Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability implements the City of South Bend’s 2019 Climate Action Plan (CAP), Carbon Neutral 2050. It is time to update the plan! Climate action planning helps us strategize to reduce pollution and respond to a changing climate.

The Community EV Infrastructure Plan identifies strategic needs and opportunities to improve equitable charging access and support progress towards South Bend’s EV future. Through this plan, the City will be prepared to take full advantage of upcoming federal grant opportunities to support the development of a convenient and reliable charging network, which will help the City accelerate EV adoption.

EASSI ("easy") provides free energy assessments and matching grant funds for community organizations to complete energy efficiency and solar projects. Applications for EASSI in 2023 will be accepted until February 24th!

Vibrant Places is a matching grant program for businesses to enhance their storefront, make sustainable improvements, and install solar panels. Up to $112,000 matching funds available for projects!

Are you interested in pivoting to a career in clean energy? Upskill SB provides a pathway to achieve a professional certification at minimal or no cost to you. Our office is sponsoring an online training by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association that prepares you for the NABCEP Solar PV Associate exam.

Local leaders are taking initiative to advocate for local solutions to climate change.

Do you want to reduce both your carbon footprint and your energy bills? Have you considered solar for your home or property but don't know where to begin? Find out more information about all steps of the solar energy journey at our Going Solar in South Bend website.