Celebrate Earth Day in South Pasadena!

Join us for our FREE upcoming events and learn ways to make sustainable choices every day!

Wednesday, April 19- Earth Day Celebration and City Council Earth Day Proclamation

Thursday, April 20- Earth Day Tree Planting

Saturday, April 22- Compost and Mulch Giveaway

South Pasadena Environmental Programs

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

At the April 19th City Council meeting, the Council will be making an Earth Day Proclamation. In order to celebrate, South Pasadena's Sustainability Division will be hosting a tabling event at the City Hall Courtyard from 5:00 pm-7:30 pm.


Join us to learn more about the environmental programs and initiatives in place within South Pasadena.

Thursday, April 20, 2023

We're planting trees in honor of Earth Day!

South Pasadena's Public Works team will be planting a tree in honor of Earth Day 2023. Join our team at Arroyo Park on Thursday, April 20th to be a part of this event. Refreshments will be provided!



Are you interested in planting trees on your property in South Pasadena? Check out the South Pasadena Water Conservation Rebates. Residents and local businesses can receive up to $100 per native tree when applying for our rebates!


*Additional requirements apply, please visit SouthPasadenaCA.gov/Rebates to learn more!

Visit our Rebates Website

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Join us on Earth Day (Saturday, April 22, 2023) between 9 am-12 pm at the Arroyo Golf Course Parking Lot, 1055 Lohman Lane, for our semi-annual FREE Compost and Mulch giveaway! *While supplies last*


Compost and Mulch donated by Athens Services and West Coast Arborist.

How Can You Make Every Day Earth Day?

South Pasadena Reuse and Recycle Directory

Consider giving your items a second life by donating them. The South Pasadena Reuse and Recycle Directory shows places in South Pasadena and the surrounding cities where you can recycle or properly dispose of various wastes! Download South Pasadena's Reuse and Recycle Directory as a reference guide for your household!


Learn more about recycling in South Pasadena by clicking the link below.

Recycling in South Pasadena

Enforcement of the Ban on Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers has started- Make the switch!

Did you know that as the property owner, YOU are responsible for ensuring gas-powered leaf blowers are not used on your property? Residents will be fined if their gardener uses gas-powered leaf blowers. Make the switch today!


Incentive programs for landscapers are available!

South Coast AQMD

On March 30th, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) increased funding for the 2023 Commercial Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive and Exchange (eL&G) Program. Discounts of up to 85% off electric equipment are available for commercial gardeners and landscapers, school districts, and non-profit organizations.


South Coast AQMD will be at the April 6th demonstration event to answer any questions about the NEW program!

Learn More Here!

California CORE

The Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) is a program set in place to assist small businesses and sole proprietors (or unincorporated businesses) in purchasing zero-emission equipment in California. This program helps businesses purchase electric equipment, including electric leaf blowers, at a discounted rate of UP TO 70% off!

B&M and AGZA will be available to answer questions regarding this program at the April 6th demonstration event.


Read More!

Apply for Water Conservation Rebates!

Are you looking to reduce your water usage or just planning to redo your landscape? Check out the City rebates in place specifically for the community!

Visit our Water Conservation Rebates Website

eSGV FREE Home Assessments

The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGV COG) is providing FREE Home Energy Efficiency Assessments for residents living within their jurisdiction. These no-cost assessments can be done in person or virtually. Residents will receive a personalized report for their home, including short-term and long-term water conservation and energy efficiency measures. All residents are encouraged to sign up- this program is open to homeowners and renters!


South Pasadena Residents will receive a FREE Water Conservation Kit for completing the eSGV Free Home Assessment. *While supplies last.

FREE WATER CONSERVATION KIT FOR SOUTH PASADENA eSGV PARTICIPANTS!


Conservation Kit Contains:

A South Pasadena Bucket

Moisture Meter

Hose Timer

Hose Nozzle

Toilet Tank Leak Detector Tablets

Faucet Aerators 

And more!


*While supplies last

Schedule your FREE Home Energy Efficiency Assessment

Attend Natural Resources and Environmental Commission Meetings

The Natural Resources and Environmental Commission (NREC) meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.


Upcoming Meeting Dates:

April 28, 2023

May 23, 2023

June 27, 2023


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