Sustainable Putnam is preparing to launch a new solar electric installation program for home and business owners throughout Putnam county. “Installing solar electric...
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Our mission is to develop sustainable communities across Putnam County, NY — ecologically sound, socially equitable, and economically responsible — today and for future generations.

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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.
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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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Remembering Curtis Watkins
We are sad to acknowledge the recent death of our friend and colleague, Curtis Watkins. Curtis was an engaged, long-time advocate for the environment,...
Beating high energy prices while protecting the planet
As the Mahopac News so clearly explained (Utility bills skyrocket, NYSEG customers caught off-guard, February 17, 2022), electricity bills have increased dramatically this...
884 tons and Counting!
Solarize Putnam is the county-wide program Sustainable Putnam initiated last summer to help residents, businesses, and our town and county governments expand solar...