Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22, and since its inception in 1970, public transit has been tied to it. Why? Public transit services not only reduce carbon emissions but also alleviate traffic congestion and are more energy-efficient per passenger-mile than private vehicles. The benefits are clear and in step with Earth Day’s push for environmental protection and sustainability. But the challenge lies in encouraging real change. For County Connection, we want to get you on one of our buses, if even for one day!
Have a ride on us!
At County Connection, we want to help you take the leap and ride one of our buses! This Earth Day (April 22), we invite you to give public transit a try, and we’ll provide you with a complimentary pass! Use it on Earth Day, or any day that works for you!
To get your pass, simply click the button below to fill out a Google form (name, address). Be sure to sign up by April 15, 2025, to receive it in time for Earth Day. There’s no catch—just hope you’ll join us in making a positive impact by trying public transit once (or more…up to you)!
Other way to Go Green: Free, Save, Make Green
Free Green
Did you know County Connection offers 10 free routes? Hop on. Hop off. No need to pay! These routes are made possible by public state and city funds, as incentives to encourage usage in select areas around central Contra Costa County.
- Weekdays: 4, 5, 7, 11, 14, 16, and 99X
- Weekends: 4, 311, 314, and 316
Save Green
Save money on transit when you pay with Clipper!
> Click here to see which Clipper Card is best for you!
| CLIPPER | CASH | YOU SAVE | |
| ADULT | $2.00 | $2.50 | $0.50 |
| YOUTH (6-18) | $1.00 | $2.50 | $1.50 |
| SENIOR/RTC | $1.00 | $1.25 | $0.25 |
Make Green
We’re hiring! We’re looking for motivated people who share our values. County Connection has 200+ employees offering careers in Administration, Maintenance, and Transportation. Full-time positions are available, with benefits including medical, vacation, paid training, retirement/CalPERS, and more.
EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS AROUND CONTRA COSTA
Looking for places to celebrate Earth Day? There’s lots going on and showing up for an event is a great way to see your community turn out!
Concord
April 19, 2025 – Family Food Sort 2025 with Food Bank of Solano & Contra Costa
Please join the Food Bank for our Earth Day Family Food Sort. Families with children as young as five years old are invited to learn about our green initiatives and “Volunteer to Improve the Environment” by bagging fresh produce at our warehouse for our food distribution programs. Concord Warehouse, 4010 Nelson Ave, Concord, 925-676-7543
Clayton
April 19, 2025, 9am-noon – Clayton Cleans Up (Clayton Business and Community Association).
Celebrate Earth Day by Cleaning Up Clayton! The Clayton Business & Community Association (CBCA) invites volunteers to celebrate Earth Day by helping clean up local parks, streets, and creeks. After a rewarding morning of cleanup, volunteers will be treated to a free barbecue as a thank-you for their efforts. The first 200 volunteers will receive a free T-shirt featuring this year’s logo —so be sure to arrive early! Clayton City Hall, 6000 Heritage Trail, Clayton
Lafayette
April 27, 2025, 11am-2pm – Earth Day Festival 2025
The City of Lafayette invites residents to enjoy the outdoors and learn about how to protect the Earth, fight climate change, and create a more sustainable Lafayette. Lafayette Plaza, 3530 Plaza Way, Lafayette
Martinez
April 26, 2025, 10am-4pm – 2025 John Muir’s Birthday/Earth Day Celebration
Join us for a special event celebrating the life and legacy of John Muir. This family-friendly day of activities, exhibits, and performances highlights Muir’s contributions to conservation and encourages environmental awareness. John Muir National Historic Site, 4202 Alhambra Ave, Martinez
Pleasant Hill
May 10, 2025, 9am-noon – Grayson Creek Earth Day 2025
Help protect Grayson Creek and improve habitat for birds, turtles, otters, and other riparian species. 250 Cleaveland Road, Pleasant Hill
Walnut Creek
April 19, 2025, 11am-2pm – Celebration Day at Civic Park
Join us for Walnut Creek’s biggest Earth Day celebration! Civic Park will come alive with a dynamic, family-friendly festival celebrating the intersection of sustainability and movement. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability or just looking for a fun day out, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Civic Park, 1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
