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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Event Series

Summer Solstice Week

Celebrate the longest days of the year at the Berkeley Farmers’ Markets! Summer Solstice Week brings three special events across our markets — from a hands-on food scrap natural dye demo and zero-waste tastings at South Berkeley, to wine, live music, and a Thursday evening out at North Berkeley, to the return of the beloved Great Strawberry Tasting at Downtown

Tue, Jun 23 - Sat, Jun 27

Various Locations

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.

Food & Farming

Welcoming Portia Bramble, Our New Food and Farming Program Director

The Ecology Center is delighted to welcome Portia Bramble as our new Food and Farming Program Director. Portia joins us...

Food & Farming

WOW, Web of Wonders Grasslands—Where Good Food Comes From

Taylor Black, longtime farm employee of True Grass Farm, has taken over the business from Guido Frosini and renamed it...

Food & Farming

The Magic of Growing Food and Self-Reliance: An Interview with Local Black Urban Farmer Jamila Hubbard

Jamila Hubbard is the owner and farmer of Shindig Home and Garden, which sells microgreens at our Tuesday South Berkeley...

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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.