About Sustainability

What the City is Doing

Progress on Sustainability
In October 2021, the City released its Sustainability Progress Report 2015-2020 outlining key initiatives and accomplishments that demonstrate Richmond's role as a leader in sustainability.

The report focuses on 10 goals in the City’s Sustainability Framework which correlate to the 10 chapters below.

It explains how these goals contribute to our community's sustainable development, highlighting actions taken to support the Council Strategy of making Richmond a "Sustainable and Environmentally Conscious City" and achieve its 2041 Official Community Plan vision for a Sustainable Richmond.

Sustainability Progress Report

Read the full report

Watch the Sustainability Progress Report Video

Explore the Sustainability Progress Report by Chapter
Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 1 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 2 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 3 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 4 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 5 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 6 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 7 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 8 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 9 Sustainability Progress Report - Chapter 10

Steps Toward a Sustainable Community

Richmond has a long history of reporting on sustainability outcomes. The City initially issued the State of the Environment reports followed by expanding sustainability reporting related to a broader range of topics such as energy, greenhouse gas emissions, circular economy, water quality, and solid waste management.

Over the last decades, the City has taken meaningful steps towards delivering on its vision of a sustainable community. With a continuing commitment to creating a sustainable community that supports environmental, social, cultural, and economic growth and wellbeing, the City has taken a leadership role on the national stage. The City's thinking has evolved, as have the expectations of Richmond residents and businesses. A comprehensive, holistic approach combined with a continuous improvement ethic has allowed the City to meet public expectations for a sustainable community. In meaningful ways, the City is moving towards its 2041 OCP's vision, and Sustainable Framework goals and progress can be seen every day.

Resources & Past Reports


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