Saturday, June 10, Noon –2 p.m.
Heritage Community Park, 14301 Yale Ave., Irvine
One Irvine is a neighborhood revitalization program that connects Irvine residents with community-strengthening resources and with one another. The program enhances neighborhood conditions and facilitates specific improvement projects in collaboration with residents.
The One Irvine Community Resource Fair is June 10! Learn more about the expanded program, and meet City of Irvine staff and home improvement vendors. The event will include resources, games/activities, prize giveaways, music, food, and more. All ages are welcome to attend and celebrate with the community.
For more information, view the event flier.
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Join the second annual Cool Irvine Sustainability Fair for great information on planet-friendly living! There will be information on energy efficiency, water conservation, plant-based diets, and solar and battery energy, as well as vermicomposting demonstrations, federal and state incentives available on going green, kids’ activities, food trucks, retail vendors, and opportunity drawings.
Get free tickets at coolirvine.org/events. Bring your family and friends to this fun and informative event!
Saturday, June 24, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Heritage Community Park
14301 Yale Ave.
Irvine, CA 92604
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California Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383) is a law that requires every business and resident to recycle their organic waste. Organic waste includes green waste, food waste, meat, bones, dairy, fruit and vegetable scraps, food-soiled napkins and paper towels, and yard clippings. Organic waste can be recycled into compost or processed into renewable energy at waste facilities.
The organic waste recycling program for three-cart residences has begun. Please separate your food waste into your green-lid cart. Waste Management (WM) has started delivering kitchen food pails to three-cart residents to assist with participation.
Programs will be gradually implemented in two-cart and multi-family communities. Please pay close attention to the information you receive from your property manager or WM.
For more information, click here.
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Southern California Edison (SCE) will be hosting two electrification workshops in the Conference and Training Center at Irvine City Hall this summer.
On Thursday, June 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the HVAC and Heat Pump Training will provide a basic understanding of HVAC systems as well as how various HVAC systems and applications can save energy and support building electrification and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals.
On Tuesday, July 11, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, the Practical Guide to All-Electric Residential Building workshop will show why electric homes facilitate easier energy code compliance. All-electric homes can be cheaper to build and operate, healthier and more comfortable to live in, and have GHG emissions roughly half that of mixed-fuel homes. Taught by instructors who have built all-electric homes for themselves and are experts in the field, you’ll get an insider view of how to design and build electric, with examples from their professional work, how to overcome common objections and obstacles, and lessons learned from the field.
Find more information about both workshops and register here.
The City is moving forward with the development of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). The plan will set ambitious but achievable emissions reduction targets for the City and lay out a pathway to achieving our climate goals across both municipal operations and our community.
City Council will review the draft CAAP measures during the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 27. There will be in-person and online opportunities for the Irvine community to engage with the draft measures later this summer. Stay updated on CAAP progress and events through our climate planning webpage and the City’s social media.
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Remove Green. Receive Green.
Help California save water by removing your grass. Say goodbye to the hassle, maintenance, and expense of lawns.
Irvine Ranch Water District invites you to participate in the Turf Removal Rebate Program. The main goal of this program is to reduce outdoor watering by transforming water-thirsty turf grass to a California native and/or California-friendly landscape that benefits the environment by reducing runoff, creating habitat for pollinators, and increasing biodiversity. Artificial turf is not eligible for the rebate.
Residential customers:
- Receive $5 per square foot for removing lawn using potable water.
- Receive $3 per square foot for removing lawn using recycled water.
Capped at max of 5,000 square feet; 250 square feet minimum.
View current terms and conditions here.
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Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are now accepted at the county-operated Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers.
The safe disposal of household smoke detectors is important, but often limited. OC Waste & Recycling's new service provides a convenient option for Orange County residents. Smoke detectors removed from businesses will not be accepted due to permit regulations.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center
6411 Oak Canyon
Irvine, CA 92618
Tuesdays–Saturdays, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
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Green Business Program
The Irvine Green Business Program offers free technical assistance to Irvine businesses to help them run more sustainably, save money, and help the environment. The personalized recommendations provide businesses with all the tools to help you go green quickly and efficiently. In addition, California State funding of $500–$1,000 is available for all businesses.
The Green Business Program welcomes the following Irvine businesses that have taken advantage of this program and became certified Green Businesses this spring: UCI Dining/Aramark-Brandywine, UCI Dining/Aramark-Anteatery, Jacuzzi Group, Mad Engine Global LLC, Panasonic Avionics Corporation at 3347, The Energy Coalition, and Change Into Change.
If you haven't become a Green Business yet, please check out the video and website for program details and green businesses. Register here for our free program today! Contact scassidygreenbusiness@gmail.com for more details.
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In partnership with the City of Irvine, Waste Management is hosting a free paper-shredding event Saturday, August 26, 9–11 a.m. at Lakeview Senior Center. Irvine residents can safely and securely dispose of up to five banker-size file boxes. The event is first-come, first-served and will end early if truck capacity is reached. Customers who wish to watch their paper be shredded will need to park in a designated area away from the truck and staff.
Lakeview Senior Center is located at 20 Lake Road in Irvine.
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