Organizations
(Non-profit, Government, and Corporate) With Public-Service, Climate-change
Related Activities In the San Francisco Bay Area
Please
contact Rick Row if
your organization is located in the San Francisco Bay Area and conducts
public-service, climate-change related activities and is not on this list.
Adaptation Research
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San Francisco Bay
Conservation and Development Commission
www.bcdc.ca.gov
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Dedicated
to the protection and enhancement of San Francisco Bay and to the
encouragement of the Bay's responsible use.
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Business Advocacy
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Bay
Area Council
www.bayareacouncil.org
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Business-sponsored,
public-policy advocacy organization for the nine-county Bay Area. The
Council proactively advocates for a strong economy, a vital business
environment, and a better quality of life for everyone who lives here. Formed the Business Council on Climate
Change (BC3), http://www.bc3.cc/
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Business
for Social Responsibility
www.bsr.org
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Through
advisory services, convenings and research, BSR works with corporations and
concerned stakeholders of all types to create a more just and sustainable
global economy.
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Climate
Group
www.theclimategroup.org
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An
independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing business and
government leadership on climate change.
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Environmental
Entrepreneurs (E2)
www.e2.org
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National
community of business people who believe in protecting the environment
while building economic prosperity. Working with NRDC (Natural Resources
Defense Council), E2 serves as a champion on the economic side of good
environmental policy by taking a reasoned, economically sound approach to
environmental issues.
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Global
Care, an EHS initiative of SEMI
www.semi.org/globalcare
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An
initiative of the semiconductor and equipment industry designed
to strengthen commitment to the environment, health and safety.
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Climate Justice Advocates
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Oakland
Apollo Alliance
www.apolloalliance.org
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Part
of the nationwide Apollo Project, a broad coalition within the labor,
environmental, business, urban and faith communities supporting good jobs
and energy independence.
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Redefining
Progress
www.rprogress.org
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Works
with partners to shift the economy and public policy towards
sustainability.
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Urban
Habitat
www.urbanhabitat.org
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Builds
power in low-income communities and communities of color by combining
education, advocacy, research and coalition building to advance
environmental, economic and social justice in the Bay Area.
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Education
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Acterra
www.acterra.org |
Brings
people together to create local solutions to protect and restore our local
natural environment through stewardship, information, and leadership. |
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Alliance
for Climate Protection
www.climateprotection.org |
Undertaking
a mass persuasion exercise based on scientific facts to persuade Americans
to respond to the climate crisis. |
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Bay
Area Alliance for Sustainable Communities
www.bayareaalliance.org |
Brings
representatives from all sectors—business, government, environmental and community
development—together to address major regional challenges to inhabitants' quality
of life. Facilitates dialogue to identify shared goals and develop
collaborative action strategies. |
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ClimateChangeEducation.org
www.ClimateChangeEducation.org |
Portal
website dedicated to climate change and global warming education (e.g.
curricula and scientific studies) |
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Next
10
http://next10.org/ |
An
independent, nonpartisan organization that educates engages and empowers
Californians to improve our state’s future. |
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Pacific
Energy Center
http://www.pge.com/pec/ |
Offers
educational programs, design tools, advice and support to create energy
efficient buildings. Operated by Pacific Gas & Electric. |
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Pacific
Industrial and Business Association
http://www.piba.org/ |
Provides
educational programs related to the well-being an sustainability of the Bay
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Presidio School of Management
http://www.presidiomba.org/ |
Integrates environmental concerns -- in particular, climate change -- and social responsibility into all MBA and Executive Program courses. This "integrated bottom line" approach prepares professionals to lead and manage all types of organizations to be sustainable and financially successful. |
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Silicon
Valley Environmental Partnership
www.svep.org |
An
initiative launched by Joint
Venture: Silicon Valley Network. SVEP promotes environmentally sound
business and community practices through collaboration and education. Every
four years it publishes a regional report examining environmental
indicators as a gauge reflecting the overall environmental health of the
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Sustainable Earth Initiative
http://www.sustainableearthinitiative.org
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SEI offers services to non-profit organizations as well as academic and government institutions; development of environmental management systems (EMS); development of compliance management systems (CMS); development of sustainability policies and programs; and pollution prevention and water reduction practices.
