Dedicated to being an environmentally-sustainable city, Richmond efforts include:
The outcomes they are looking for include: saving energy and money, reducing environmental impact, and improving economic vitality and quality of life. A few of the City’s action steps are:
https://www.peakoil.net/renewable/alternative-energy-sources
Join the local Watershed organization to help protect local watershed lands. Also, the Shoreline Coastal Cleanup events have been ongoing for years, making a huge difference in the waste impact along the county's seashore. And learn about responsible gardening practices that when done correctly help to reduce the impact on stormwater pollution.