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06/24/2021

A HUGE thank you to Houston METRO and Proterra Inc. for today's electric bus tour! Our Youth Climate Ambassadors really enjoyed it and learned so much!🚌🌞

06/24/2021

Today, Proterra Inc. brought the ZX5 Electric Bus to City Hall 🚌! Our Youth Climate Ambassadors got a chance to tour and learn more about zero-emission transit in Houston. 🌳☀️🕶🌎🌱

Best part of the tour? A very special (and fitting) surprise visit from Mayor Sylvester Turner! 👇

06/23/2021

City of Houston Solar Co-op | Solar United Neighbors

Solar United Neighbors' Houston Solar Co-op will be closing to new members very soon. If you are interested in joining, you have until June 30!

Learn more 👉 https://coops.solarunitedneighbors.org/coops/city-of-houston-solar-co-op/

Focused on residents and businesses within the city's boundaries, but open to other members outside the city.

06/23/2021

C40: Global Mayors Unite to Lead Task Force on Climate and Migration

As a C40 Cities and Mayors Migration Council mayor, Mayor Sylvester Turner is proud to join forces with fellow #mayors from across the globe to accelerate responses to #climatemigration and inclusive #climateaction in cities. Together through the #C40MMCTaskForce, Houston will develop an Action Agenda to be released at #COP26.

Learn more here 👉 https://www.c40.org/press_releases/climate-migration-task-force

#ClimateMigration
#WorldRefugeeDay
#ClimateMigrationMayors
#RefugeeWeek2021
#Cities4Climate

Task Force includes Mayors of Barcelona, Bristol, Dakar, Dhaka North, Freetown, Houston, Lima, Los Angeles and Milan London, 22 June – A new Global Mayors Task Force on Climate and Migration lau...

06/17/2021

EPA Recognizes Houston's Continued Leadership in Energy Innovation

Learn more on how the EPA is recognizing Houston as a leader in energy innovation. #HoustonClimateActionPlan #sustainability #netzero

CLICK HERE -->> https://mailchi.mp/houstontx/epa-recognizes-houstons-continued-leadership-in-energy-innovation?e=4b4d5c2c3c

06/17/2021

2021 Top Cities Rankings

Woohoo!! Yay, Houston!! Click to learn more about Houston's new 2021 EPA ranking: https://energystar.gov/buildings/about_us/newsroom/2021_top_cities

EPA's annual Top Cities list shows which metro areas were home to the most ENERGY STAR certified buildings in the previous year.

06/16/2021

Today, our 6 Youth Climate Ambassadors toured the Sunnyside Solar Project, led by Dori Wolfe. They learned about one of Houston's oldest African American communities, environmental safety issues created by the former landfill, and how the project will provide various economic benefits to Sunnyside and rectify historical inequities - amplifying voices that have been excluded or left out of the climate change conversation.

The Youth Climate Ambassadors are focused on learning crucial community priorities and communicating Houston's Climate Action Plan to vulnerable and underrepresented communities.

06/15/2021

Renewable Energy Procurement Strategies to Reach Clean City Goals

Tune in TODAY at 1PM CT for a dynamic discussion on strategies to reach clean city goals. #SustainableCities #NetZero.

Lara Cottingham, City of Houston's Chief Sustainability Officer, will be there to share all the work we are currently doing!

https://resource-solutions.org/events/061521/

Cities have some of the most impact potential for carbon reductions nationwide and are increasingly making commitments to 100% renewable energy purchasing, carbon neutral and even “net zero” future…

06/15/2021

Houston Solar Energy Growth Surges In Recent Years, Despite Lagging Other Big Cities | Houston Public Media

In the past two years, installed solar capacity in Houston has more than quadrupled, as more homeowners are going solar. #HoustonClimateActionPlan #GoSolar #sustainability

Click to read article by Houston Public Media

In the past two years, installed solar capacity in Houston has more than quadrupled, as more homeowners are going solar.

06/14/2021

From the National Weather Service.

Heat Advisory!

Our lack of wind combined with abundant sunshine has helped temperature to soar and heat indices of 107 to 109 are here. Please use caution if you are going to be outdoors. Keep an eye on others for signs of excessive heat.

06/11/2021

Yesterday, City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, in collaboration with Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia and Reliant Energy ®, announced the official launch of 2021 Beat the Heat Program.

For the 16th consecutive year, Beat the Heat Program will help Houston-area residents stay cool and manage their electricity use during the hot summer months. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3geMKpH

Yesterday, City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, in collaboration with Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia and Reliant Energy ®, announced the official launch of 2021 Beat the Heat Program.

