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

34
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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.
21
February
Electrification
In Person

Induction Demo and Tasting (Los Altos)

Come learn about the joys of induction cooking! A culinary expert will demo recipes and pass out samples to attendees. Join us for an interactive cooking demonstration where our featured culinary expert will prepare seasonal holiday dishes and offer tastings to all attendees. Whether you’re new to induction cooking or looking to sharpen your skills, this event will give you
22
February
Electrification
In Person

Green@Home Sustainable Living Showcase: Tour the Bell Brown Home in Palo Alto

Join us at the Bell-Brown Home in Palo Alto for a monthly Green@Home stop filled with eco-friendly tips to make your home greener! Acterra invites you to an intimate, monthly edition of our Green@Home Tour series—hosted at the Bell-Brown residence in Palo Alto! This free, community-powered gathering offers a unique opportunity to explore real-life sustainable living in action, up close and on a
7
March
Electrification
In Person

Sunnyvale EV Ride and Drive

Get ready to test drive the latest electric vehicles at the EV Ride and Drive! At this event, you’ll have the opportunity to sit in, ride, or drive electric vehicles to experience the joy of switching to electric. Have all your questions answered about the vehicles, charging, and the available financial incentives. Stop by the static vehicles to ask EV
14
March
Electrification
In Person

Neighborhood Tour: Los Altos, Cupertino, Saratoga

Acterra is proud to present the first 2026 Neighborhood Green@Home Tour! This is a free, community-powered event that invites the public to explore innovative, electrified homes. On Saturday, March 14, from 11 AM to 3 PM, explore homes throughout Los Altos, Cupertino, and Saratoga with green upgrades ranging from native gardens and high-efficiency water systems to those who have fully
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.