Sunnyvale Environmental Services

10/08/2026

Want to learn how to grow an edible garden while saving water?

Join our free class on Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. to discover how to grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs while conserving water! You will also learn about efficient irrigation methods, healthy soil practices, mulch, plant selection, and seasonal strategies to maintain a productive edible garden!

- Registration closes on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 4 p.m.
- To register, visit bawsca.org/624/1.
- The Zoom link will be emailed before the class.
- The webinar will be recorded and emailed to registered participants.

Discover how to grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs while conserving water. Learn about efficient irrigation methods, healthy soil practices, mulch, plant selection, and seasonal strategies to maintain a productive edible garden with less water use.

10/07/2026

Extra Dumping Weekends are almost here! Sunnyvale residents can drop off extra garbage for free this weekend, Oct. 10-11, and next weekend, Oct. 17-18, at the SMaRT Station (301 Carl Road). Come by anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and bring proof of Sunnyvale residency.

10/07/2026

Don’t let gas haunt your home 👻

Gas water heaters, furnaces and stoves may seem harmless, but they contribute to pollutants that can worsen symptoms for asthma and increase the risk of heart and lung disease.

On the bright side, all-electric appliances, like heat pumps and induction stoves, are safer and more energy-efficient.

Want to see how your neighbors have gotten rid of gas appliance ghosts? Tour their homes on Oct. 10 to see clean, efficient appliances in action. Visit acterra.org/events/ and click, “Peninsula and South Bay Green@Home Tour 2026.”

Explore benefits, rebates and how to switch to all-electric appliances in your home by visiting Sunnyvale.ca.gov and search, "Electrify Your Home."

10/02/2026

End of summer report shows reuse at tons of internal City events.

The numbers don't lie, reuse is IN amongst Sunnyvale employees!

Thankful that our City Hall has incorporated reusables into their work events. Whether it's for an ice cream float party, retirement celebration, library workshop or department-wide appreciation event - we're here to help reduce single-use disposables from reaching the landfill.

Sunnyvale residents can borrow our public Reusable Party Pack for your next big event! Just fill out a request form: https://sunnyvale.formstack.com/forms/party_pack_request

09/30/2026

Hi, Sunnyvale homeowners! 👋

Get up to $4,500 back when you upgrade your gas furnace to an all-electric heat pump with a rebate from Silicon Valley Clean Energy and the City of Sunnyvale.

Heat pumps are highly efficient, can help lower energy costs over time, and eliminate indoor air pollution from gas heating.

Rebates are first come, first served. Visit bit.ly/SunnyvaleRebate to learn more and claim your rebate!

09/29/2026

We’re always happy when residents tell us how much they’re saving! 💸

And now, we’ve partnered with Silicon Valley Clean Energy to make it easier for Sunnyvale homeowners to switch out their gas furnace to heat pumps!
* Market rate customers can save $3,000.
* Income qualified customers can save $4,500.

Heat pumps heat and cool your home and keep your home comfortable year-round while lowering energy bills.

Visit bit.ly/SunnyvaleRebate to learn more about the heat pump HVAC rebate

09/28/2026

Reduce your garden's need for water by planting some native plants! Join us this Wednesday, September 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn more.

Visit https://bawsca.org/617/1 to register.

09/24/2026

Want a garden that saves water, requires less work, and supports local wildlife? Native plants are the answer!

Join our free class on Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn how native plants can save water and support local wildlife. You will also learn how to select the right plants and maintain a thriving, drought-tolerant garden!

• Registration closes on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 4 p.m.
• To register, visit bit.ly/WaterWise2026.
• The Zoom link will be emailed before the class.
• The webinar will be recorded and emailed to registered participants.

Discover how California native plants can create a beautiful, low-water landscape that supports local wildlife. Learn how to select the right plants for your space, combine them effectively, and maintain a thriving, drought-tolerant garden.

09/18/2026

Just casually reminding you we're here for all your waste and recycling needs.

Call us:
- to schedule your two free bulky item pick-up appointments (408-730-7400)
- if any of your bins were not serviced during your collection day (408-565-9900)
- to set up garbage and recycling at a business, multi-family property or school (408-730-7262)