For the 16th consecutive year, Beat the Heat Program will help Houston-area residents stay cool and manage their electricity use during the hot summer months. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3geMKpH

06/09/2021

Looking to better prepare for the hurricane season? Then don’t miss the upcoming drive-thru Extreme Weather Ready Expo, where you can learn how to better prepare for extreme weather situations and so much more!

The drive-thru event will take place from 10am - 1pm on Saturday, June 12 in Lot C of Minute Maid Park.

Click here for more information on the FREE drive-thru event: www.weatherreadyexpo.com

Looking to better prepare for the hurricane season? Then don’t miss the upcoming drive-thru Extreme Weather Ready Expo, where you can learn how to better prepare for extreme weather situations and so much more!

The drive-thru event will take place from 10am - 1pm on Saturday, June 12 in Lot C of Minute Maid Park.

Click here for more information on the FREE drive-thru event: www.weatherreadyexpo.com

06/09/2021

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Houston Solar Co-op information session. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Thinking of going solar? Going solar is an effective way to reduce your electric bills, carbon dioxide emissions, and your impact on the environment. Join Solar United Neighbors final information session this Tuesday, June 15th at 5PM CT to learn more! Click below to register for free:

Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business. We'll take you through the technology, economics, financing, and more. You'll also learn about the solar co-op we launched. The co-op is free to join and members are *not* obligated to buy solar panels. Co-op members get: .....

06/08/2021

Watch Live: Gov. Greg Abbott to sign bills to reform ERCOT and weatherize the power grid

Tune in. Gov. Greg Abbot to sign bills that will reform ERCOT and weatherize the power grid.

06/08/2021

As the school year winds down and summer heats up, Mayor Sylvester Turner encourages young people ages 16 to 24 to participate in his signature Hire Houston Youth program.

While all positions with the City of Houston have been filled, nearly 1,000 jobs are available in the nonprofit and private sectors for year-round and summer opportunities.

Job seekers can apply for positions in all industries, including retail and restaurants, transportation and logistics, nonprofit, healthcare, construction, and STEM.

"Now that the restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic are loosening, it is a great time to find a business in your field of study and gain experience with hands-on knowledge," said Mayor Sylvester Turner. "The Hire Houston Youth program is Houston's promise to the educational and employment empowerment of our youth. We are building stronger bridges to assist in the transition from school to work."

The program gives young people an opportunity to learn or build their job skills, network and earn a paycheck for the summer, or save for school.

The Hire Houston Youth program has reached tremendous strides, growing from 450 positions in 2015 to over 10,000 job opportunities in 2019. However, due to the pandemic, HHY transitioned to a virtual "earn and learn" program in 2020. The move allowed its participants to train and work in a remote setting.

A Hire Houston Youth Career and Resource fair will be held virtually on June 17, at 10 a.m. Youth can apply for jobs by visiting http://www.hirehoustonyouth.org. For more information, please visit our website or contact our team at [email protected].

06/04/2021

Green Power Partnership Top 30 Local Government | US EPA

Ranking highest in annual green power usage, the City of Houston came in at #1 on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Top 30 Local Government list. 1,001,219,1 78 kWh to be exact!

Click here to view Green Power Partnership's Top 30 Local Government rankings for 2021: https://www.epa.gov/greenpower/green-power-partnership-top-30-local-government

The U.S. EPA's Green Power Partnership is a voluntary program designed to reduce the environmental impact of electricity generation by promoting renewable energy. This page lists the largest green power users among local government partners within the GPP.

06/04/2021

Annual Summer Institute - Children's Environmental Literacy Foundation

During the month of July, Children's Environmental Literacy Foundation is offering teacher learning opportunities through their 2021 Summer Institute. The annual programming will focus on environmental literacy and civic science. Scholarship opportunities are available!

Register here: https://bit.ly/3uSNSn5

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06/04/2021

U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm touts clean energy jobs in Houston

U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm touts clean energy jobs in Houston

Her visit comes as the Biden Administration makes a final push to reach an agreement with...

06/01/2021

bp boosts its renewables business in the US with 9GW solar acquisition from 7X Energy | News and insights | Home

Today bp America announced an agreement to purchase 9GW of solar development projects from an independent US solar developer. The projects, largely focused in Texas and the Midwest, are expected to support thousands of clean energy jobs and power 1.7 million homes.

