Environmental Overview

Explore Our
Programs

Discover the initiatives making Port Laken a leader in environmental sustainability.

What we're running

Recycling & Waste Reduction

Recycling & Waste Reduction

Our comprehensive recycling program makes it easy for residents to reduce waste.

40%

Waste Diverted

15K

Tons Recycled

98%

Participation

Curbside recycling pickup every Tuesday
Glass, plastic, paper, and metal accepted
Free recycling bins for all residents
Hazardous waste drop-off events monthly
Every Tuesday, 7 AM – 5 PMrecycling@portlaken.gov
Community Composting

Community Composting

Turn food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil for community gardens.

5K

Tons Composted

12

Drop-off Sites

500+

Home Composters

Free compost bins for residents
Monthly composting workshops
Community drop-off locations citywide
Free finished compost for gardens
Drop-off: Daily, 6 AM – 8 PMcompost@portlaken.gov
Solar Energy Initiative

Solar Energy Initiative

Harnessing the power of the sun to create a cleaner energy future for Port Laken.

75%

Clean Energy

2 MW

Capacity

$2M

Saved Annually

Residential solar rebate program
Community solar farm subscriptions
Free solar assessments for homes
Net metering for solar producers
Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 5 PMsolar@portlaken.gov
Wind Power Partnership

Wind Power Partnership

Working with regional partners to bring clean wind energy to homes and businesses.

25%

Grid Power

50K

Homes Powered

Zero

Emissions

Regional wind farm partnership
Green energy purchasing options
Community wind co-op investment
Educational tours available
Tours: Saturdays, 10 AMenergy@portlaken.gov
Water Conservation

Water Conservation

Protecting our most precious resource through smart management and community education.

2M

Gallons Saved

30%

Usage Reduced

100%

Clean Water

Free water-saving fixtures
Smart irrigation rebates
Rainwater harvesting program
Leak detection assistance
Hotline: 24/7water@portlaken.gov
Community Gardens

Community Gardens

Growing food, building community, and creating green spaces throughout Port Laken.

12

Garden Sites

400+

Plot Holders

10K

lbs Produced

Individual garden plots available
Free seeds and starter plants
Gardening workshops monthly
Youth education programs
Open: Dawn to Duskgardens@portlaken.gov