The Monterey County Government organization acts as a regional leader by ensuring its programs, services, operations, and decision-making processes reflect our deep commitment to environmental integrity, while balancing economic sustainability, social equity and community health for current residents and future generations.

About Monterey County

• Incorporated: 1850
• Population: 415,057 (2010) 
• Area: 3,771 square miles
• Highest Elevation: 5,865 feet

Climate Action Activities

• Adopted a Climate Action Plan (2013)
• Adopted an Erosion Control Ordinance

Climate Action Resources

• Go Greet Monterey County
• Stormwater Management Program

Awards

Agency Energy Savings

• Gold Level, 15% (2017)

Agency Natural Gas Savings

Agency Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Sustainability Best Practices