Sustainability Learning Resources

 

 

This page is dedicated to learning resources to help Marin residents accomplish their sustainability goals.

Keep informed on when we hold events and webinars by signing up for our quarterly newsletter.

Questions? Contact (415) 473-2698 or email.

Home Sustainability Webinar Recordings

Watch presentations on home sustainability improvement topics featuring local government program implementors, non-profit representatives, contractors, energy raters, and educators.

These webinars took place in the fall of 2021. Please visit program websites for current offerings and rebate amounts as those are subject to change over time.

Do you have suggestions for future webinar topics? Take our survey.

Home Energy Audits

Program websites:

• Home Energy Score

 

Energy Efficiency and Electrification Projects

Program websites:

• BayREN Home+
• Electrify Marin

 

Solar + Battery Storage

Program websites:

• Bay Area SunShares

 

Electric Vehicles

Program websites:

• Drive Clean Bay Area

 

Renter Energy Efficiency Resources

Program websites:

• MCE Clean Energy Home Energy Savings Program
• Community Action Marin - Low Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
• Rising Sun Center for Opportunity Green House Call Program

 

Handouts and Publications

• Back-Up Power Fact Sheet - Compare features and cost estimates for home battery back-up systems and generators.
• Welcome to Your Home! Marin County Homeowner Resources Kit - Information on the sustainability resources available for Marin homeowners.
• Marin Sustainability Magazine Volume 1 - Information on home energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
• Marin Sustainability Magazine Volume 2 - Information on preparing for fire season and power outages.

 

Water Conservation Resources

Check with your local Water District for information about water-saving tips and rebate programs for home water conservation measures.

• Marin Municipal Water District
• North Marin Water District

Visit the Environmental Health and Safety Division's Grey Water page for information on installing and permitting residential grey water systems.

 

General Sustainability Resources

These local Marin non-profits specialize in connecting residents to sustainability information and programs.

• Resilient Neighborhoods provides no-cost educational seminars that teach Marin residents how they can reduce their greenhouse gas footprint.
• Green Change connects Marin residents to sustainability resources and organizes meet up groups to discuss home projects and available resources.

In-Person Resources

• Sonoma Clean Power Advanced Energy Center - Learn about cutting edge energy efficiency appliances and technologies in a hands-on environment.