Office of Sustainability

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.

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Guiding Documents:
Detroit Climate Strategy
Sustainability Action Agenda

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Detroit Climate Strategy

Addressing Climate Change in Detroit

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:

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