On February 26, 2025, community leaders, academia, business owners, nonprofit organizations, and community representatives gathered at the El Paso Zoo for a Climate Action Plan Summit aimed at advancing and understanding local sustainability efforts. Attendees shared their ongoing initiatives, interests, and challenges in implementing green practices while highlighting successful environmental programs within their organizations.

The project team presented a project overview detailing the current state of El Paso’s climate action plan efforts, followed by a Q&A session that encouraged open dialogue. Participants provided valuable input on barriers and opportunities, offering insights on how proposed draft measures could be effectively integrated into their respective sectors to strengthen the Climate Action Plan.

As we continue advancing our community’s sustainability efforts, the next steps include organizing another Climate Action Plan Summit in the coming months. This upcoming event will build on the valuable insights shared during our previous discussions, further refining strategies and fostering stakeholder collaboration.

We encourage attendees and community members to stay engaged and be part of the ongoing conversation. Stay tuned for more details on the next summit, where we will continue working together toward a more resilient future for our region.