Promoting Clean Electricity

Every year we add enough new local solar to power 245 homes! Is yours next? Learn More

Check out these resources for maximizing clean energy!

There are so many things you can do today to make a big difference for our future. Use clean energy to power your home and car. 


Save money and protect the earth with SVCE E-Hub
Choosing clean energy combats climate change, saves money, and builds community resilience. Opt-in to up to 100% renewable energy today
Learn more about the benefits of battery storage and find competitive installers.
Cost savings range depending on the % of renewable energy consumed.

Decarbonizing Buildings

The energy required to power our buildings make up 41% of our GHG emissions.  To reach our goals, they must be powered carbon-free. Learn More

Electrify Your Home

Many rebates are available to help you save energy and transition away from natural gas in your heating systems.


Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) is offering rebates to our single-family and multi-family household customers to upgrade their water heaters to a clean and electric
Take advantage of rebates and financial assistance programs that can help you reduce your carbon footprint at home. You’ll save energy, water — and money, too.
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Decarbonizing Transportation - Sustainable Land Use

Sunnyvale's vehicle miles traveled (VMT) trend upwards, but emissions are trending down thanks to cleaner vehicles! Learn More

Resources for Active and Electric Transport

Gas-powered vehicles are the largest source of emissions in Silicon Valley. Switching to an electric vehicle powered with clean electricity or getting around under your own power by biking or walking is often the single biggest action one can take to protect the planet and doesn’t require sacrificing comfort and is often more fun!


Driving electric saves money! Take charge and lead the way to kick fossil fuels for good!
EV Assistant can help you browse and compare cars, discover electric vehicle incentives and savings, and find charging options for home and on the road.
Plan your journey with this map of bike routes in Sunnyvale.
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Managing Resources Sustainably

What we use, buy, and throw away has impacts well beyond our community. Using natural resources responsibly can help ensure their longevity and also improve our ability to carbon. Learn More

Resources for Reducing and Recycling


Got something you're not sure what to do with?
Make sure to dispose of hazardous materials properly
Learn more about the items that don't recycle well and avoid purchasing them
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Empowering Our Community

Addressing climate change requires action by all members of our community.  The City of Sunnyvale recognizes our role in supporting and engaging the community throughout Sunnyvale. This online scoreboard and playbook is one of the ways we are doing that! Learn More

Opportunities to Get Involved


Check out SVCE's E-Hub
Request a free street tree
Get rebates and tips for water conservation
Discover your roof’s solar capacity and your potential savings
Sunnyvale Urban Forest Advocates
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Adapting to a Changing Climate

Climate change impacts are already visible in Sunnyvale today and we're doing more to be prepared for future threats. Learn More

Preparedness is Key

Climate change is creating conditions for sudden emergencies like wildfires as well as long term shifts to warmer and drier conditions. Being prepared for both will help make sure our community continues to thrive in the face of change.


Ensure your household is ready for anything with an emergency preparedness kit
Learn what to do before, during, and after a wildfire
Take steps to prepare for increasingly hot days
Get the latest sustainability news and event information
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