February 2021
SUSTAINABILITY NEWS
Solar and Battery Incentives for Residents
Did you know that you may be able to operate autonomously at your home during power outages by installing a solar system and battery? And as a bonus, you are eligible for thousands of dollars in incentive money from the federal government and SCE. Find out how much you qualify for ...
Thousand Oaks 20 Year Forecast: Droughts, Floods, Extreme Heat

Participants in the City’s first Climate and Environmental Action Plan stakeholder meeting in January learned about expected changes in Thousand Oaks' over the next 20 years. Key changes include an extra 8-10 days per year above 95 degrees and ...
Share Your Ideas on Driving Down Vehicle Emissions

Half of the City’s Greenhouse Gas emissions (GHG) come from our vehicles. In fact, a recent article noted the City of Thousand Oaks has the second-highest auto insurance rates in California. The report states that one of the reasons why Thousand Oaks has one of the highest rates ...
RecycleTO Metrics: Let's Get This Party Started!
Trash day calendar reminders, a recycling search tool, and household hazardous waste appointment scheduling all in a simple, free, and easy-to-use app...
The City's First Microgrid
Did you know that much of the electricity used to treat your wastewater at the City’s Hill Canyon Treatment Plant (HCTP) is generated onsite from renewable resources?
Free Landfill Day!
Sunday, March 21 from 10 am - 4:00 is free landfill day at the Simi Valley Landfill for City of Thousand Oaks residents.
Learn More
Free LF Day
Upcoming Events & Workshops
PLEASE NOTE: Some city and community events have been canceled or postponed due to the COVID-19 situation. Check the link below to learn which events have been affected as of this date. Learn more

Free Landfill Day - Sunday, March 21

Climate and Environmental Action Plan Stakeholder Meeting on Energy - Wednesday, March 24

Our City's Hazardous Waste Facility is currently open on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm (except holiday weekends) but the Reuse Store is closed for the time being.
Learn About Local Emergency Management Programs
To subscribe to the City's Emergency Management newsletter and to be sure you are ready for the next emergency incident, please visit the City's public safety website. For the latest information on local COVID response efforts, please click here.
Sustainability Division
(805) 449-SAVE (7283)
Connect with us