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Louisville is one of 88 cities across the globe that continue to lead on environmental action despite the pressures of tackling COVID-19, according to CDP, a global nonprofit that drives companies, cities and governments to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, safeguard water resources and protect forests. This month, Louisville has been recognized for its actions to develop robust climate change strategies, track and act to limit and reduce emissions, assess and mitigate climate risks, and transparently report this information on an annual basis. See press release and full list of 2020 A list cites.
Louisville Metro received a $42,000 matching grant from Partners for Places, a project of The Funders Network, to fully fund the construction of a sustainable, community-driven green space called Parkland Plaza.
Currently a vacant parking lot adjacent to the Parkland Community Garden at 28th and Dumesnil Streets, the grant will transform this city-owned property, in the heart of the Parkland neighborhood, into a welcoming, well-shaded, community planned, cultural plaza. The new design and infrastructure will incorporate green and open space for outdoor performances, retail vendors and open-air seating, as well as a passive play area.
To watch the Mayor's announcement about this grant award, click here. To see the complete list of grantees, click here.
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The Louisville Sustainability Council's 2020 Community Microgrant Program is now OPEN and accepting applications!
The LSC Community Microgrant Program provides grants to entrepreneurial projects and programs that aim to reduce GHG emissions locally and plan for the impact of a warmer future on our most vulnerable citizens.
Recipients will receive between $250 and $2,500 toward their project and anyone in the Louisville Metro area may apply. Round 1 submissions are due on January 31 with notification of award by March 1, 2021.
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Calling all vendors! Louisville Metro Government is a seeking a vendor to support the development and operation of a grocery store in a underserved area to promote job creation and support community health.
For more information about this procurement opportunity, click here. Closing date is January 4, 2021.
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 The Office of Advanced Planning and Sustainability's Cool Roof Rebate Program still has funding available for properties located in targeted high-heat areas, including Metro Council Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 14 and 15. The program aims to combat urban warming and reduce cooling costs for districts significantly impacted by Louisville's urban heat island. The rebate provides up to $1 per square foot of cool roof that is installed with an ENERGY STAR roofing product. Rebates are available for both residential and commercial buildings and offered on a first come, first serve basis.
Curious where incentivized cool roof installations have taken place in Louisville? Check out this new ArcGIS dashboard to find out more.
Voices of 100%: Louisville’s Clean Energy Pledge Takes On Multiple Crises
In the latest episode of the Local Energy Rules podcast series, Democracy Director John Farrell interviews Director Gretchen Milliken and Metro Councilman Brandon Coan on how Louisville city leaders are keeping clean energy plans on the agenda while tackling the ongoing urgent crises of 2020. In this episode, you'll hear about Louisville’s plan for a 100% renewable energy future and how this work intersects with the fight for racial justice. |
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The year 2020 brought forth many unforeseeable challenges, growing pains and social unrest. Despite these ongoing crises, however, we know our sustainability work must carry on if we are to avoid the most catastrophic impacts of climate change. That is why the Office of Advanced Planning and Sustainability has been working hard to implement strategies and plans that will reduce our carbon footprint and create a better quality of life for all Louisvillians.
Here are some of the key accomplishments that took place in 2020:
Reaching our sustainability goals requires a community-wide effort, and the Office of Advanced Planning and Sustainability wants to sincerely thanks all of the individuals, organizations and partners who have helped us achieve these milestones in face of a very challenging year. All efforts, both large and small, go a long way in creating a sustainable future.
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