Events and Projects

Environmental Justice and Safety Elements – Community Meetings Feb 9th and 10th

The City of Menlo Park is presenting the draft of the Environmental Justice and Safety Elements and providing the community the opportunity to come and give their opinions about the environment, health, and safety in Menlo Park.

The Ultimate Guide to Purchasing an EV in 2023 – Thursday Feb 9th 7-8 pm PT

The Acterra team will give you the scoop on rebates, including the Federal Tax Credit changes that take effect on January 1, and preview the most anticipated models coming this year. Looking for something specific? Their “best of” lists will highlight EVs that have the longest range, fastest charging times, most passenger seating, all-wheel drive, and towing capacity. Plus, get insider tips on how to maximize your EV ownership experience (free charging anyone?!). Special bonus: join a breakout room where your specific questions will be answered by our knowledgeable EV Ambassadors.

Solar Rooftops: Green@Home Workshop – Dec 1, 2022 from 6-7pm PT

In the third event in Acterra’s Green@Home series, Tom Kabat, a trained volunteer with the local organization SunWork, will speak about solar rooftop panel installations on a home roof. Learn about the benefits of residential solar, how to find contractors and rebates, and tips on optimizing your solar panel installation.

Breath of Air Campaign

On Monday November 7th, all three Climate Change Community Teams (representing East Palo Alto, Belle Haven, and North Fair Oaks) came together for a training on air quality from the Bay Air Center and to officially begin distributing air purifiers to our community! Team members took home 65 air purifiers to deliver to neighbors in need, with an additional 90 purifiers to be distributed throughout the month. Learn more about Client Resilient Communities Breath of Air campaign.