Partners for Climate Action (PCA), a Hudson Valley nonprofit and partner of Sustainable Putnam, has announced a new grant program titled Building Decarbonization...
We're committed.
Our mission is to develop sustainable communities across Putnam County, NY — ecologically sound, socially equitable, and economically responsible — today and for future generations.

We're building a Sustainable Putnam.
Here's the steps we're taking towards a cleaner county:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions to reverse global warming.
- Strengthen the resilience and biodiversity of our ecosystems.
- Improve the quality of life in our homes and neighborhoods.
- Encourage socially and ecologically responsible local businesses.
We're working together, and we need your help.
Through partnerships with residents, community organizations, businesses, and local governments, Sustainable Putnam works to improve our ecosystems' health, strengthen community bonds, and build a more vibrant local economy.
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Drop-off Community Composting
We’re working to bring a food waste solution to your town: Drop-off Community Composting. Also known as “food scrap recycling,” this program accepts...
Be Sustainable with Passive House
by Debora Hoffman, Passive House Network Imagine if the very building you live in could help you meet your sustainability goals. The building...
DEC’s Municipal Green Purchasing Program
From New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s “Making Waves” e-newsletter:Good news for local governments! Governor Hochul recently announced the new Green Purchasing...
Upcoming Events
We work better together. Attend our events and see what we're all about!
Mahopac Repair Café
Bring your broken lamp, small appliance, jewelry, toy, or article of clothing that needs mending...
Free Clean Energy Clinic – Dec 14
Book a free 30 minute appointment to speak 1:1 with our trained Energy Coach. Receive...