City of San Mateo

“San Mateo is a progressive community that continuously considers the impact that today’s actions will have on future generations. This is why sustainability is a top priority of the City. It is our goal to preserve the environment, provide economic well-being, and ensure social equity for our residents and businesses. Those living and working in San Mateo have always enjoyed a high quality of life. By focusing our efforts on sustainable initiatives we can better develop, manage, and preserve valuable community assets and resources for years to come.” – City of San Mateo’s Sustainability Website
- Incorporated: 1894
- Population: 97,207 (as of 2010)
- Location: Approximately 18 miles South of San Francisco in San Mateo County.
- Area: 15.88 square miles
Agency Energy Savings
- Silver Level, 8% (2020)
Agency Natural Gas Savings
Agency Greenhouse Gas Reductions
Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions
- Gold Level, 18% (2020)
- Silver Level, 9% (2015)
Sustainability Best Practices
- Gold Level (2015)