Sustainability

Check out how you can be environmentally friendly in Merriam!

• Apply for a Residential Sustainability Grant through the City.

• Install energy saving systems, including solar panels, high efficiency HVAC, insulation, energy efficient windows and doors, and geothermal heating and cooling.      

• Compost food scraps. Check out Compost Collective KC to get started.

• Recycle curbside or find drop-off services here.

• Recycle glass with Glass Bandit or drop it off in the purple Ripple Glass bin at IKEA.

• Convert household lightbulbs to LED.

• Take part in the City's annual Tree Sale and plant a tree on your property.

• Build a rain garden, plant native trees, or get a rain barrel to help reduce stormwater runoff. 

• The City's Stormwater Program provides a 50% match up to $2,250.

• Use RideKC Micro Transit to share a lift with local riders. Merriam Town Center is now a featured destination!

• Find a list of certified green organizations across Johnson County and connect with free sustainability consultants with the Johnson County Green Business Program.