Sustainability & Resiliency
Making our community more sustainable and resilient means managing our resources responsibly, reducing our carbon footprint and reducing our vulnerability to threats like climate change and hurricanes.
Sustainability and Resiliency Program
The Sustainability and Resiliency Program, a division of the Office of Resilience and Asset Management, strives to make Pinellas County more sustainable and resilient to current vulnerabilities and future conditions, promote the wise use of resources, and reduce our overall carbon footprint, through internal governmental practices and external community services.
Learn MoreNews
- News July 2, 2024 Pinellas County seeks input on community flooding
- News May 24, 2024 Pinellas County and Tarpon Springs Fire Rescue to host free hurricane preparedness expo on June 1
- News May 24, 2024 Condado Pinellas y Cuerpo de Bomberos de Tarpon Springs tendrán una expo gratis sobre preparación para huracanes el 1 de junio
- News May 22, 2024 Beach nourishment to begin June 3 at Pass-a-Grille
- News May 21, 2024 County holds groundbreaking ceremony for Raymond H. Neri Community Park improvements
Events
View All EventsHousehold Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Household Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Business Electronics & Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm….
Household Chemical Collection Event
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s collection event for household chemicals. This event is located at HHW North, located at 29582 U.S. 19 N.,…
Projects
View All ProjectsResilient Pinellas Action Plan
In 2023, Pinellas County completed its Resilient Pinellas Action Plan, which will guide the County’s sustainability and resiliency initiatives for years to…
Pinellas Trail North Gap – Lake Tarpon Outfall Canal Bridge
Project Description There is one remaining gap in the northern segment of the Pinellas Trail, referred to as the Pinellas Trail North…
Sea Level Rise & Storm Surge Vulnerability Assessment
Overview Pinellas County is ready to face the unprecedented challenge in the coming decades of adapting to climate change and sea level…
Flood Mitigation Action Plan
Overview Pinellas County is developing a countywide Flood Mitigation Action Plan (FMAP) to make the county more resilient to flooding and other…
Programs
View All ProgramsSmall Quantity Generator Program
All counties in Florida are required by the legislature to establish and implement a Small Quantity Generator (SQG) notification and verification program…
Clean Marina Program
Boater Benefits The Clean Marina Program helps boaters protect waterways and marine life from pollution. Participating boaters and marina staff learn: How…
Air Quality Program
Pinellas County’s Air Quality Program is dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing our local air quality for the health and welfare of…
Living Shorelines Program
Protect Your Property & Help the Environment Living shorelines use natural elements such as oyster reefs, marsh grasses and mangroves to protect......
Business Waste Reduction & Recycling FAQ
Details on how Pinellas County businesses can reduce their waste and utilize recycling collection services....
Tampa Bay Area Regional Transit Authority
Established in 2007 by the Florida Legislature, the Tampa Bay Area Regional Transit Authority (TBARTA) worked to advance regional transportation needs in......
Pinellas County awarded $700,000 grant to continue vulnerability assessment efforts
Pinellas County was awarded $700,000 in grant funding Tuesday from the State of Florida’s Resilient Florida Grant Program to complete the second......
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program diverts household hazardous waste from the municipal solid waste stream for proper recycling......
What does the Sustainability and Resiliency Program do?
The goal of the Sustainability & Resiliency Program is to make Pinellas County more resilient to threats such as climate change and......
Resilient Pinellas Action Plan
In 2023, Pinellas County completed its Resilient Pinellas Action Plan, which will guide the County’s sustainability and resiliency initiatives for years to......
Green Living
There are many ways we can all help make our community a better place to live. Below are some ideas to get......
Electric Vehicles
Pinellas County goes electric To reduce our carbon footprint and stay current with emerging technologies, Pinellas County is gradually replacing our gas-powered......
Sustainability and Resiliency Leadership and Collaboration Initiatives
Meeting sustainability and resiliency goals requires a new way of thinking about how programs, projects and policies are developed and delivered. Local......