Santa Clara County Resources
Climate Network Map
See who is working on climate in the County and what they are focusing on.
EcoAtlas - Explore Projects
Browse other projects in Santa Clara County and in the region. Members can add projects through the member portal.
Silicon Valley 2.0
Learn about how climate hazards like sea level rise, riverine flooding, wildfire and extreme heat impact the people and infrastructure assets in Santa Clara County.
Adapting to Rising Tides
Learn about causes of flooding, exploring maps of flood risk along our shoreline, and downloading the data for further analysis. Increase understanding of what could be at risk without future planning and adaptation.
Resource Library
Browse a range of Santa Clara County, national and international resources related to climate adaptation, resilience, climate, and nature-based solutions. Browse by topic or scroll down the list.
General Resources
2024 SC4 Annual Survey Results
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Report
About:
The Santa Clara County Climate Collaborative's 2024 Annual Survey results highlight the value and effectiveness of SC4’s programs and activities, gathers feedback on participants' experiences with the Collaborative and its Work Groups, and provides a comprehensive overview of progress, helping to guide future program development.
Strategic Plan
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Report
About:
The Collaborative's Strategic Plan outlines our collective vision and strategic goals for the future and will guide us effectively in our ongoing efforts toward climate action and community resilience.
2023 Collaborative Survey Results
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Slides
About:
The Santa Clara County Climate Collaborative's 2023 Annual Survey offers a comprehensive overview of the progress the Collaborative made in achieving its intended impact and building on its principles.
Coyote Creek Historic Ecology
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
Riverine Flooding
Type:
Research/Report
About:
In Depth review of past and current land use, landscapes, and habitats in the coyote creek watershed
Coastal Resilience Evaluation and Siting Tool
United States
Topic:
Habitat and Ecology
Type:
Mapping
About:
Toolkit for areas fit for restoration of natural habitats that align with communities
American River Daylighting Streams Report
Sacramento, CA, USA
Topic:
Riverine Flooding
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Daylighting creeks
EPA's Green Infrastructure Modeling Toolkit
United States
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Web Resource
About:
EPA's green Infrastructure modeling toolkit
SFEI Adaptation Atlas
San Francisco, CA, USA
Topic:
Sea Level Rise
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Focused bay area resilience solutions for sea level rise. Basis of the Santa Clara County Resilience Web Tool.
Green Stormwater Infrastructure Handbook
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Handbook for Green Stormwater Infrastructure integration
Santa Clara Basin Stormwater Resource Plan
Santa Clara, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Stormwater final report
Santa Clara County Urban Ecological Planning Guide
Santa Clara, CA, USA
Topic:
Habitat and Ecology
Type:
Web Resource
About:
Santa Clara County GSI planning guide
Sediment for survival:
A Strategy for the Resilience of Bay Wetlands
in the Lower San Francisco Estuary
San Francisco Bay Area, CA, USA
Topic:
Sea Level Rise
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Report on the importance of tidal marshes and tidal flats in the Bay and need to restore them to address climate change.
Trees and Hydrology in Urban Landscapes
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
How to integrate tree canopies, green stormwater infrastructure in urban environments.
Coastal California Rain Gardens
California, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Resource on coastal rain gardens in California.
Integrating Planning with Nature
San Francisco, CA, USA
Topic:
Habitat and Ecology
Type:
Research/Report
About:
How to integrate urban planning and nature to support resilience.
Green Roof Plant List
Davis, CA, USA
Topic:
Habitat and Ecology
Type:
Web Resource
About:
Resource for California native plants.
United Kingdom Nature Based Solutions Guidebook
United Kingdom
Topic:
Nature-based Solutions
Type:
Web Resource
About:
Guidebook designed for UK for nature-based solutions.
Climate Change Research
California, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Research
About:
Range of climate tools and data
The Climate Mobilization Organization
Topic:
Climate
Type:
Research, Best Practices
About:
Policy frameworks, messaging, and organizing approaches to accelerate the global transition into “Emergency Mode” on climate.
Bay Area Climate Organizations Mapping Tool
Bay Area, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Engagement, Research, Mapping Tool
About:
Dynamic listing of all climate organizations
Moody's Sustainability in Focus
Topic:
Climate
Type:
Best Practices
About:
A series of events and information by Moody's discussing climate risks.
