The City of Irvine been named one of the first Clean California Communities for its ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and its focus on keeping Irvine a beautiful place to live.
The Clean California Community Designation Program is part of the broader Clean California Initiative, which was established to clean up, reclaim, transform, and beautify public spaces statewide.
To earn the designation, Irvine had to meet a series of criteria in support of litter prevention, beautification, and environmental enhancement. The City established education and outreach activities to reduce single-use plastics and implemented a program to provide financial incentives for residents to transition from gas-powered to battery-operated lawn equipment.
“The Clean California Community designation is a testament to our dedication to reducing litter, enhancing public spaces, and inspiring pride in our City,” said Mayor Larry Agran. “This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our community, and it reaffirms our shared dedication to keeping Irvine a beautiful, sustainable, and welcoming place for all.”
Irvine has long been a leader in California’s Zero Litter movement and continues to move forward with innovative sustainability efforts. Over the past year, the City has advanced alternative transportation methods by building protected bikeways and launching its free Irvine CONNECT shuttle bus system. The City is also planting thousands of new trees and providing resources to help residents switch to rooftop solar to save money and reduce their carbon footprint.
To learn more about the Clean California Community program, click here.
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