Clean Water Program
Protecting Alameda County Water Resources for Over 20 years. Working with agencies from around Alameda County, the Clean Water program facilitates local compliance with the Clean Water Act. We foster a culture of stewardship of our local water resources.
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Residents - Storm Drains
The Connection between Your Neighborhood and the Bay. Everyday actions can adversely affect creeks, wetlands and the Bay. You can help by adopting simple practices to prevent pollution at home, especially when gardening, cleaning and maintaining your car.
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Businesses
Quick Tips for your Business. Simple changes to your operations and maintenance can help you comply with local regulations. The Clean Water Program makes it easy.
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Teachers
Inspire the Next Generation. Bring the water pollution prevention message to the classroom with Clean Water Program's free resources.
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Watersheds
Did you know you live in a watershed? Surprisingly, Alameda County's network of creeks, wetlands and the Bay extends into everyone's backyard. Even if you don't see any water in your neighborhood, you are still connected to the Bay.
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Welcome to the Clean Water Program
Healthy Creeks, Wetlands and Bay
Working with agencies from around Alameda County, the Clean Water program facilitates local compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act. We foster a culture of stewardship of our local creeks, wetlands and the Bay. Alameda County homes and businesses are connected to these important waters through the network of stormdrains found in every neighborhood.
Clean Water Program Alameda County

25 Feb2022

Free Webinar Series: Soil Basics

Written by Clean Water Editor. Posted in News

Soil Basics

Beautiful, pest-free gardens start in the soil. Learn why healthy soil is beneficial for the growth of your plants, reduction of pests, and the water efficiency of your garden. We will show you how to build & maintain nutrient rich soil whether you're starting with a bare lot or a mature garden. This class is for all levels of gardeners.

Join our free webinar on Thursday, March 10, 5-6 PM Recording available - click here to view!

About the Series:

Throughout the 2022 growing season, the Clean Water Program is offering free monthly webinars about organic gardening and non-toxic pest control, in association with Our Water Our World. Classes are presented by Suzanne Bontempo and Charlotte Canner, both certified Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Advocates.

Don't miss future webinars: Sign up for Clean Water News and follow us on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) to get notified of upcoming classes. You can find recordings of past webinars and more on our YouTube channel.

28 Jan2022

Free Webinar Series: An Eco-friendly approach to Growing Healthy Roses

Written by Clean Water Editor. Posted in News

An Eco-friendly approach to Growing Healthy Roses

The variety of roses we can grow in the Bay Area is astounding, and roses can provide nearly year-round blooms in our gardens. But this long growing period also means pests have more time to develop. Learn how to prevent and manage rose diseases and insect pests with an eco-friendly approach, as many pesticides can harm more than help. Plus, get advice on fertilizing and watering specific to where we live.

Free webinar on Thursday, February 10, 5-6 PM (PT) Recording available - click here to view!

About the Series:

Throughout the 2022 growing season, the Clean Water Program is offering free monthly webinars about organic gardening and non-toxic pest control, in association with Our Water Our World. Classes are presented by Suzanne Bontempo and Charlotte Canner, both certified Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Advocates.

Don't miss future webinars: Sign up for Clean Water News and follow us on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) to get notified of upcoming classes. You can find recordings of past webinars and more on our YouTube channel.

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