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Mountain View Sustainability: It’s Easier and Less Expensive than Ever to Go Electric

Plus, get rid of unwanted items and then visit the City’s newest Park.





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* Year of the Water Heater: So many rebates, a program for everyone, same-day permits and more! [ #YWH3 ]
* The Plant-based Pantry: Enjoy a crispy crunchy summer snack [ #pbp ]
* Recycling and Zero Waste: Get rid of unwanted things sustainably! Join upcoming events for paper, hazardous waste, and miscellaneous stuff. [ #zw ]
* Biodiversity and Urban Forestry: Plant a free tree, visit Evelyn Park, and more. [ #bio ]





Year of the Water Heater





Woman in Wattson heat pump water heater costume

What a Deal! Install a New Electric Heat Pump for Less than a New Gas Model

Did you know that starting in 2027, gas water heaters will no longer be sold in the Bay Area? Get ready now! With limited time incentives, residents can install a heat pump water heater for less than a new a gas-fired water heater! The City and Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) are currently offering residents:


* Up to $4,000 to replace a gas-fired water heater with an electric heat pump water heater
* Up to $1,000 for upgrading from an electric water heater to heat pump water heater
* Up to $2,000 for electrical upgrades
* Higher rebates for income qualified households!

If that is not enough, there are even more rebates and tax credits available now. Check out the City’s website [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/city-manager-s-office/sustainability-and-resiliency/water-heater ] for more information!

Choose Your Own Adventure, There’s a Program for Everyone:

Cartoon drawing heat pump water heater

No matter what you’re looking for or how little time you have for the project, there’s a program to help upgrade your home. Which one sounds like the best fit for you?


* *Full-service upgrade [ http://svcleanenergy.org/full-service ]:*
* SVCE now offers fixed, transparent costs [ http://svcleanenergy.org/full-service/pricing ] and project management. No gathering multiple quotes, just sign-up and get started!
* Free upgrades and equipment for income-qualified households! Get started today to bring the benefits of electric home.

* *One-stop rebate application [ https://assisted.svcleanenergy.org/home ]:*
* Through this new free app or website, submit a single rebate application to save time.
* If you want to gather your own quotes, this site offers a list of qualified local contractors too.

* *Emergency water heater replacement is available!*
* Facing a gas water heater outage and want to upgrade to a heat pump? Call 408-260-5255 for same-day service and learn more about the emergency program here [ http://svcleanenergy.org/emergency-water-heater ].
* Post this number to your fridge or water heater if your water heater is over 10 years old, just in case!

* *Talk with an expert:*
* Not sure if your electrical panel is adequate to switch to a heat pump water heater? Want to do more than just go electric with your water heater? Personalized help is just a phone call, chat, or email away with the Go Electric Advisor [ https://goelectric.svcleanenergy.org/ ].
* Visit online or call 833-243-4235 (Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.- 5p.m) for advice from a full plan to asking a question about how a heat pump water heater would work in your house.

Same Day Permits Now Available for Electric Equipment!

Mountain View is excited to offer its new Same-Day Building Permit program [ https://developmentpermits.mountainview.gov/about-permits/same-day-permits ]. These online, instant permits for single-family residential and duplex homes do not require the submission of plans to receive a building permit so long as they comply with Mountain View building regulations, including State Building Codes. This week the program has been expanded to issue same day permits for:


* Heat Pump Water Heaters
* Heat Pump Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
* Electric Vehicle Chargers

Permits from the automated system are designed to meet both the City of Mountain View’ [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/city-manager-s-office/sustainability-and-resiliency/water-heater ]s and Silicon Valley Clean Energy [ https://svcleanenergy.org/home-rebates/ ]’s rebate programs for electric equipment installations.

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The Plant-Based Pantry





"Our plant-based eating program focuses on promoting healthy and sustainable food choices, supporting equitable access to healthy food, and spreading awareness about the positive health and environmental impacts of a plant-based diet."

