create and help facilitate a management plan to preserve and protect our water and land resources for sustainable uses by agriculture, aquaculture, business, environmental, recreation and residential interests.

Science-based solutions for Marin's communities, farms, and environment.

An outdoor science school and retreat/conference center in Western Marin owned and operated by the Marin County Office of Education.

Information on the County of Marin Wood Smoke Rebate Program