named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Green Building Initiative
Provides education and resources to help residents reduce building-related carbon emissions through electrification, energy efficiency, and weatherization, aligned with New York’s climate goals.
Science on Tap Saratoga
Hosts public science lecture events in collaboration with Skidmore College, featuring experts on environmental and scientific topics, to promote community engagement and science literacy.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Community Recycling & Reuse Education 2 activities
- Recycles Day and Paint Collection DayOrganizes annual community events including Saratoga Recycles Day and Paint Collection Day to promote proper disposal and recycling of household materials.
- Repair Café eventsOrganizes scheduled Repair Café events in Saratoga and Malta where community members receive coaching to repair lamps, small appliances, computers, leather goods, jewelry, clothing, and stuffed animals.
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Local Clean Energy Adoption & Education 1 activity
- Climate and energy education initiativesAdvances climate and energy initiatives by hosting public webinars and talks, such as on heat pump technology and the HeatSmart Capital Region program, to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy.
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Community Composting & Organic Waste Diversion 1 activity
- Community composting programCo-launched and operates the Community Compost Program at Pitney Meadows Community Farm to support local waste reduction and soil health.
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Environmental Policy Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Environmental advocacy and policy promotionAdvocates for smart land use and urban development policies that reduce environmental impacts and enhance community livability in the Saratoga Springs area.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Green Drinks and Science on Tap eventsHosts monthly Green Drinks networking events and co-hosts the Science on Tap Saratoga series with Skidmore College to connect individuals passionate about environmental and sustainability work.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Hellstrip Heroes projectEncourages conversion of the area between the sidewalk and street into green space through the Hellstrip Heroes project to enhance urban ecology.
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Local Land Conservation Advocacy 1 activity
- Natural resources conservation and protectionEngages in activities focused on the conservation and protection of natural resources in the local region.
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Pollinator habitat protection and educationImplements projects to protect native pollinators by creating food sources and habitat, including participation in the No Mow May initiative and hosting the Pollinator Palooza event.
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Toxic Chemicals and Plastics Reform 1 activity
- Public education events on environmental issuesCo-hosts public talks and events, such as with Beyond Plastics president Judith Enck, to educate the public on environmental challenges like plastic pollution.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Saratoga Sustainability FairOrganizes the annual Saratoga Sustainability Fair to promote sustainable living, including a student poster session for high school and college students.
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Horticultural Education and Community Gardening 1 activity
- Urban forest expansion and preservationWorks to expand and preserve the urban forest in Saratoga through community-based tree planting and preservation efforts.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Restaurant Sustainability GuideDeveloped and distributed a guide to help local restaurants adopt sustainable practices as part of broader sustainability outreach.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$101K
Contributions & grants$69K68%
Program service revenue$30K30%
Investment income$2K2%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$110K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$63K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$214K
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Net assets$214K
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -10.5%
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Beyond Plastics Partner — Co-hosted a public talk with Beyond Plastics president Judith Enck.
- Common Roots Brewing Company Partner — Hosts Science on Tap Saratoga events at its Bierhall venue in South Glens Falls.
- HeatSmart Capital Region Partner — Collaborates with and promotes the HeatSmart Capital Region initiative to educate residents about heat pump systems and financial incentives.
- Marlaina Murphy Partner — Volunteer leader who coordinated the development of the Restaurant Sustainability Guide.
- NYSERDA Government — Directs residents to NYSERDA for energy audits, qualified contractors, and incentive programs for home energy efficiency upgrades.
- Pitney Meadows Community Farm Partner — Collaborating organization in the Community Compost Program.
- Saratoga County Government Government — Provides contact information for county supervisors to support community advocacy on sustainability priorities.
- Saratoga Springs City Government Government — Provides contact information for city officials to facilitate community advocacy on sustainability issues.
- Saratoga Springs Public Library Partner — Co-hosts the Repair Café event at the library's Harry Dutcher Community Room.
- Skidmore College Partner — Co-hosts the Saratoga Sustainability Fair at the Dance Center/Intramural Gym on its campus
- Skidmore College Environmental Studies and Sciences Program Partner — Collaborates with Sustainable Saratoga to co-host Science on Tap Saratoga events.
- U.S. Treasury Department Government — Granted 501(c)(3) nonprofit status to Sustainable Saratoga in 2011.
- Whitman Brewing Company Partner — Host venue for the Green Drinks event in October.
- Whitman Brewing Company Partner — Venue partner hosting the Green Drinks event in Saratoga Springs.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Based Repair to Reduce Wastemethodology: waste_reduction_through_repairBy organizing community repair events staffed by skilled volunteers, we reduce consumption and waste because extending product lifespans addresses root causes of material waste and builds local self-reliance.
- Education-Advocacy-Action Modelmethodology: education-advocacy-actionBy combining education, advocacy, and community action, we produce sustained behavioral and policy change because knowledge alone is insufficient without pathways to engagement and collective action.
- Electrification of Buildings for Decarbonizationmethodology: electrificationBy transitioning buildings from on-site fossil fuel use to electric-powered systems like heat pumps and induction stoves, we reduce greenhouse gas emissions because electrification enables alignment with a clean grid and eliminates direct combustion emissions.
- Energy Efficiency as Primary Decarbonization Strategymethodology: energy-efficiency-firstBy prioritizing residential energy efficiency improvements to building envelopes, lighting, and appliances, we achieve the largest near-term reduction in carbon emissions because reducing demand is more immediately impactful than supply-side shifts.
- Environmental Immersion for Behavior Changemethodology: environmental-immersion-educationBy immersing children and families in nature, we produce lasting environmental stewardship because direct experiential connection fosters deeper understanding and personal commitment to sustainable solutions.