City of Pasadena Launches New Sustainability Website

PASADENA, Calif - The City of Pasadena is pleased to announce the official launch of its new Sustainability website CityOfPasadena.net/Sustainability . This website serves as a central hub of information for all the City's sustainability and environmental programs and initiatives. "The City Manager's Office is excited to launch this new website as a valuable tool for the larger community," said Brenda Harvey-Williams, Assistant City Manager. "The website is intended to inform the community on where we are in terms of meeting our citywide environmental and sustainability goals and will regularly be updated with the latest information."

Pasadena has a long history of environmental leadership. Sustainability and environmental programing involves every department and a brief listing is included below.

• The City Manager's Office identifies, coordinates, and organizes sustainability efforts and environmental programs throughout all City departments.
• Pasadena Water and Power ensures Pasadena has a safe supply of high-quality water, is transitioning to becoming a 100% carbon free electric utility by 2030, and educates and incentivizes the community to conserve water and become more energy efficient.
• The Department of Public Works leads Pasadena's urban forest, stormwater, waste and recycling, and zero waste initiatives.
• The Department of Transportation leads Pasadena's shift to zero-emission modes of transportation, including walking, biking, and the conversion of the Pasadena Transit and Pasadena Dial-A-Ride fleets to electric power.
• The Planning and Community Development Department develops and implements land use policies and building code updates that promote the City's sustainability objectives.
• The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department maintains the parks and trails that provide Pasadena's residents access to open space.
• The Pasadena Public Library provides reliable information and educational programming related to the environment and enables the sustainable practice of borrowing over buying with an extensive collection of books and practical items available for check out.
• The Public Health Department responds to current and emerging climate-related public health threats.
• The Police and Fire Departments respond to and educate the community on how to prepare for climate emergencies.
• The Department of Finance enables sustainability through strategic financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• The Human Resources Department manages the City's Prideshare program, which improves air quality by reducing employee commutes and provides funds to procure portions of the City's electric vehicle fleet.
• The Department of Information Technology leverages technology to improve efficiency, reduce resource consumption, and support data-driven environmental policies.
• The Housing Department coordinates efforts to meet the housing needs of Pasadena residents through initiatives that create and preserve affordable housing.
• The Rent Stabilization Department supports stable housing by empowering tenants and landlords, promoting fair rental practices, and building a stronger rental community in Pasadena.