Welcome to the Office of Sustainability's website!
What is Sustainability?
Sustainability entails meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, by making social and economic challenges compatible with environmental responsibility. For more information on the office, click here.
Sign up for a FREE Home Energy Solutions energy audit, normally $75! Also, request a street tree for in front of your home
Elm City Green and Healthy Homes
The Elm City Green and Healthy Homes Initiative will bring together various services from the City and partners to make your home healthier and more efficient. As a preview, we are offering free Home Energy Solutions energy audits (normally $75) and free street trees. Sign up today!
The City is rolling out a new single stream recycling program.
Recycling Program
Want to learn about New Haven's recycling program? Visit our recycling page for more information.
Sign up for a FREE Home Energy Solutions energy audit, normally $75! Also, request a street tree for in front of your home
Home Tree Plantings
New Haven, in a partnership with URI, is offering trees to residents who wish to participate in plantings. Find out more...
Local Food
City Seed
Engaging the community in growing an equitable, local food system that promotes economic development, community development and sustainable agriculture.Visit their site...
City of New Haven Community Gardens
The Maintenance Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Trees is involved in a partnership with the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, Urban Resources Initiative (URI - an initiative of the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies) and the New Haven Land Trust to fund and coordinate community gardens and greenspaces. Visit their site...
Common Ground High School
Common Ground High School is a place where all members of the community – young and elementary-aged children, middle and high school students, the general public, and environmental practitioners – can find connections to the local environment, each other, and opportunities for learning and engagement. Visit their site...
Any comments/suggestions E-mail the Webmaster for the City of New Haven or contact the Mayor's Office, 165 Church Street, New Haven CT 06510, Telephone 203-946-8200.
