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CLIMATE ACTION PLAN

A Climate Action Plan (CAP) is a long range plan that outlines strategies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The City of San Marcos updated its CAP in 2020 to meet new State of California goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting the community's desires for a clean, sustainable environment.

CLIMATE ACTION PLAN WORKING GROUP

The purpose of the Climate Action Plan Implementation Working Group (Working Group) is to assist and provide recommendations to the City Council, Planning Commission, the Budget Review Committee, other City commissions as needed, and City Staff with the development of plans, strategies, and actions to implement the CAP.

Climate Action Plan Working Group

TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT POLICY

To implement the Climate Action Plan measure to reduce traffic impacts from the development projects, Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Ordinance and Policy were adopted by the City Council in December, 2023. The TDM Ordinance and Policy will be applicable to any development project that is not exempt from CEQA requirements and would result in emission of more than 500 metric tons of carbon dioxide (MT of CO2) per year. Developments that are below the 500 MT of CO2 threshold are encouraged to voluntarily include TDM strategies to facilitate alternative mobility options.

TDM Ordinance
TDM Policy

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS (EVCS) INCENTIVES

To reduce emissions from gasoline powered vehicles, Measure T-4 of the CAP requires that the City establish a Grants Program for its residents and businesses to incentivize the conversion to Electric Vehicles (EVs) by providing grants for the installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS).

EVCS Grant Rebate Program

ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION (EVCS) PERMIT RESOURCES

Follow the links below to learn more about the EVCS permit application process, eligibility, and more.

SANDAG EV CHARGING STATION MAP

Find EV Charging Station locations using this map.

RELEASE OF DRAFT TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT (TDM) ORDINANCE AND P0LICY

RENEWABLE ENERGY

Follow the links below to learn more about Solar permits and the Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) which is a Joint Powers Authority made up of seven cities located in North San Diego County, including San Marcos. The CEA will purchase electricity directly from energy suppliers for City’s residents and businesses to help achieve the renewable energy goals.

ADDITIONAL TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES

Follow the links below to learn more about sustainable transportation options.

RECYCLING, HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS DISPOSAL AND SOURCE REDUCTION

The City of San Marcos is committed to helping residents take care of our environment by offering a comprehensive, convenient recycling program in cooperation with EDCO Waste & Recycling Services. The following links provide additional information about where to take different types of trash, recycling, and the City’s Ordinance to address single use plastics.

WATERSHED PROGRAM

With a goal of protecting the city's surface waters and to maintaining their beneficial uses, the Watershed Program is an integral part of keeping the City of San Marcos a beautiful place to live, work and visit.

Watershed Program Overview

WATER CONSERVATION RESOURCES

Learn more about what the City is doing to address the drought and conserve water here.

VALLECITOS WATER DISTRICT

Learn more about Vallecitos Water District’s water conservation and outreach efforts.

SUSTAINABILITY
For general questions about sustainability programs and initiatives in San Marcos, contact Saima Qureshy, Sustainability Program Manager, at squreshy@san-marcos.net or (760)744-1050, ext. 3222.