Get Involved in Sustainability!

From attending special events to participating in community clean-ups, there are lots of ways you can support County sustainability initiatives!

Celebrate Earth Day

Each year, Santa Fe County hosts a community event to mark Earth Day. This year’s Earth Day event will be held on April 22, 2023 at the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds. Check back for event details and registration!

Adopt a Road

Join the Adopt-a-Road program to help keep Santa Fe beautiful!

The Adopt-a-Road program helps to save tax payer dollars, build community pride, and protect the environment. Participants select a County road to adopt and pick up litter along that road at least twice per year. Volunteers include young adult organizations, businesses, faith-based organizations, families, individuals, and more!

How to adopt a road

1. Click here to view the Adopt-a-Road map and find a County road that you would like to adopt.
2. Contact Nav Khalsa, Volunteer Coordinator, at [bot protected email address] (505) 992-9894 to sign up for the Adopt-a-Road program. Adopters will need to complete two forms: 1) an information form describing the road you would like to adopt; and 2) a hold harmless agreement that addresses the legal and safety concerns of roadside work. Once you have signed up, we will provide you with free clean up supplies, including trash bags, gloves, and safety vests. We can even place signage along your segment of road that recognizes your participation in the program!
3. Commit to picking up litter along your adopted road at least twice per year. Share your progress and photos with us at [bot protected email address]. 

 Join an Advisory Board

Santa Fe County routinely seeks community members to share their expertise on advisory boards and committees. Are you passionate about protecting open spaces, promoting sustainable development, addressing plastic pollution, or expanding access to nutritious food?  Click here to learn more the County advisory boards and apply to serve!

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