What Is a Climate Action Plan?

ClimateBy Judi Knispel

A Climate Action Plan (CAP) is a framework document for measuring, tracking and reducing greenhouse gas emissions while adopting climate adaptation measures.  Government officials use these documents to address the impact of climate change in their communities.  Climate Action Plans include

March 12th, 2025|Miscellaneous|

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Buy an EV

One of the biggest contributors to one’s carbon footprint is transportation—specifically, gas-powered vehicles. Your mileage will vary, so to speak, but according to the EPA, a typical passenger car emits about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, producing about 404 grams of

February 3rd, 2025|Miscellaneous|

Wrap up the Holidays Without the Waste

by Caroline Rothaug

Everyone we know is looking for ways to make their holidays more environmentally friendly. There are many beautiful ways to wrap your holiday gifts without creating waste. Why not wow your friends and family with uniquely wrapped gifts this holiday season?

Wrap your gifts in fabric

December 6th, 2024|Miscellaneous|

Fall Zero Waste Events

We fell hard for Zero Waste Events this fall!

The Zero Waste Committee has been very busy with events this fall! All of these would not be possible without our amazing partners and dedicated volunteers! Thank you all for helping us make Saratoga more sustainable!

September 14 Backyard Composting

November 6th, 2024|Miscellaneous, Zero Waste|

Plant Safe Spaces Under Your Trees

By Dianna Goodwin

If you are planting a tree this spring or working on landscaping around existing trees on your property, consider the needs of pollinators and other small creatures who live in your yard.

Give them a Soft Landing

Soft landings” are natural landscapes designed for the area under the shade of a tree that take

April 12th, 2024|Miscellaneous|

Together, We Made A Difference In 2023

Together we made a difference. Sustainable Saratoga fulfills an important role in our local community, and your support has never been more important to the success of our efforts. Please donate today to help us keep fighting for the protection of our environment and to carry out our mission in the

January 17th, 2024|Miscellaneous|

Interview with Jason Golub, DPW Commissioner

Sustainability in Saratoga Springs:

Interview with Jason Golub, DPW Commissioner

As the Commissioner of Public Works for Saratoga Springs, Jason Golub oversees the city’s Department of Public Works, which employs about 130 people and has a budget of roughly $130 million. An attorney who lives in Saratoga Springs, Golub was re-elected in November 2023 for his

December 19th, 2023|Archive, Miscellaneous|
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