First Steps |
Next Steps |
Big Steps |
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Getting Started |
Calculate your personal carbon footprint View the Climate Action Center on the City of Chico Website to review the city's Climate Action Plan, related initiatives and resources |
Create a carbon budget, and identify areas where you can cut back. Read up on the facts related to global warming |
Make a plan to reduce your carbon emissions by 5% per year |
Energy Conservation |
Save energy and costs: Replace light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) or LEDs Turn off appliances and electronics when not in use; plug into power strips wherever possible. Learn about phantom load Learn how to fully utilize your home's smart meter |
Get a free home energy audit
Get a free water conservation kit and other resources Replace old appliances with Energy Star appliances Utilize your utility's many other resources |
Retrofit your home to be more energy efficient For a list of federal tax incentives visit For a list of rebate programs by state visit Install solar panels |
Transportation |
Maintain your car; properly inflate tires and keep it tuned up for efficient driving |
Shift daily trips to walking, cycling, carpooling, or public transportation; this is one of the most impactful things you can do to reduce your carbon footprint and improve your health with more exercise. |
Purchase the most fuel-efficient vehicle that can comfortably meet your needs |
Waste Reduction |
Recycle more and recycle right Reduce needless waste by taking your own reusable bags and containers with you when you shop |
Start your own compost bin. Learn how to do it easily at home Buy fresh, local food and produce at the farmer's market |
Plant a vegetable garden in your backyard Know of an unused space or empty lot in your neighborhood? Start a community garden! |
Water Conservation |
Save Our Water. Save Our Water is a statewide program aimed at helping Californians reduce their everyday water use. Here are some of the tools:
Get a free water preservation kit and other resources: |
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Learn about the best ways to care for your trees and help them grow to their full potential. Sponsor and/or be involved in tree plantings in Chico |
Spread the word about climate action in our community |