Since its incorporation in 1916, the town of Carmel-by-the-Sea has pursued a vigorous strategy of planned development to enhance its natural coastal beauty, which its general plan describes as “a village in a forest overlooking a white sand beach”.

About Carmel by the Sea

• Incorporated: 1916
• Population: 3,722 (2010) 
• Location: located in Monterey County
• Area: 1.08 square miles
• Elevation: 223 feet

Climate Action Activities

• Is a Tree City USA
• Implemented a styrofoam ban
• Adopted a Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban Ordinance

Climate Action Resources

• Free EV charging station

Awards

Agency Energy Savings

• Platinum Level, 46% (2017)

Agency Natural Gas Savings

Agency Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Sustainability Best Practices