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Cincinnati is one of 23 (and counting) urban cities across North America that have publicly committed to reducing energy consumption, water use and transportation emissions by at least 50% before scientists say it’s too late.
Officials announced the new Green Cincinnati Plan Monday with ambitious goals to reduce the effects of climate change.
Councilmember Meeka Owens said public engagement on environmental policies reached an all-time high while developing the plan.
Cincinnati officials promised to only buy electric vehicles for the city fleet, as long as that option was available. Nearly a year later, every purchase attempt has been backordered or canceled thanks to supply chain and workforce challenges.
Pureval touched on four key topics: economic growth, public safety, affordable housing and environmental action.