Resource Library

The 2024 Santa Clara County Climate Collaborative Annual Report highlights growth in partner organizations, the release of the first Strategic Plan, launch of the Climate Resilience Fund, major funding applications, work group activities, survey results, and outlines priorities for community resilience, emissions reduction, and shoreline adaptation in 2025.

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.

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 infrastructure watershed mapping tool

Urban street design guide for bio-orientation areas

Santa Clara County focused Tree Management program planning document.

EPA's website on Green Infrastructure

Detailed catalog of nature-based solutions

Good resource for bio-orientation areas, specifically soil comporition

GIS Data portal

Coyote creek natural enhancement tool via the EcoAtlas platform. Sign up required.

Southgate neighborhood case study that has implemented pervious pavement and bio-orientation areas

Nature-based strategies for improving biodiversity.

Research on horizontal levees

Green Street case study for multi-solution residential neighborhood plan

Presentation for Bay Area Mudflat Augmentation

Green roof details and examples.

General and national scope for nature-based solutions.

Environmental Justice Organization with resources and information to engage effectively and authentically.

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.

Detailed news site for all things climate related

CAP strategies and goals, mapped for all of California's climate action plans

A comprehensive database of the latest climate policies in California.

Leading non-profit in training, certifications for sustainable landscapes

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.

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.

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.

In Depth review of past and current land use, landscapes, and habitats in the coyote creek watershed

Toolkit for areas fit for restoration of natural habitats that align with communities

Daylighting creeks

EPA's green Infrastructure modeling toolkit

Focused bay area resilience solutions for sea level rise. Basis of the Santa Clara County Resilience Web Tool.

Handbook for Green Stormwater Infrastructure integration

Stormwater final report

Santa Clara County GSI planning guide

Report on the importance of tidal marshes and tidal flats in the Bay and need to restore them to address climate change.

How to integrate tree canopies, green stormwater infrastructure in urban environments.

Resource on coastal rain gardens in California.

How to integrate urban planning and nature to support resilience.

Resource for California native plants.

Guidebook designed for UK for nature-based solutions.

Range of climate tools and data

Policy frameworks, messaging, and organizing approaches to accelerate the global transition into “Emergency Mode” on climate.

Dynamic listing of all climate organizations

A series of events and information by Moody's discussing climate risks.

Free tool to assess different climate strategies.

Database of global nature based solutions for climate change.

Statewide non-profit supporting local governments with a range of resources and info.