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Overview

The City of Louisville and its residents understand the role of energy and the built environment in creating a sustainable and resilient community. Since the original adoption of the Louisville Sustainability Action Plan in 2016, significant steps have been taken in regard to electricity and energy use and as recommended in the original document, the City adopted climate action goals in August of 2019.

Electricity and natural gas are the top two sources of greenhouse gas emissions in Louisville and derives mainly from residential and commercial buildings. Action in this area will improve air quality, reduce home and business energy cost, improve utilization of the electricity system and provide opportunities for regional and state leadership.

Achieving electricity and energy reduction goals will not be easy. It will require community participation and engagement, significant regional partnership and ongoing creativity. Through our existing programs and partners and an action-oriented community, Louisville is well-positioned to lead at the community level as it pursues further energy efficiency and renewable integration.