Crispy Crunchy Chickpeas

Crunchy Chickpeas [ https://zerowastechef.com/2022/08/24/how-to-make-3-ingredient-gnocchi/ ]

Whip up this quick and satisfying summer snack! Great for a hike or afternoon protein boost to share. Find the quick video and download the recipe [ https://www.mountainview.gov/home/showdocument?id=11516&t=638850902828457565 ] from CollaborateMV [ https://collaborate.mountainview.gov/plant-based-eating ] and the City’s YouTube shorts page [ https://www.youtube.com/@MountainViewGov/shorts ].

Ingredients


* 1 can of chickpeas
* 1 tbsp avocado oil
* 1 tbsp lemon juice
* 1/2 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder, paprika

Directions


* Drain chickpeas
* Dry chickpeas for 1 hour
* Bake chickpeas in air fryer on 400 degrees for ~15 minutes, shake every 5 minutes
* Transfer chickpeas to a bowl and add the avocado oil and lemon juice
* Season with your favorite spices










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Recycling and Zero Waste





Paper shredding

Free Confidential Paper Shredding

Protect your privacy and reduce waste by securely recycling confidential papers such as bank statements, pay stubs, cancelled checks and credit offers. Attend our next free paper shredding event [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/public-works/recycling-zero-waste/events ].

*Saturday, July 12*
*8 a.m. - 3 p.m.*
*SMaRT Station, 301 Carl Road, Sunnyvale*

Please note:


* For Mountain View and Sunnyvale resident only, proof of residency required.
* 3 p.m. sharp line cut-off. Avoid peak wait times by visiting between 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. if possible.
* Limit of five bags or banker boxes per household. Small paperclips, staples, spiral notebooks, and rubber-bands are acceptable.
* Remove paper from heavy binders or binder clips to prevent damage to the shredding equipment.

household hazardous waste: cleaning supplies, batteries, paint, and more

Free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Event

Save the date for our next free household hazardous waste collection event in Mountain View!

*Saturday, August 23*
*By appointment only *
*Location will be emailed after registration*

Safely dispose of paint, batteries, electronics, auto fluids, used oil, garden chemicals, propane tanks, fluorescent and LED lightbulbs, aerosols and more. This event also accepts unwanted or expired drugs from both people and pets to help keep homes safe for children, seniors, and animals.

Appointments and proof of County residency are required. Starting the first week in July, call 408-299-7300 or book your appointment online at HHW.org [ https://hhw.santaclaracounty.gov/home ]. To schedule online, click the blue “Make a Free Appointment” button then select Mountain View on the calendar for August 23. Upon appointment booking, you will receive the specific Mountain View drop-off location.

Citywide Garage Sale at Households Throughout Mountain View

Citywide garage sale happy couple at garagesale

*September 13 and September 14, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.*

Find great deals, keep reusable items out of the landfill, and help support the City’s Zero Waste goals by participating in the Citywide Garage Sale!

Hundreds of residents will hold garage sales at their homes on September 13 and 14. Registration opens on Monday, July 7, and closes on Tuesday, September 2. On Monday, September 8, a map and address list of participating sellers will be posted online and outside City Hall. Visit the program site [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/public-works/recycling-zero-waste/events/citywide-garage-sale ] for more information.

“On Call Plus” – Convenient Curbside Pickup of Trash, Recyclable or Donatable Items

Ready for even easier spring cleaning?! On Call Plus [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/public-works/recycling-zero-waste/trash-recycling-services/curbside-cart-collection/bulky-items-dump-vouchers ] is a free cleanup program for residents where you can donate or throw out unwanted goods.

*For Single-Family Homes*

Eligible residents receive up to two On Call Plus pick-ups each year and appointments are required. Apartment complexes are eligible, see below. Contact Recology at 650-967-3034 or ContactUsRMV@Recology.com to schedule an appointment and follow the set-out guidelines illustrated below.

On Call Plus - separate by type of trash, donation, etc.