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Funding
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Bay
Area Equity Fund
www.bayareacouncil.org/site/pp.asp?c=dkLRK7MMIqG&b=995761
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A
committee of the Bay Area Council, it invests in companies that provide benefits
to residents of target neighborhoods.
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San
Francisco Foundation
www.sff.org
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A
network of philanthropists and civic leaders bringing resources together to
make the Bay Area the best place it can be.
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Energy
Foundation
www.ef.org
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A
partnership of donors interested in solving the world’s energy problems
through energy efficiency and renewable energy, with a focus on the U.S.
and China.
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Government Agencies
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Association
of Bay Area Governments
www.abag.ca.gov
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ABAG's
mission is to strengthen cooperation and coordination among local governments
in the Bay Area. In doing so, ABAG addresses social, environmental, and
economic issues that transcend local borders.
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Metropolitan
Transportation Commission
www.mtc.ca.gov
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MTC
is the transportation planning, coordinating and financing agency for the
nine-county San Francisco Bay Area.
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Bay
Area Air Quality Management District
www.baaqmd.gov/
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Committed
to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment.
The Air District aims to attain and Maintain Air Quality Standards,·
Increase Public Awareness of Positive Air Quality Choices, Develop and
Implement Protocol and Policies for Environmental Justice
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Grassroots Organizers
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Bay
Area Re-localize
www.bayarearelocalize.org |
Works
to catalyze a shift from a globalized, fossil-fuel-based economy to a localized
green economy that strengthens all Bay Area communities. Develop tools that
identify local opportunities, connect grassroots groups and policymakers,
and advance projects that enhance regional self-reliance, sustainability,
and equity. |
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California
Interfaith Power & Light
www.interfaithpower.org/education.htm |
Mission
of CIPL is to be faithful stewards of Creation by responding to global
warming through the promotion of energy conservation, energy efficiency and
renewable energy. This ministry intends to protect the earth's ecosystems,
safeguard public health, and ensure sufficient, sustainable energy for all. |
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FutureSeaLevel.org
www.FutureSeaLevel.org |
A
collaborative art project amongst the SF Dept. of Environment, the Aquarium of the Bay Foundation and the Sierra
Club designed to demonstrate how at least one major consequence of global
warming–rising
sea levels–would
affect important community spaces, starting with San Francisco's famous
Fisherman's Wharf. |
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Communities
for a Better Environment
www.cbecal.org |
An
environmental health and justice non-profit organization, promoting clean
air, clean water and the development of toxin-free communities. |
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Kyoto
USA
www.kyotousa.org |
A
grassroots effort to encourage U.S. cities and their citizens to take
action to address global warming. |
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Sierra
Club, Local Bay Area Chapters: Loma Prieta Chapter
www.lomaprieta.sierraclub.org |
This
chapter serving San Benito, San Mateo, and Santa Clara Counties advocates
for policies that protect our natural environment, offers hikes and outdoor
recreation and supports environmental candidates for public office. |
Sunnyvale Cool Cities
http://sunnyvalecool.org
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A team of Sunnyvale residents whose mission is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Sunnyvale. There are approximately 1,000 Cool Cities in the U.S., with others in the San Francisco Bay Area. See http://coolcities.us/ for more information on them and the Cool Cities program.
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Policy Advocacy
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Bluewater
Network
www.bluewaternetwork.org
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Works
to stop environmental damage from vessels and vehicles, and to protect
human health and the planet by reducing dependence on fossil fuels. A
division of Friends of the Earth.
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California
Clean Car Campaign
www.calcleancars.org
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A
project of Californian health, environmental and public interest groups,
works to defend California's vehicle global warming pollution standards.
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Pacific
Institute
www.pacinst.org/
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Independent,
nonpartisan think-tank studying issues at the intersection of development,
environment, and security. Produces reports on global warming and water.
