Electric Lawn & Garden Demonstration at City Hall
The City of Irvine continues to pursue innovative ways to support residents as we work toward making Irvine a truly climate-smart City for the future. As part of the City’s ongoing climate action efforts, a free community electric lawn and garden equipment demonstration was hosted in May.
The City partnered with South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) and American Green Zone Alliance (AGZA) to showcase electric lawn and gardening equipment in action, share the benefits of transitioning from gasoline equipment, and let guests try out the lawn tools themselves for a hands-on learning experience.
Transitioning from gasoline to electric lawn equipment benefits air quality and resident health, decreases neighborhood noise, and saves households money. Irvine community members are encouraged to explore making this change to support our climate for generations to come.
View photos from the event and learn more at cityofirvine.org/lawnequipmentban.
The Orange County Power Authority offers rebates and discounts on electric tools for landscape maintenance. To learn more, visit their website.
The South Coast Air Quality Management District offers rebates for commercial landscapers and residents for a variety of equipment. To learn more, visit their website.
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Turf Replacement Program
Help California save water by replacing your grass with water-efficient landscape. Say goodbye to the hassle, maintenance, and expense of lawns — and say hello to a beautiful outdoor living space!
• Receive $5 per square foot for removing lawn using potable water.
• Receive $3 per square foot for removing lawn using recycled water.
Capped at a maximum of 5,000 square feet; 250 square feet minimum
Program terms and conditions are subject to change.
View current terms and conditions
Tree rebate
Turf Replacement participants may be eligible to receive $100 per new tree installed (maximum of five trees) as part of their turf replacement project. View the Turf Replacement Program's terms and conditions for details.
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Organics Food Recycling Update
As of April 1, you may now place your food waste in a paper bag or compostable bag!
Food waste can also go directly on top of your yard waste in your green lid organics cart.
Here are some tips to reduce the “yuck” factor:
- Layer your organic waste with yard clippings in your organics cart.
- Store your food waste in bags in your refrigerator or freezer until your trash day.
- Add baking soda to your food waste bags.
- If using a food pail, line with paper towels to absorb the liquids. These paper towels can be tossed in your green container.
Watch videos to learn more:
Green Business Strategies Save Money
Sign up for the Irvine Green Business Program and receive free technical assistance to help your business run more sustainably, save money, and help the environment. With personalized recommendations and ready-to-implement solutions, your business will get all the tools to become a recognized Green Business in Irvine and the State of California. State funding ranging from $250 to $500 is available.
Congratulations to the newly certified Irvine Green Businesses:
- BayWa r.e.
- OC Goes Solar
- Citadel EHS - Irvine
- planet B
- Mellow Meadow
- Cloud Rinjani
- Tilly's - E-Commerce Distribution Center
This program is free and voluntary. Please check out the video and website for program details and certified green businesses. Register here and join the program today.
Contact scassidygreenbusiness@gmail.com for more details.
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Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Environmental Events
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Free Paper Shredding Event, Saturday, June 8, 9–11 a.m., Lakeview Senior Center. Irvine residents can safely and securely dispose of up to five banker-size boxes.
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Sustainability Commission Meeting, Wednesday, June 12, 4 p.m., Irvine City Hall. Information will be provided on updates to the CAAP and Environmental Programs initiatives.
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Free Compost Event, Saturday, June 29, 9 a.m.–noon, Portola Springs Community Center. Receive up to three pre-packaged bags (20 pounds per bag) of free compost provided by Tierra Verde Industries and Orange County Waste & Recycling.
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Solarize Irvine Community Workshop, Monday, July 22, 6–7:30 p.m., Northwood Community Center. Meet with experts on the benefits of going solar for your home. Registration required.
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