Join the Office of Sustainability Virtually on February 20th @4:00 for our next Richmond Climate Funding Convening!

This year’s theme, "Navigating in the Dark," is designed to help organizations feel confident applying for funding in uncertain times. Our keynote speaker, Amy Turner, Director of the Cities Climate Law Initiative at the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law and Senior Advisor to the Sustainable Cities Fund, will share insights and expertise on navigating the complex funding landscape.

The event will also feature:

Grant writing tips to strengthen your proposals.

Opportunities to collaborate and network with city staff and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) across Richmond.

Come ready to learn, connect, and build strategies for securing climate-related funding. Dinner will be provided!

Save the date and join us for an evening of inspiration and actionable guidance.

As we approach the second anniversary of adopting RVAgreen 2050 by City Council, we invite you to join us for our event, "Toward Environmental Justice: Learning, Honoring, Acting,"

We will learn about Environmental Justice, its connection to climate issues, and the efforts made by the city and community for real change. This event will also introduce the Environmental Justice Tours scheduled for early spring 2025 in each Richmond district. These tours will help residents and neighbors understand how pollution affects local communities, particularly those that are most impacted.

During the event, attendees can contribute ideas, suggest locations, and provide comments to help shape the tours planned for March 2025.

Join us for our 1st of 6 annual Sustainability & Resilience Commission ("SRC") meetings of 2025. These meetings are free and open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend.

This meeting is held in person at Richmond Public Library (101 E Franklin St.) in the Annex Room located in the basement. However, a Microsoft Teams link will be provided once you RSVP for anyone who wishes to attend virtually.

Celebrate the environmental achievements of the Richmond Office of Sustainability and Mayor Stoney at City Hall!

This event will introduce the Richmond Sustainable Design Standards (SDS), a newly adopted set of guidelines that establishes sustainable design criteria for all City-led projects and projects built on City-owned property. Mayor Stoney and the Office of Sustainability will discuss how these standards will help shape Richmond’s built environment with a focus on climate resilience and sustainability.

Join us for a captivating book club discussion of Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass. This inspiring work weaves together botany, ecology, and Indigenous wisdom to offer a profound exploration of our relationship with the natural world.

Whether you're a seasoned environmentalist or simply curious about the natural world, this book club is for you. Come share your thoughts, ask questions, and connect with other readers who share your passion for nature and sustainability.

The Richmond Sustainability & Resilience Commission (“SRC”) is a 10-member public commission tasked advancing climate action in Richmond. The SRC collaborates with the Richmond Office of Sustainability to implement the RVAgreen 2050 Climate Equity Action Plan 2030 and holds 6 annual meetings that are free and open to the public.

In Kim Stanley Robinson's latest novel, you'll find yourself immersed in a world ravaged by climate change. Through the lens of an international government agency, he explores the challenges and potential solutions to this global crisis, offering a thought-provoking commentary on humanity's response. If you're interested in science fiction that delves into the complexities of climate change and the role of governments in addressing it, this book is a must-read.

This event will highlight the Mayor's significant "green wins" during his tenure and provide a detailed review of Richmond's 2022 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory. This event is a unique opportunity to engage with local leaders and community members at the forefront of Richmond's sustainability efforts. Whether you're a sustainability professional, community advocate, or simply interested in learning more about how our city is tackling climate change, this event is not to be missed!