Reno + Sparks Chambers Partners to Produce "City of Reno Sustainability and Climate Action Plan"

As a member of the City of Reno's Climate and Sustainability Committee, the Reno + Sparks Chamber worked with other committee members for more than a year to produce a 52 page plan which shows the city's commitment to develop, adopt and implement ambitious and measurable actions to reduce climate pollution. Well-focused initiatives on sustainability promise to strengthen Reno’s reputation as one of the nation’s leading cities.

The actions outlined in the plan will protect cornerstones of the Reno-area economy and provide for new economic opportunities and the creation of new jobs. Actions will also enhance the lives of residents every day — from more shade trees along city streets to walkable neighborhoods that create safety and a sense of community. 

"This comprehensive plan that includes strategies such as carbon-free neighborhoods, green building standards, transitioning to more clean energy, and climate resistance signals the city's dedication to being a world class city and will  certain open up more economic development for our community," said Ann Silver, CEO of the Reno + Sparks Chamber. "At the Chamber we realize the direct links between sustainability, quality of life, and the health of our economy"

Read the report here.