Press release: https://on.bp.com/2S0UVfX

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06/01/2021

Did you miss the dynamic roundtable discussion on advancing Texas' clean energy economy with The Climate Mayors Chair and City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, and several distinguished local Congressional Representatives? If so, you may watch it here: https://www.energy.gov/livestream

Did you miss the dynamic roundtable discussion on advancing Texas' clean energy economy with The Climate Mayors Chair and City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, and several distinguished local Congressional Representatives? If so, you may watch it here: https://www.energy.gov/livestream

05/28/2021

Roundtable discussion on advancing Texas' clean energy economy at 2pm TODAY! Tune in via LIVE stream: energy.gov/live

Excited to travel to #Houston to tour Air Liquide's hydrogen power facility and host a roundtable discussion at Greentown Labs on advancing Texas’ clean energy economy.

Join the convo with U.S. Reps. Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18) and Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07), and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner TOMORROW (2pm CT): www.energy.gov/live

05/28/2021

Houston is so excited to welcome DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm !!

Tune in TODAY at 2pm CT for a roundtable discussion on advancing Texas’ clean energy economy with DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Mayor Sylvester Turner, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher at Greentown Labs.

LIVE Stream here: http://energy.gov/live

Houston is so excited to welcome DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm !!

Tune in TODAY at 2pm CT for a roundtable discussion on advancing Texas’ clean energy economy with DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Mayor Sylvester Turner, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher at Greentown Labs.

LIVE Stream here: http://energy.gov/live

05/27/2021

EPA Announces City of Houston to Receive $600,000 in Brownfields Assessment Funding | US EPA

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 announced that the City of Houston will receive $600K in brownfield assessments funds to conduct site assessments, prepare cleanup plans, and develop outreach plans in four Complete Communities that were selected based on community need: East End, Near Northside, Kashmere Gardens, and Gulfton.

Learn more here -> https://bit.ly/3wGbhZV

EPA News Release: EPA Announces City of Houston to Receive $600,000 in Brownfields Assessment Funding

05/26/2021

Photos from Houston Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities's post

05/25/2021

Join Houston's Climate Action Plan Equity working group meeting this evening at 6 PM CT. Learn how you can play a vital role in the equitable implementation of CAP goals and targets.

Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84933943680

Join Houston's Climate Action Plan Equity working group meeting this evening at 6 PM CT. Learn how you can play a vital role in the equitable implementation of CAP goals and targets.

Zoom meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84933943680

05/24/2021

Alert Houston: Flash Flood Watch for Houston until 9PM https://manager.everbridge.net/pub/1028322544850315

05/22/2021

City of Houston on Twitter

Come by and visit with #EVolveHouston at the 2021 Houston Auto Show!

So much to see! Learn about more about the advantages of driving an electric vehicle! 🚗🚙

Take a look at this video: youtu.be/titq9lFqzlE

“Make sure you stop by @EVolveHoustonTX at the 2021 Houston Auto Show! Learn about the advantages of driving an electric vehicle 🚗 🛻 Take a look at this video: https://t.co/TTPfYcCb87 via @YouTube”

05/21/2021

Happy Bike to Wherever Day, Houston!! Where will you be biking today?

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Tomorrow is Bike to Wherever Day! There will be scattered storms but don’t worry when the sun comes out we will be sharing more free rides!

Thank you to Houston-Galveston Area Council , Houston Planning & Development Department, and BikeHouston for assisting us in educating Houstonians on utilizing the many bike trails and bikeways for their daily commuting.
#bikehouston #htx #htown #houston #keephoustonrolling

05/18/2021

President Biden Delivers Remarks at the Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center

Tune in NOW as President Biden discusses how the American Jobs Plan would invest in the future of America’s EV manufacturing. Here at the City of Houston, Mayor Sylvester Turner set a #HoustonClimateActionPlan goal of electrifying 100% of non-emergency, light duty municipal fleet vehicles by 2030. Just last week, the City announced a partnership with Greenlots to begin the first installation of a new EV charging network at various City facilities.

05/14/2021

Check out the City of Houston's success story on being the largest municipal user of renewable energy in the nation. 100% to be exact! Link to The Climate Mayors Green and Equitable Recovery report here: https://bit.ly/2SSfvPK

Check out the City of Houston's success story on being the largest municipal user of renewable energy in the nation. 100% to be exact! Link to The Climate Mayors Green and Equitable Recovery report here: https://bit.ly/2SSfvPK

05/13/2021

The City of Houston has partnered with Greenlots to achieve its ambitious #ClimateActionPlan goal of electrifying non-emergency, light-duty municipal fleet. The first step is to install 41 EV charging stations at various City facilities. See details here: https://bit.ly/3eFOZRY

The City of Houston has partnered with Greenlots to achieve its ambitious #ClimateActionPlan goal of electrifying non-emergency, light-duty municipal fleet. The first step is to install 41 EV charging stations at various City facilities. See details here: https://bit.ly/3eFOZRY