Inspiring and building a sustainable, healthy, and just future for the East Bay, California, and beyond.

We envision a world where human activity nurtures the ecosystems that we all depend on.

Our Vision

The Ecology Center envisions a world where human activity nurtures the ecosystems that we all depend on. A world of sustainable cities and empowered, resilient communities. A world with zero waste and zero toxics, equal access to healthy food, sustainable resource use, and a safe and stable climate.

Our Theory of Change

The EcoCalendar

Classes, workshops, exhibits, tours, films, and other sustainability events.

Events directly related to Ecology Center’s main topic areas, and located mostly in the East Bay.

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Measure AA Campaign Kick-Off

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Sat, Sep 12 9:30am - 12:30pm

Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, California 94702

California Coastal Cleanup Day 2026

A Community Effort We’re Proud to Support California Coastal Cleanup Day brings communities together to protect our beaches, bays, and waterways. The Ecology Center is proud to support this statewide...

Sat, Sep 19 9:00am - 12:00pm

Shorebird Park Nature Center, 160 University Avenue Berkeley, CA 94710

Slice of Our Markets

Slice of Our Markets An evening rooted in local food, connection, and purpose Experience the Berkeley Farmers’ Markets in a whole new way—through the people who grow the food, the...

Thu, Sep 24 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Vintage Berkeley, 2113 Vine Street, Berkeley, California 94709

What We Do

Transforming the ideals of sustainability into everyday practice.

Food & Farming

Building an alternative food system with access to healthy, sustainably produced food for all.

The Ecology Center is actively working to create and promote an alternative food system that is based on the values of environmental protection, justice, and access to healthy, sustainably produced food for all.

Find a Farmer's Market

Berkeley Farmer's Market

Zero Waste

Advancing Real Recycling and Waste Reduction at the Source

We were among the very first recycling programs in the US, and we continue to push toward our goals of Zero Waste and natural resource conservation.

Get Curbside Recycling

What Can I Recycle?

Climate & Policy

Advancing Climate Solutions Rooted in Community and Equity

The Ecology Center helps people both prevent and prepare for the inevitable effects of climate change. We also bring people together to make our cities more resilient in the face of imminent climate instability.

Youth Development

Preparing the next generation of environmental justice leaders.

We prioritize engaging youth from low-income communities of color, as we aim to support and develop more youth environmental advocates of color in our community.

Sustainable Living

Healthy choices for yourself, your family, your community, and the environment.

We provide information, educational opportunities, tools, and products to assist and develop your sustainable lifestyle. Our offerings support the goals of zero waste, zero toxics, equal access to healthy food, sustainable resource use, and a safe and stable climate.

News & Updates

We address critical issues through a model of education, action, advocacy, and expansion.

Image of We Did It Once, Let’s Do It Again—Berkeley’s Soda Tax

Food & Farming

Youth Development

We Did It Once, Let’s Do It Again—Berkeley’s Soda Tax

Committed to protecting the health of our community, Berkeley residents have placed Measure AA on the November ballot to strengthen...

Your Local Farmers’ Market—A Well of Resilience and Community Care

Trains whiz by in the background, their conductors honking and waving. Clouds shift overhead, pooling into the sky as it...

Student Movement Abecedarian—Celebrating Bay Area Student Activism

Gabriel Cortez, Ecology Center’s 2023–24 poet in residence, continues to spread the spoken word in our community. His recent poetry...

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Get Involved

The Ecology Center depends on your support and participation.

Whether you give, volunteer your time, or stay connected through our newsletter, there are many ways to be part of this work. Every action helps strengthen community-led solutions and drive lasting change.