Local Government Climate Planning
Since 2008, StopWaste has assisted local governments in Alameda County with their climate action planning.
For more information about StopWaste's work on local government climate planning efforts, download this brief report.
Visit StopWaste.org/Climate for more on the materials-climate nexus.
Climate Action & Adaptation
The State of California has an aggressive goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 40% below 1990 levels by 2030. StopWaste leads and supports local and regional projects that reduce GHG emissions associated with buildings and landscapes, packaging, food waste and other materials.
Codes, Standards & Labels
Green labels, codes and standards drive energy and water savings, reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions, and lead to healthier, more resilient communities.
CALGreen Building Code Update - May 2024
On July 1, 2024, a series of updates to California's green building code goes into effect. StopWaste has put together several resources for building department staff who will be responsible for enforcing these new codes. Additional details are available here.
Multifamily Buildings
In California, there are more than 3 million multifamily buildings, accounting for approximately 24% of residential energy use and about 11% of all building energy use in the state. Over 70% of these buildings were constructed prior to 1978, before there were efficiency standards.
Energy and water efficiency improvements in these buildings can provide significant cost savings for renters and property owners, and can help municipalities meet their greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Energy & Materials
In the United States, buildings account for approximately one third of raw material use, total energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste generation, as well as 12% of potable water consumption.
As part of StopWaste's mission to increase recycling and reduce waste in Alameda County, we develop innovative solutions to address the environmental impacts of the building sector.
Our priorities include:
Memorial Tabernacle Church
During the last two years, StopWaste has been working with Memorial Tabernacle Church in North Oakland and their Youth Going Green (YGG) Program to help spread the word about the importance of composting, recycling, and energy efficiency programs. We are excited to share the series of tutorial videos we made with their help.
Built Environment Services for Member Agencies
Related Resources
Authored by StopWaste and Arup, this primer provides an overview of a circular economy framework for the built environment at the community, neighborhood and building scales. The ideas and concepts included here are intended to stimulate local government decision-makers and staff in Alameda County and beyond to consider policies and actions in their jurisdictions.
StopWaste Celebrates Eight Businesses for Waste Reduction Excellence
Eight businesses were selected for their leadership in reducing waste and increasing efficiency.
