Local Solutions for a Healthy Planet.

Our sustainability work centers on equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Local Solutions for a Healthy Planet.

Our sustainability work centers on equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Our Programs

We support an informed and empowered citizenry.

Acterra provides educational outreach through a wide variety of free workshops, public lectures and community events.

Electrification

All-electric buildings and transportation improve the health of our communities and advance regional and statewide climate goals.

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Food

Our food choices have a large impact on our personal and planetary health. We help our communities reduce meat and dairy intake, increase plant based options, and facilitate composting.

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Education

Climate change education helps empower communities, activate change, and alleviate climate impacts.
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Advocacy

Acterra brings together individuals, communities and organizations to create a powerful collective voice that advocates for local, regional, and climate-friendly state policies.

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build collective action in fighting climate change

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educational events organized in the past year
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Bringing people together to create local solutions for a healthy planet.

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Upcoming Events

We host a variety of events. All are welcome!
Note: Please check event details for in-person or virtual status.
8
November
Food
In Person

Plant Powered Meetup at Merit Restaurant

***Please note that although we are currently sold out, we invite you to please join the waitlist. You will be notified before the event if you are taken off the waitlist. Join us for a delicious plant-based dining experience at Merit Vegan Restaurant hosted by GreenTown Los Altos and Acterra. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow neighbors and enjoy a
9
November
Electrification
In Person

Electric Vehicle Financial Incentives: Lunch & Learn / Incentivos financieros para vehículos eléctricos: Almuerza y Aprende

Join us for a complimentary, catered lunch while discovering how you could qualify for up to $10,000 in electric vehicle (EV) incentives! Think you can’t afford an EV? They’re more affordable than you might think! Join us for a complimentary, catered lunch while discovering how you could qualify for up to $10,000 in electric vehicle (EV) incentives through federal and
16
November
Electrification
In Person

Sunnyvale Electric Vehicle (EV) Expo

Cruise on by the City of Sunnyvale’s first Electric Vehicle (EV) Expo! The event is at Sunnyvale’s City Hall (South Entrance on All American Way). Learn all the exciting benefits of driving an electric vehicle (EV) at this FREE event! Join us for a morning talk on the latest financial assistance programs available for EV purchases. Hear from proud EV
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Our mission is to bring people together to create local solutions for a healthy planet. Our solutions prioritize equity for all communities, align with science-based findings, and are defined for the benefit of all.