Resources in Olivette
Olivette in Bloom
Volunteer organization promoting the natural beauty and harmony of the Olivette community through garden sites on public grounds.
Weed Warriors
Volunteer group organized through Olivette Parks and Recreation, works on invasive honeysuckle removal and habitat restoration in Olivette Parks.
City of Olivette
Olivette codes that relate to sustainability:
Urban Agriculture and Native Landscaping
Stormwater Management
Regional Sustainability Resources
One STL
A dynamic network of organizations and individuals sharing ideas, expertise, and resources to meet our regional sustainability goals.
EarthWays Center
The Missouri Botanical Garden's EarthWays Center is a group devoted to an increasingly vital goal: conservation of energy and other natural resources for the future.
City of St Louis
The Sustainability Department for the City of St. Louis.
St. Louis County does not have a sustainability division.
Native Plant Resources
Grow Native
Information on native plants from the Missouri Prairie Foundation. Includes landscape drawings and plant suggestions based on specific conditions.
Wild Ones STL
Native plant gardeners focused on landscaping with native plants. Volunteer organization with member events and educational information.
Bring Conservation Home
Information on native plants to improve habitat. Home consultation services available for a fee. Run by the St. Louis Audubon Society.
Missouri Botanical Garden, Plant Finder
Excellent resource for information on specific plants- including plant characteristics and care.
Project Clear: Rainscaping Grants
Rainscaping grants available for qualifying homeowners and businesses. Learn about how to incorporate rainscaping elements into your yard and garden.
Homegrown National Park
A grassroots call to action to regenerate biodiversity through ecological landscaping. Effort led by Doug Tallamy.
MO Dept. Conservation
Great resource for information on native trees and plants. Inexpensive seedling orders are available Sep.1-April 15.
Waste Reduction
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Refuse (just say no to excess and waste)
Composting
Composting at home is easy! Learn more here.
Learn how to build your own compost bin here.
Or have Perennial City pick up your food scraps and compost them for you.
Recycling
Learn what can and cannot be recycled in St. Louis County and find resources for hard to recycle items.
Buy Nothing Olivette
Join this local Facebook group to get rid of items you no longer want and find new ones. All free.
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Rewiring America
Rewiring America is the leading electrification nonprofit, focused on electrifying our homes, businesses, and communities. Learn how electrification can save you money using their IRA savings calculator.
Carbon Footprint
Learn how much carbon your household emits through your daily habits, choices, and lifestyle.
Calculate your carbon footprint here.
Energy Star
Energy Star appliances and products can help you reduce your home energy consumption.
Learn more here.
Induction Ovens and Cooktops
An efficient, safe, and electric way to cook. As responsive as gas, but without fossil fuels.
Learn more here
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are gaining in popularity and are the future of efficient home heating and cooling. Systems may qualify for tax credits.
Learn more here.
Electric Vehicles
New electric and clean vehicles purchased in 2023 and after may qualify for up to $7500 tax credit.
Learn more here.
Geothermal
A renewable source of energy from the earth that can be used for heating and cooling.
Learn more here.
Solar Panels
Use the sun's power for a source of clean, renewable electricity. Homeowners may qualify for tax credits for installing solar.
Learn more here.