The State of Sustainability in Local Governments

Sustainability efforts — including plans, initiatives, policies, programs, and even the internal structure of local government — can significantly impact the development of the green economy in a community and region.  To determine current levels of interest and involvement within areas of sustainability at the local level, three national organizations — the National League of Cities, National Association of Counties, and the International City/County Management Association — conducted independent surveys of municipalities across the country. In this session, the survey findings will be presented and followed by a discussion of emerging trends and possible strategies to further promote sustainability initiatives at the local level.