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Transportation
and Land Use Coalition (TALC)
www.transcoalition.org
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Partnership
of over 90 groups working for a sustainable and socially just Bay Area.
Envisions a region with healthy, vibrant, walkable communities that provide
all residents with transportation choices and affordable housing. Analyzes
county and regional policies, works with community groups to develop
alternatives, and coordinates grassroots campaigns.
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Union
of Concerned Scientists
www.ucsusa.org
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An
independent nonprofit alliance of more than 100,000 concerned citizens and
scientists. Augments rigorous scientific analysis with innovative thinking
and committed citizen advocacy to build a cleaner, healthier environment
and a safer world.
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Vote
Solar
www.votesolar.org
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Aims
to stop global warming and increasing energy independence by bringing solar
energy into the mainstream, and lowering its cost.
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Technology Developers
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Lawrence
Berkeley Labs – Climate Change and Carbon Management
www-esd.lbl.gov/CLIMATE/index.html |
Conducts
research into climate change prediction, impact assessment, and mitigation.
In addition, researches stewardship of water resources and the
environmental effects of energy and land use. Have active projects on
climate and hydrology, climate change, terrestrial and marine
biogeochemistry, and carbon management in geologic, oceanic, and
terrestrial systems. |
The Designers Accord
http://www.designersaccord.org
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The Designers Accord is a coalition of design and innovation firms focused on working together to create positive environmental and social impact. It was started in Palo Alto.
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Technical Assistance (emission inventories, reporting and
best practices)
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California
Climate Action Registry
www.climateregistry.org
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Established
by California statute as a non-profit voluntary registry for greenhouse gas
(GHG) emissions. Its purpose is to help companies and organizations with
operations in the state to establish GHG emissions baselines against which
any future GHG emission reduction requirements may be applied. Website
includes a list of technical providers.
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Climate
Protection Campaign
www.climateprotectioncampaign.org
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Inspires
action in response to the climate crisis, and advance practical,
science-based solutions for significant greenhouse gas reductions.
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ICLEI
Local Governments For Sustainability
www.iclei.org/us
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International
association of local governments and national and regional local government
organizations that have made a commitment to sustainable development.
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Institute
for Local Government (ILG)
www.cacities.org/index.jsp?zone=ilsg
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Provides
independent research and information for California's communities and their
leaders. It is the nonprofit research affiliate of the League of California Cities
and the California State
Association of Counties. Its materials help city, county and special
district officials.
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Silicon
Valley Leadership Group
www.svlg.org
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Organized
to involve principal officers and senior managers of member companies in a
cooperative effort with local, regional, state, and federal government
officials to address major public policy issues affecting the economic
health and quality of life in Silicon Valley.
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Sustainable
San Mateo County
www.sustainablesanmateo.org
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Goals
to provide fact-based information about San Mateo County’s economy,
environment, and society.
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Sustainable
Silicon Valley
www.SustainableSiliconValley.org
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Collaboration
of businesses, governments, and NGOs. First initiative, engaging
organizations to work towards a goal of reducing regional carbon dioxide
emissions.
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Thimmakka’s
Resources for Environmental Education
www.thimmakka.org/
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Operates
the Thimmakka-Certified Green Restaurant program, providing a directory of
TCGR restaurants in the Bay Area.
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UC
Berkeley Chancellor’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability (CACS) –
University focused
sustainability.berkeley.edu
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University
and community efforts focused on sustainability and climate change
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Youth Groups
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Campus
Climate Challenge
www.climatechallenge.org |
A
project of more than 30 leading youth organizations throughout the U.S. and
Canada. The Challenge unites young people to organize on college campuses
and high schools to win 100% Clean Energy policies at their schools. |
Silicon Valley Clean Tech Alliance
http://svcleantech.org
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A collective of professionals and students passionate about advancing clean technology, renewable energy and sustainable living.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We would like to extend our
thanks to Allison Quaid of Bay Area Alliance for Sustainable Communities, to
Sally Tomlinson with Sustainable Silicon Valley, and to Bruce Riordon of
Elmwood Consulting who authored a list on which this page is based.
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