Austin one of 20 finalists for environmental sustainability innovation award
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin was named as a finalist for an award that recognizes innovative efforts to strengthen environmental sustainability through community engagement.
The city of Austin was one of 20 finalists for the 2025 National Civic League’s All-America City Award.
According to the city, its Climate Equity Plan, which included contributions from more than 200 community members and organizations, contributed to the nomination.
The city said the plan included:
- Achieving net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040
- Achieving 90% waste diversion by 2040
- Reducing single-occupancy vehicle dependency with plans for a new light rail
- Expanding Austin Energy’s clean energy portfolio
- Ensuring Austin’s water needs are protected amid increasing climate pressures through Austin Water’s 100-year plan
“This decade of bold action and innovation demonstrates Austin’s dedication to environmental sustainability, resilience, and equity — core values driving our vision for a thriving, inclusive community,” said Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax. “As highlighted in our Community Participation framework, Austin’s greatest asset is its people: passionate about our city, committed to its improvement, and determined to see this vision become a reality.”