Sustainable & Connected: 30 years of environmental action to benefit Santa Monica for generations

August 29, 2024 7:48 AM

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Aug. 28, 2024) – As one of the first municipalities to adopt a citywide sustainability plan with measurable targets, Santa Monica is celebrating three decades of positive impacts on the economy, equity and the environment. The city has achieved particular success in renewable energy, water management, waste reduction and a sustainable local economy.

The Sustainable City Plan made Santa Monica a global model for sustainability. It continues to guide decision-makers in enhancing resources and preventing harm to the natural environment and human health to benefit the social and economic wellbeing of the community for the sake of current and future generations.

In honor of the 30th anniversary of the Sustainable City Plan, the Santa Monica City Council Tuesday issued a proclamation recognizing Sustainable September.

“When we began this work in the early 1990s, sustainability was a new concept and it was often referred to as environmental protection,” Chief Sustainability Officer Shannon Parry said. “Over the years, we have been at the forefront of this movement to model sustainable practices and demonstrate that economic vitality, social equity and environmental protection are mutually dependent and improve outcomes for people and the planet.”

Outcomes from the Sustainable City Plan include:

Renewable energy:

Waste reduction:

Sustainable economic development:

Water management:

Green building:

Transportation:

Open space and environmental health:

A slate of exciting events and activities are planned throughout September to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Sustainable City Plan:

As Santa Monica celebrates three decades of sustainability, the city remains dedicated to advancing sustainability and environmental protection. With a focus on innovation, resilience and community-driven action, Santa Monica is poised to continue leading the way in urban sustainability for the next 30 years and beyond.

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Media Contact

Tati Simonian
Public Information Officer
Tati.Simonian@santamonica.gov

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Office of Sustainability and the Environment

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