*How to Set Items Out Curbside*


*  Group items for collection by the different trucks that will collect them – recycling, yard trimmings, trash, reusables for donation, and bulky goods.
*  Set out up to three bulky items.
*  Contain loose items in boxes, bags, and bundles that each weigh no more than 50 pounds and do not exceed 4 feet in length. Place all items in an area no larger than 8 feet wide by 4 feet deep and 4 feet high.*
*

*Accepted Items for Recycling or Disposal*


*  Bulky items such as refrigerators, air conditioners, computers, televisions, household furniture, washers, dryers, water heaters, couches, chairs, mattresses, up to four passenger tires, lawnmowers, and BBQs.
*  Garbage, recyclables, and cardboard boxes.
*  Yard trimmings and tree branches no more than six inches in diameter.
*  Carpet no more than six inches in diameter.
*  Electronics such as radios, CPUs, VCRs, and printers.
*  Light construction materials such as doors, windows, plastic sheds, lumber, sinks, toilets, drywall, electrical, and plumbing.

*Accepted Items for Donation*

Reusable items in good condition (clothing, small appliances, sporting equipment, tools, etc.) may be donated in your On Call Plus set-out. Please group these items together and label for “Donation.”

*Live in an Apartment Complex?*

* Option 1: Your property manager can contact Recology to schedule a free complex wide collection of recyclable or donatable bulky items.
* Option 2: Free resident drop-off of recyclable or donatable bulky items at Mountain View Recycling Center, 935 Terra Bella Avenue. Contact Recology to tell them you are coming at 650-967-3034 or ContactUsRMV@Recology.com.

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Biodiversity and Urban Forestry





Arbor Day Tree Giveaway Program

Keep Celebrating Arbor Day 2025 with a FREE tree! The free trees are available to Mountain View homeowners to plant and maintain on their property. This program celebrates California Arbor Day and supports the City’s efforts to preserve and enhance its urban forest. Residents who want a free tree must complete and submit an online application at Mountain View Arbor Day Tree Giveaway Application [ https://cityofmountainview-hrhcy.formstack.com/forms/arbor_day_free_tree ]. Applications will be received through August 1, 2025, and the city will deliver the trees to recipients September through October, 2025. For more information and questions about this program, please reach out to the urban forest team at trees@mountainview.gov or (650) 903-6326.

Boy planting tree

Evelyn Park

Evelyn Mini Park is now open! This is the city’s 46th park and the first to be maintained solely by all electric equipment. The park also features two benches made from repurposed wind turbine blades. Click the link learn more about the environmental efforts the Parks Division is making in MV Parks Environmental Efforts [ https://www.mountainview.gov/our-city/departments/community-services/parks/environmental-efforts ].

Artist painting bench made from old wind turbine blades
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan Update

The City is developing a Citywide Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan (Plan) [ https://collaborate.mountainview.gov/biodiversity ]. Following the community engagement process detailed below, public feedback was synthesized with science-based research and data to shape the Plan’s vision, goals, and objectives. The project team is now identifying and reviewing feasible actions and metrics for the Plan, which will be brought as a draft to Commissions and the City Council for review and adoption August 2025 through April 2026.

The Plan will inform and influence other city plans, projects, and ordinances related to vegetation, wildlife, trees, and species, aiming to increase local habitats, preserve and enhance tree canopy, mitigate the effects of climate change, and create a more resilient environment. The City has been working with San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) to develop the Plan and a City Project Team, comprised of staff from multiple departments, was also established to support the development, facilitation, review, and implementation of the Plan.

Community engagement for the project began in June 2024 and wrapped up in December 2024. Efforts included pop-up events, workshops, a survey, an interactive project webpage, and a public stakeholder workshop specifically geared towards stakeholders, volunteers, and community members with technical knowledge, interest, or a connection to biodiversity and the urban forest. This workshop provided an opportunity for subject matter specialists and thought partners to participate in meaningful discussions and activities on topics including ‘Designing and Planting around the Built Environment,’ ‘Incorporating Habitat for Biodiversity into Transportation and Transit,’ and ‘Protecting Spaces for Nature.’ 

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