County Level Sustainability Offices

What is happening? Allegheny County Council is on its way to create a county-wide sustainability department.

Why is this important? The county has an existing office of sustainability and the creation of the sustainability department will allow for increased funding.

How will this be important? There is an intent to move to a sustainable and socially responsible procurement practices that includes diversity and inclusion in the bidding process.  

Pittsburgh City Paper | Creation of sustainability department could enhance county’s environmental agenda