Office of Sustainability

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Our Mission

To advance climate action in Detroit by leading initiatives that reduce emission, increase resilience, and improve residents’ quality of life.

The Office of Sustainability is a resource and advocate for a sustainable and resilient Detroit. The Office supports departments city-wide to advance bold climate goals set by the Sustainability Action Agenda​ and the Detroit Climate Strategy. Learn more about out work by checking out our quick links.

Have a question?​
Contact us at [email protected]

Guiding Documents:
Detroit Climate Strategy
Sustainability Action Agenda

Quick Links

 

Learn more about the Solar Neighborhood initiative


Check out how solar will power city buildings

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Climate Action
Tracking the reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

 

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Energy
Resources and updates on energy efficiency and solar

 

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Resilience and Adaptation
Preparing residents for the impacts of climate change

 

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Sustainable Mobility
Supporting projects that move Detroiters

 

 

Urban Agriculture farmers
Urban Agriculture
Resources for urban farmers across the city

 

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Waste Diversion
Resources to help reduce what ends up in the landfill​

 

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Detroit Climate Strategy
Detroit Climate Strategy

Addressing Climate Change in Detroit

Climate Strategy

Climate Strategy

The Detroit Climate Strategy was published in November 2023 and outlines 35 bold actions that guide our approach to addressing climate change.

The four key areas we are working to address are:

  1. Transitioning to Clean Energy
  2. Increasing Sustainable Mobility
  3. Accelerating Energy Efficiency & Reducing Waste
  4. Prioritizing Vulnerable Residents & Adapting to Change
    1. Reducing Flood Risks
    2. Protecting from Extreme Heat
    3. Improving Air Quality