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Albany: Building a Sustainable Future, Together

At the City of Albany, sustainability isn't just a concept; it's a collaborative effort woven throughout all city departments to ensure a healthy and thriving environment for every resident. The City acknowledges the scientific consensus on human-caused climate change and is committed to the the development of collaborative efforts across departments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience against the impacts of Climate Change. Recognizing the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable communities, Albany centers its action through a climate justice lens to ensure equitable access to its sustainability initiatives.

  1. 1 Climate Action Plan
  2. 2 Drop it Swap It
  3. 3 Albany Composts
  4. 4 Albany Recycling
  5. 5 White Roof Project
  6. 6 Climate Justice
  7. 7 Beaver Clean River Project

The Office of Sustainability


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Preparing Albany for Climate Change Impacts: 

Join our collaborative effort, led by the Office of Sustainability, uniting City departments to advance sustainability.

The Office of Sustainability was first created in 2010 as the “Mayor’s Office of Energy and Sustainability.” Today, the Office is made up of two full time staff (as well as various fellows and interns) housed in the Department of Administrative Services. The Office of Sustainability serves as a central hub, fostering partnerships with residents, universities, organizations, to identify local needs and advocate for regional collaboration. 

Today, the biggest obstacle we face is the global danger of climate change. Warming temperatures, extreme storms, rising river-level and increases in other climate impacts will continue to become more severe in the upcoming decades. The Office of Sustainability works to reduce Albany’s emissions, adapt to the changes already locked in, and encourage resilient neighborhoods able to thrive in the new world we are creating with climate change.

Equity at the Forefront


Through approaching our work through a lens of equity we ensure that our historically disadvantaged neighborhood receive the support required to transition to a clean energy future.


  1. 1 $11 Million to install EV chargers and electrify fleet over the next 5 years
  2. 2 43,019 KG greenhouse gas emissions saved from EV chargers to date - Equal to planting 1,103 trees
  3. 3 2025 trees planted by the year 2025 - Completed prior to 2025
  4. 4 Goal: Carbon neutral by 2050
  5. 5 100% City operations' electricity comes from renewables - as of February 2024

Want to get Involved?

We believe in empowering residents to make informed choices. The Office of Sustainability provides educational resources and programs that equip residents with the knowledge and tools to integrate sustainable practices into their daily lives. Explore our Education and Resources section to start your journey toward a greener, more sustainable Albany.

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Sustainability Woven Throughout City Departments

The City of Albany has a long and distinguished record of environmental leadership.

Here are some highlights of our greater city accomplishments, showcasing how sustainability is integrated across departments:

Department of General Services City-wide residential composting program and robust recycling program

Water Department’s Green Infrastructure

Neighborhood and Community Services Love Your Block Program