Environmental and Health Initiatives

The City of Richmond Environmental Initiatives team promotes systems and policy changes that support the development of healthy and sustainable neighborhoods. The Division collaborates with the community and other city departments to implement actions identified in the Climate Action Plan, Health in All Policies Strategy Document, and the Energy and Climate Change Element and Community Health and Wellness Element of the Richmond General Plan 2030. The team aims to build the City and community's capacity to improve and promote sustainability and health equity.

2026 Richmond, CA Recycling Training Refresher - "On the Road to Zero"

Join the City of Richmond, CA and Republic Services to learn about properly sorting waste, state and local laws, and exploring available recycling resources. This informative session is open to all ages and is a great opportunity for City Staff and the Richmond Community to enhance their recycling and sustainability knowledge. In-person attendees will receive FREE Zero Waste gear and food!