Sustainability

Sustainability, has been a long-standing vision for the City of Coconut Creek. We believe that by working together, we can make a positive impact on both our community and the environment.

Sustainable Development is that which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Transportation & Mobility

Alternative Fuel Parking Spaces - Search to determine if your car qualifies under the List of LEED-Qualified Car
Bicycle Network - Interactive bike map
City Wide Mobility - Bike rack locations, bus shelters, trails, alternate vehicle parking
City Trailways Master Plan - Trails, greenways, sidewalks, points of interest
Community Bus - General Information | Bus "N" Route Schedule | Bus "S" Route Schedule

Green Building

Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC)US Green Building Council - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Globes - Nationally recognized green rating assessment Coconut Creek Green Building Code

Climate Change

Southeast Florida Regional Climate Compact NASA Climate Change NASA Climate Kids Vulnerability Assessment

Coconut Creek Green Plan

The Coconut Creek Green Plan contains sustainable/environmental themes including water, energy, urban design, urban nature, waste reduction, transportation, and climate change. The data for the 51 action items in the plan are reported annually by the City’s Green Team.

For a copy, contact Linda Whitman at LWhitman@coconutcreek.net

Sustainable Development Articles

Bird Watching

May 13, 2021, 07:47 by Sharon Vollmer

Full story

Waste & Recycling

Hazardous Waste Disposal - Drop-Off events
Pass Up Plastics Initiative - "Take the Pledge"
Recycling Right - The Do's and Dont's on Recycling

Water Conservation & Quality

Water Conservation - South Florida Water Management District
Water Quality Reports - Find past and present reports here, including flood zones and back-flow