Introducing the Buena Park Sustainabuddies™

The City of Buena Park, a leader in Orange County sustainability initiatives, proudly announces the launch of the Buena Park Sustainabuddies™-a team of illustrated mascots dedicated to educating and inspiring residents toward greener practices. This enthusiastic new crew will engage the community with practical tips, interactive social media features, and a new "Ask Earthy" column in the City's quarterly publication, the Buena Park Today.

The City of Buena Park is on the forefront of sustainability in Orange County. The City receives more renewable energy than neighboring cities through Orange County Power Authority, created an Office of Sustainability in April 2024, and is working on its first CEQA-qualified Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

"We established the Office of Sustainability because we recognize our responsibility to ensure a healthy future for generations to come," says Mayor Susan Sonne. "Through the Sustainabuddies, we hope to empower our residents to make small changes that will have a significant, positive impact."

Meet the Buena Park Sustainabuddies™

• Tidy the Trash Can™: Your go-to buddy for waste disposal and recycling tips, Tidy helps residents learn what can and can't be recycled.
• Lumi the LED Lightbulb™: With a passion for energy efficiency, Lumi encourages simple ways to save energy- such as switching to LED bulbs and using smart meters-to reduce costs and environmental impact.
• Trace the Carbon Footprint™: A champion of emissions reduction, Trace promotes green commuting options such as walking, biking, and carpooling to help Buena Park reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.
• Ripple the Raindrop™: Guardian of water conservation, Ripple shares water-saving tips. From installing low-flow fixtures to choosing drought-tolerant landscaping, Ripple knows every drop counts in our community.
• Earthy™: The team's all-encompassing hero, Earthy connects people with nature through initiatives like tree planting, community gardening, and our new "Ask Earthy" feature, where residents can get answers to all their eco-friendly questions.

"Environmental sustainability is a community effort," says Lotus Thai, the City of Buena Park's Sustainability Manager. "We're thrilled to introduce the Sustainabuddies to our residents as accessible, relatable guides to help everyone take part in this journey."

Get Involved with "Ask Earthy" and More
Earthy will star in the recurring "Ask Earthy" column in Buena Park Today, answering questions from residents of all ages about sustainability. Those interested can email [email protected], including their name and age to be entered into a raffle for prizes.

Follow the Sustainabuddies Online
To stay connected, residents can follow the City of Buena Park's social media channels and visit buenapark.com/sustainability for the latest updates and tips from the Sustainabuddies. With Earthy, Tidy, Lumi, Trace, and Ripple leading the way, the Buena Park Sustainabuddies™ are here to make sustainability fun, achievable, and impactful for everyone in Buena Park.