
Sustainability at Cabrillo
At Cabrillo College, we are steadfastly dedicated to contributing to a more sustainable future, both for our campus community and for the world at large. We recognize the importance of nurturing an eco-conscious culture and fostering environmental stewardship among our students, staff, and faculty.
As you navigate through our website, you will discover a wealth of resources and opportunities designed to promote environmental awareness, responsible practices, and innovative solutions to the pressing challenges of our time. We invite you to explore and learn more about how Cabrillo College is actively working towards creating a greener, more resilient future for generations to come. Join us in our ongoing journey to preserve our planet and ensure the well-being of everyone.

Tour sustainability Efforts on Campus

Water Stations on Campus
Specific water station locations:
In an effort to reduce use consumption of drink containers, we offer filtered water stations on campus.
Upper Campus
Lower Campus
Athletic Fields

Waste on Campus
Divert 75
With state-mandated AB 341, Divert 75 was created to divert 75% of our total waste away from our landfill and into more sustainable options such as composting, recycling, and reusing. Recycling ♻ bins can be found throughout the campus.

Green Energy and Buildings on Campus
Photovoltaics
We aim to be energy and green conscious in our building to strive for a healthy space we work and learn. The Horticulture Department greenhouse facilities includes photo-voltaic panels - allowing light to pass through for the plants while also generating clean energy.
Lighting
Lights in the buildings are motion censored. This helps reduce energy use.
LEED Platinum-Certified Building
The Solari Green Technology Center in Watsonville - a shining example of Cabrillo's commitment to sustainability, and our first-ever LEED Platinum-certified building, setting the benchmark for eco-conscious design and innovation.

Transportation to Campus
Charging Stations
Cabrillo offers Aptos Campus EV Charging Stations.
Bike Co-op
Cabrillo offers options to help students faculty and staff avoid the parking hassles and find more sustainable alternatives to the Single-Occupant-Vehicle (SOaV) commute, including bikes & buses. Visit our Bike Co-Op Program for many resources.
Bus Pass
Our community has a great bus system! Get a bus pass at the Cabrillo Welcome Center. There is no additional cost for the bus pass since the expenses are already covered by the student fees.
Sustainability Scholarship
Sustainability Council honors Sky's memory by offering a $500-$1000 Cabrillo College transfer students, active in the Sustainability Council, pursuing a baccalaureate degree in the environmental science, sustainability or ecology field.
Community Programs and Information
APTOS On-Campus : In-Person Events
- Now - April 14
The Empathy Project: Art, Compassion & Connection - Cabrillo Gallery
- All week
Check out the Library DIsplay
- Monday, April 17 : 11:00-12:00
Renew your relationship with the Earth. Take a walk in the woods right from
campus. All are welcome! Meet Lisa Gilbert and Kendall Sooter at the trailhead
- Monday, April 17, 3:00-5:00
Food, Not Waste, Fair &; Action for Sustainability Class display in the Quad
- Tuesday, April 18 : 12:00-1:00
Solar PV Array tour! Meet in Lot K by the gym for a Facilities Dept. led tour
of the system that will power our campus with clean energy.
- Thursday, April 20 2023 10:30 -2:30 pm
Celebrate Earth Week in the plaza near the Cafeteria
Put a plant in it! Take home a gift from the Earth or bring some to share.
Bring your upcycled plant container.
Also!!! Make friends with a California native plant and bring one home
Energy for a Sustainable Future Student Displays
Get active with local environmental non-profits
- 11:30 -1:00 pm Room 913
Eco-Anxiety with Erin Johnson
- 6:30 pm, Crocker Theater
Mental Health Conference speaker Dr. Kristen Neff- Mindful Self
Compassion
WATSONVILLE: On-Campus In-Person Events
- Tuesday, April 18th, 12:00 noon- 2:00 pm
Put a plant in it! Take home a gift from the Earth or bring some to share.
Bring your upcycled plant container with Alyssa!
Also!!! Make friends with a California native plant and bring one home
Community Activities
- Sunday, April 9, 10:00am –12:00 pm
Cabrillo WiSE (Women in Science & Engineering) Beach Cleanup
Seabright Stairs View map
- Thursday, April 13, 6:00 pm
UCSC Confronting Climate Change: Heat! Climate Change and Human Health,
Panel discussion Register for Webinar
- Saturday, April 22, 1:00-4:00
Cooper St & San Lorenzo Park
- Saturday, April 22, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Cabrillo Natural History Club hike to the Younger Lagoon Reserve on the
UCSC Coastal Science Campus. We will visit part of YLR that is generally
not open to the public. RSVP (just for a headcount) via email to
- Sunday, May 21, 2023
UCSC Under a White Sky, Author Elizabeth Kolbert & Ezra Klein
Other Deep Read events from the Humanities Institute







