Implementation
Create a drop-off point for fossil fuel–powered landscaping equipment at the North Area Recovery Station Household Hazardous Waste Facility and other appropriate County-operated facilities. The County may explore partnering with other agencies to expand the number of drop-off points throughout the County.
Timeframe: Near term
GHG Reduction Potential: Not quantified
Sector: Vehicles - Off-Road
Target Indicator: Track the number of vouchers issued for the exchange of fossil fuel–powered lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and weed trimmers. Aim to have 1,000 pieces of landscaping equipment traded in by 2026.
Status of Implementation
The Sustainability Manager has initiated discussions with the Air District and the Department of Waste Management and Recycling to stand up this program and aims to provide $75K annually for $200 incentives for 333 pieces of equipment annually over the next three years. Currently, the Sustainability Manager and Air District are exploring funding opportunities for incentives as well as a model for program administration. The Department of Waste Management and Recycling is open to providing space at the North Area Recovery Facility for a pilot program. The above agencies and departments continue to coordinate through standing quarterly meetings facilitated through the County Executive's Sustainability Manager's Office and through specific meetings related to this measure and the conceptual administration of such a trade-in program.
Updated 10/13/2023
