Local Solutions for a Healthy Planet.

Celebrating 55 years of climate impact in the Bay Area!

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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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.
7
October
Community
Virtual

Young Professionals Group Virtual Open House

Are you between the ages of 21 – 40, and passionate about the environment? Acterra’s Young Professionals Group (YPG) wants you! Our YPG empowers Bay Area professionals to take bold, collaborative action to create local solutions for a healthy planet. We provide an opportunity to network with our partners, collaborate with Acterra’s programs, receive mentorship from seasoned professionals, attend environmental workshops, and
22
October
Electrification
Virtual

Electrification 101 Workshop

Overwhelmed with home electrification? Come to our Electrification 101 Workshop to get an electric overview with in-depth Q&A afterwards.
25
October
Electrification
In Person

Electric Vehicle Frunk-or-Treat

Cruise on by Sunnyvale’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Frunk-or-Treat! Visit the “frunk” of proud EV owners and complete our scaEVenger hunt to get some candy! This is your opportunity to view popular EVs available, ask questions about each model, compare and contrast features, and satisfy your sweet tooth – all in one place! Everyone is welcome, including kids. We encourage you to
8
November
Electrification
In Person

Green@Home Tour: Peninsula & South Bay

[Continúa en español abajo] Acterra is proud to present Peninsula & South Bay Green@Home Tours 2025! This is a free, community-powered event that invites the public to explore innovative, electrified homes. On Saturday, November 8th, from 11AM to 4PM, explore homes throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties, ranging from new construction to those transitioning from gas. Gain valuable insights
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.