PROJECT DELIVERY & SUSTAINABILITY
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS SUMMARY OF SERVICES
The Environmental Programs Division develops and implements municipal and community-wide environmental sustainability programs through leadership, education, provision of technical assistance to ensure regulatory compliance, resource efficiency and effective stewardship. Key service areas include: Energy management consistent with Council-adopted Strategic Energy Plan and AB 32, SB 32, and AB 802. Implementation of grant-funded programs to aid businesses with regulatory compliance related to recycling, food recovery, and food waste reduction. Management of waste hauler franchise agreements to reduce waste to landfills and ensure recycling compliance with various regulations and statutes including AB 949, AB 341, AB 1826, and SB 1383. Public outreach programs to advance conservation and share resources on reducing energy, waste, and water consumption. • Staff support to the Sustainability Commission to facilitate community input on sustainability policies for City Council review. Amended exclusive waste hauler franchise agreement establishing SB 1383 residential food waste organics program; coordinated with over 400 businesses to promote compliance with food waste recycling and food waste prevention programs. Secured approximately $500,000 in grant funding to aid with solid waste diversion and recycling efforts; received a Beacon Award for implementation of the innovative door-to-door recycling program: Recycle From Home™. Supported the launch of Electrify Irvine and Solarize Irvine to help residents voluntarily implement electrification measures and secure discounted rates on solar installation. Issued a greenhouse gas emissions inventory for Irvine; gathered feedback from the public on the development of a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Implemented a battery storage system at Woollett Aquatic Center to offset peak energy use and provide annual cost savings. Accomplishments
Performance Measures
Dept Goal
2020-21 Actuals
2021-22 Actuals
2022-23 Estimate
2023-24 Budget
Performance Measure
Target
Enroll new participants in the green business program to promote resource conservation
10
12
12
10
10
II
Coordinate community outreach programs
15
8
30
15
15
II
Participate in regional and statewide energy and waste management training and networking opportunities
15
8
20
15
15
II
FY 2023-25 Adopted Budget
289
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