Environmental Programs
Environmental Programs
The Environmental Compliance division is responsible for implementing local environmental programs and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
To submit a comment or report an environmental concern please call Public Works Environmental Compliance at (831) 620-2070.
Climate Action & Adaptation Plan
In 2022, the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea adopted a Climate Adaptation Plan and a Climate Action Plan.
There are a number of ways that the City is working on implementation strategies including;
Waste Reduction Programs: Food Scraps & Edible Food Collection
- Recycling Quick Guide
- GWR Carmel Franchise Agreement, Amendment 1, Resolution 2023-064
- Edible Food Recovery Grant Funding Description
- EFR Grant Application
- Where Waste Travels White Paper Summary
- Edible Food Recovery Organizations Contact Info
- Edible Food Recovery Grant 2024-2025 Summary Report
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Storm Water Requirements
- Low Impact Development Guidance Manual
- Homeowner's Guide to Greener Drainage Design
- Construction Best Management Practices
- Trash Compliance Implementation Plan
- Evaluationof the Trash Capture Benefits of Existing BMPs
- Regional First Flush Monitoring Report
- Carmel ASBS Monitoring Report (2022)
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