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 coming year.
Zero Waste — Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle
• Promoted the benefits of using gifting apps to keep usable items out of landfills
• Saratoga Recycles Day kept 13.5 tons out of landfills
• Held the first-ever Paint Collection and Recycling Day and kept 60,000 pounds of paint out of landfills
• Taught five workshops to help adults and kids learn about composting
• Held two Repair Cafes in collaboration with the Saratoga Springs Public Library
• Held Team up to Clean up events all over the Saratoga area
Urban Forestry Project — Tree Planting and Preservation
• Our Urban Forestry project proposal to the Saratoga Springs Participatory Budgeting program was funded for 2023
• Provided information and advice for homeowners about the spongy moth infestation
• Tree Toga 11 added a whopping 53 trees to our urban canopy
Land Use Advocacy — Protecting the Environment
• Continued to advocate for affordable housing
• Advocated for a comprehensive development plan for High Rock Park, including Flat Rock Park
• Weighed in on Liberty Affording Housing, Inc. request for a zoning amendment
Climate & Energy — Addressing the Climate Crisis
• Advocated for Union Avenue Enhancements, including bike lanes
• Supported the Clean Water, Clean Air, Green Jobs environmental bond act
• Highlighted four ways to take advantage of the IRA
• Held a successful EV Car and Bike Show
Pollinator Initiative — Protect & Create Safe Habitat
• Advised on pollinator friendlier alternatives to traditional lawns
• Held the first Pollinator Palooza native plant sale
• Inspired local residents and municipalities to embrace No Mow May
Sustainable Saratoga is a small non-profit making a big impact. Our work is made possible by people like you — volunteers, donors, and supporters. Together, we can continue to accomplish amazing things. Your contribution will help sustain and expand these efforts in the year ahead.
