Office of Climate & Sustainability

The Office of Climate and Sustainability works to implement programs and projects that enhance sustainability and resilience across the city and municipal operations.


Priority Climate Action Plan

On March 1, 2024, the City of El Paso submitted the Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The City of El Paso was awarded $1,000,000 through an EPA grant, the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG), which kicked off the PCAP effort. This PCAP document served as the first step to applying for additional competitive EPA grant funding (CPRG II). This opportunity positions states, local governments, tribes and territories to develop and implement plans that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions.


Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Implementation Application

The Chihuahuan Desert Carbon Mitigation Beltway proposal aimed at fully implement the Paso del Norte Trail in an enhanced manner, including energy efficiency incentives, solar installations, complete streets while increasing the urban tree canopy of the region.

LEED for Cities 2024

On April 30, 2024, The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) announced the 12 selected cities to participate in its 2024 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Cities leadership program. El Paso, Texas was one of the selected cities in this year’s cohort. The program helps local governments set goals, collect data and validate policies using a rating system to see how effective they are. This is key to regional climate action plans and improving access to green spaces, public health, resilience and environmental justice. Gaps that are identified in the rating system will be used to improve policies in our local government that will be addressed in our climate action plan. Cities and communities that have participated in this program have had more success in being awarded funding to support their efforts. Certification attracts new economic activity, helps to reach climate goals and improve air, water and overall quality of life.


Solar For All Application to the EPA

Low-income solar residential program proposal to achieve energy savings and energy security in the region.

Local and National Climate Action Allies

Reduce Your Energy Use

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Learn more about various organizations helping reduce your energy use.

Reduce Your Water Use

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Learn more about reducing your water usage from local and national sources.

Buy Locally Grown Food

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Find places to shop for locally-grown food.

Local Tree Planting Initiatives & Our Trails

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Learn about the ongoing local tree-planting initiatives and more about local trails.

Local Resources for Composting

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Learn how you can start composting with local resources.

Organizations Serving Your Community

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Learn more about organizations serving your community.