CURB Climate Scenario Tool
Topic:
Climate
Type:
Techncial Resource
About:
Free tool to assess different climate strategies.
Nature Based Solutions Database
Topic:
Nature-based Solutions
Type:
Research
About:
Database of global nature based solutions for climate change.
Local Government Commission (LGC)
Sacramento, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Best Practices
About:
Statewide non-profit supporting local governments with a range of resources and info.
2024 Fall In-Person SC4 Convening
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Slides
About:
The 2024 Fall Collaborative Meeting had special guest speakers, Santa Clara County Supervisor Otto Lee and Dr. Jennifer Norris from the California Wildlife Conservation Board who discussed urgent challenges we face at both the state and local levels. A Gallery Walk was held for attendees to view the work of our Collaborative work groups. The afternoon wrapped up with a panel discussion on the Resilience Fund.
2023 Collaborative Annual Report
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Report
About:
The Santa Clara County Climate Collaborative's 2023 Annual Report, offers a comprehensive overview of the progress the Collaborative made in achieving its intended impact and building on principles of community ownership, network building, and nature based solutions. Gain insights into the Climate Collaborative projects and partnerships that drive positive change in Santa Clara County.
Green Plan It
California, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Mapping
About:
Green infrastructure watershed mapping tool
Urban Street Design Guide
New York, NY, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Policy
About:
Urban street design guide for bio-orientation areas
Ecology Based Tree Management
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Santa Clara County focused Tree Management program planning document.
EPA Green Infrastructure Website
United States
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Web Resource
About:
EPA's website on Green Infrastructure
A Catalogue of Nature-Based Solutions for Urban Resilience
Topic:
Nature-based Solutions
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Detailed catalog of nature-based solutions
Biotreatment Soil Media and Specification: Current Research on Trees and Water Quality Treatment
Bay Area, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Good resource for bio-orientation areas, specifically soil comporition
Stormwater Treatment Portal
Santa Clara County, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Mapping
About:
GIS Data portal
The Coyote Creek Native Ecosystem Enhancement Tool
Santa Clara Court, Fairfax, VA, USA
Topic:
Riverine Flooding
Type:
Web Resource
About:
Coyote creek natural enhancement tool via the EcoAtlas platform. Sign up required.
Southgate Neighborhood Green Street
Palo Alto, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Southgate neighborhood case study that has implemented pervious pavement and bio-orientation areas
Making Natures Cities
San Francisco, CA, USA
Topic:
Habitat and Ecology
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Nature-based strategies for improving biodiversity.
Does the Horizontal Levee Work
San Lorenzo, CA, USA
Topic:
Sea Level Rise
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Research on horizontal levees
Hacienda Avenue Green Street Case Study
Campbell, CA, USA
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Green Street case study for multi-solution residential neighborhood plan
CMANC Conference Presentation on Mudflats
Bay Area, CA, USA
Topic:
Sea Level Rise
Type:
Research/Report
About:
Presentation for Bay Area Mudflat Augmentation
Up on the Roof
Topic:
Green Infrastructure
Type:
Web Resource
About:
Green roof details and examples.
Online catalog of nature-based solutions
Topic:
Nature-based Solutions
Type:
Web Resource
About:
General and national scope for nature-based solutions.
CCAEJ Organization
California, USA
Topic:
Engagement
Type:
Engagement
About:
Environmental Justice Organization with resources and information to engage effectively and authentically.
Building on Cities to Deliver a Green and Just Recovery
California, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Best Practices
About:
This report highlights the many ways cities are pioneering ambitious climate solutions –such as expanding walking and cycling networks, accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles, and more.
Grist Climate News
United States
Topic:
General
Type:
News Site
About:
Detailed news site for all things climate related
California Climate Action Portal
California, USA
Topic:
Climate
Type:
Mapping Tool, Plans
About:
CAP strategies and goals, mapped for all of California's climate action plans
Climate Policy Dashboard
Berkeley, CA, USA
Topic:
General
Type:
Research
About:
A comprehensive database of the latest climate policies in California.
ReSCAPE Regenerative Landscapes Principles
California, USA
Topic:
Nature-based Solutions
Type:
Best Practices, Technical Resources
About:
Leading non-profit in training, certifications for sustainable landscapes