COOL SOLUTIONS for sustainable living
YOUR HOME
Your home. Your solutions.
YOUR LIFE
How will you level up?
NEIGHBORHOODS
Get connected on your block
ASSISTANCE, TAX CREDITS, REBATES, AND GRANTS
Discover how to apply for discounts and assistance on your energy bill and (income eligible) free solar, plus ways to save on electric vehicles, wood stove replacements, rooftop solar, solar hot water, and all-electric energy efficient systems.
WHAT CAN RENTERS DO?
Big actions have big impact and little actions add up! Choose what's best for you and celebrate your journey forward. Great ideas for homeowners, too. More ideas here!
HOMEOWNERS CHECKLIST
Check off your accomplishments and make a plan for the future across the three domains: Transportation, Consumption, and Home Energy and Home Energy Systems.
EMBRACE THE PLEDGE
Pledgers download the action menu and chose at least one carbon saving action in six categories to complete before Earth Day 2025.
COOL NEWS
Got Solar? Plug In Solar/Balcony Solar is waiting for the Governor’s signature!
Last week, the California legislature passed SB 868, legalizing “balcony solar”, which are small, portable panel kits that plug into any outlet with no rewiring or costly installation required. The bill is now waiting for the Governor’s signature. It offers solar to renters and anyone…
Intern Opportunity: Social media Storyteller!
Cool Davis is looking for interns/volunteers (17-25 years old) for an exciting project to tell diverse climate stories from our city and region that will be shared on social media platforms. We are looking for volunteers who are: Active users of social media (in…
Remembering a climate hero, John Mott-Smith
Cool Davis, among many other community groups, is mourning the death of John Mott-Smith, who played such a pivotal leadership role in advancing climate education and action in our region. John passed peacefully at home on August 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, at…
DRIVE ELECTRIC
Charge up your lifestyle with an electric vehicle. So many incentives, there's an infographic for that.
ROOFTOP SOLAR
Make a solid decision about solar. Federal incentives extended through 2032 at 30% of total project cost including backup batteries.
HOME ENERGY AND ELECTRIFICATION
Get your ducts in a row and go all-electric. Is your air conditioner more than 15 years old? Make a plan now!
Ride Cool: EVs@thePavilion Returns Sunday, September 27
Thinking about buying an electric vehicle or simply curious about what it’s like to own one? RIDE COOL Transportation Fair & EVs@thePavilion returns to downtown Davis on Sunday, September 27, offering a free opportunity to explore electric vehicles, e-bikes, and other sustainable transportation options while…
DEVA June Gathering Brings EV Enthusiasts Together in Davis
DAVIS, Calif. — Electric vehicle enthusiasts gathered June 10th at the Muir Commons Community Center for the latest meeting of the Davis Electric Vehicle Association (DEVA), which featured a presentation on EV travel and a showcase of four electric vehicles, including the Lucid Air, Lucid…
Climate Ready Neighborhoods Forum–Postponed
Building Resilience Together THIS EVENT IS BEING POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE. STAY TUNED! Mark your calendar for an important community conversation on climate resilience. On Sunday, May 31 from 2:30 to 4:30 PM, neighbors, organizers, and local leaders will gather at Da Vinci High…
Celebrate Earth Month 2026: Events in Davis and Beyond
Earth Month is here, and across Davis and our region, there are so many ways to come together, learn, and take action for a healthier planet. Whether you’re looking to get your hands in the soil, enjoy local food and music, or connect with others…
Picnic in the Park – Earth Day Celebration April 22nd
Regrettably, the Cool Davis/Cool Cuisine Picnic in the Park is cancelled due to rain. We hope to plan another Wednesday picnic with Cool Cuisine in the next few months! Wednesday, April 22 | 4:00 – 8:00 PMCentral Park – Main Lawn (Northwest Corner) Celebrate Earth…
