Everything about our future is connected to climate.
Each one of us can make a difference — and real change happens when we all act together.
“Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.”
- Ryūnosuke Satoro—Japanese Writer and Poet
Let’s make climate moves with big impact – together.
A few shifts in our daily lives add up to a world of difference. In Ashland, neighbors are working to:
⚡ Transition homes from fossil fuels to clean electricity
🚲 Advocate for safe walking and biking
♻️ Reduce food scraps and landfill methane
🔥 Prepare homes and neighborhoods for wildfire
💧 Conserve water
🌱 Rewild yards to restore pollinator habitats
These are real collective actions happening right now. Every community can take steps like these.
We’re Ashland Climate. As your local nonpartisan climate action group, we bring people together to do what they can about climate pollution right here at home.
Support our work to protect what you love
In our town, climate matters. But empowering climate action isn’t free. It takes time, resources, relationships, and staff. Your tax deductible donation today ensures that we remain a sustainable, vital resource for our entire community.
Our Programs
Our programs focus on collaborative actions. Moving to Ashland’s clean hydroelectricity — away from natural gas. Shifting from gas-fueled cars to electric vehicles, hybrids, and bikes. Composting food scraps to keep methane from forming in landfills. Big wins for our town and the climate!
Compost Your Food Scraps
Composting is a powerful way to eliminate pollution by keeping methane from forming in landfills. Plus, when food scraps go to local farms, it enriches soil and feeds animals. You can compost at home, hire a pick up service, or drop your food scraps off at the Tuesday Growers Market for free!
Sign up for a free Home Energy Score!
How energy efficient is your home? Take advantage of the City’s Home Energy Score program to help residents find opportunities to save money on their energy bills and reduce emissions. Our Home Energy Navigator Peter can also provide advice on rebates.
Get a “We’re Going Electric” Yard Sign!
Show your support of Ashland’s clean hydro-electricity. A yard sign helps spread the word about your journey to clean energy — and inspires your neighbors, too! Use a sticker for each appliance that’s electric: air heating and cooling system, water heater, dryer, fireplace, and stove.
Certified Home Energy Coaches
The process of upgrading appliances in your home or rental unit can be daunting. Our certified home energy coaches can help. Begin your journey with a free home energy review — either by phone or in person. We’ll help you create an action plan.
First Friday Bike Rides
On the first Friday of each month, Streets for Everyone hosts First Friday Bike Rides! Meet our ride leader on the Plaza in downtown Ashland at 5 pm to join the ride. We finish by 6 pm. It’s a great way to kick off the weekend with a family-friendly ride. RSVP on Facebook!
PedalPower Youth Bike Program
PedalPower teaches 4th and 5th graders in the Ashland school district how to safely ride bikes. Biking improves kids’ physical and mental well-being, aids concentration, and builds skills and healthy habits that serve them for a lifetime.
Bicycle Benefits
Ride your bike and save money at Ashland businesses! All you have to do is get a sticker at a participating business, put it on your helmet — and then just bike, shop, and save!
Connect with the Collaborative!
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“Thanks Ashland Climate! I saved a boat-load of money on insulation for my home. Thanks for helping me weatherize and make my home more energy efficient!”
– TRISH, ASHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Blog articles, stories, and more!
Discover the most important steps you can take — and take inspiration from neighbors who are making a difference.
Community Sponsors
Meet the dedicated businesses and organizations who support our work to energize Ashland.
PedalPower Sponsors
Because of these generous foundations, businesses, and organizations — 4th and 5th graders in Ashland are learning how to ride bicycles!
Learn more about PedalPower and join us in thanking these sponsors.
