Our Mission
Our mission is to share time-critical information with Orange County residents
about the escalating climate crisis, and empower them to make planet-friendly choices.
Building planet friendly, climate resilient blocks, one neighborhood at a time.
Our Programs
Sustainability Workshops
Through our Sustainability Workshops, we empower individuals to adopt practical, planet-friendly habits through engaging, hands-on experiences.
Plant-Based Diet Workshops
Our interactive workshops dive into the environmental benefits of plant-based diets, showcasing how they positively affect you, your community, and the planet.
Cool Block Program
By taking simple, actionable steps, we can reduce carbon emissions, prepare for extreme weather events, and build stronger, more resilient communities.
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-2,028 meaningful climate conversations that empowered individuals with knowledge and tools to take action.
-1,156 engaged participants in our workshops, learning about sustainability, plant-based diets, and climate resilience.
-141 students inspired through our eco challenges, helping shape the next generation of climate leaders.
Achievements
This year, Cool OC was on the move, traveling across Orange County to address the urgency of climate crisis. We provided critical resources to empower sustainable living, fostered resilience, and strengthened connections within our community.
2024 Recap!
Cool OC exhibited at SoCal VegFest 2024, joining over 200 of plant-based vendors. We engaged hundreds of attendees on addressing the climate crisis, sharing resources and our programs.
Costa Mesa
Hosted our Environmental Resource Fair, where we provided education to attendees about electrification, water conservation, plant-based diets, and more!
Fullerton
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Stick around for exciting updates as we take on new challenges, host more events, and continue building a resilient, sustainable future for Orange County! Together, we can make a lasting impact, but we can’t do it without your support. Donate today to help us achieve these goals and continue driving meaningful change across Orange County. Every contribution makes a difference!
Partnered with Surfrider North OC for a powerful beach cleanup and helped remove a staggering 1,267 pounds of trash!
Huntington Beach
We organized a screening of the film Common Ground with an insightful panel discussion to explore how regenerative agriculture can be an important climate solution.
Santa Ana
The Cool Irvine programs continues to drive sustainability and resilience across Irvine. In just 2024, 238 participating households made these incredible strides toward a green future:
-244 tons of CO2 emissions reduced.
-297,282 gallons of water conserved.
-743 sustainable actions completed.
-$106,464 in collective energy cost savings achieved.