Home » Departments and Divisions » Community Investment » Sustainability Sustainability Sustainability is a holistic approach that considers environmental, social, and economic dimensions in activities both within city government and in the larger South Bend community. From increasing the community's greenspace, to developing inclusive green entrepreneurship and workforce training programs, to supporting energy efficiency upgrades that reduce the energy burden for residents– the Office of Sustainability embeds a “triple bottom line” approach across the City and designs pathways for residents to engage in creating a livable, prosperous community for current and future generations. Renewable Energy Energy Efficiency Background Carbon Neutral 2050 Green Workforce Development and Entrepreneurship Our Services Solar Energy Solar Energy How do I go solar in South Bend? What steps has South Bend taken to become solar friendly?How… What we focus on Climate change is an urgent threat to our city. The Office of Sustainability is leading the effort to coordinate our community’s response through both climate adaptation and mitigation strategies that center on equity. Key components of these strategies include: Renewable energy Energy efficiency Increased clean transportation and sustainable land use Green entrepreneurship and workforce development Urban forestry Waste reduction and fostering a circular economy Click the links to learn more about each of these areas and pathways to reach our community’s emissions reduction and adaptation goals. Our Programs Energy Assistance and Solar Savings Initiative (EASSI) for nonprofit and community institutions to improve their energy efficiency and savings. Upskill South Bend for individuals to pursue online training and an industry-standard certification in solar energy. How we got here and where we’re going Background on the Office of Sustainability Our plan to become carbon neutral by 2050 The Green Ribbon Commission (link coming soon!) APPLY FOR EASSI Help your community organization access solar energy and improve energy efficiency! The Energy Assistance and Solar Savings Initiative (EASSI) provides subsidized energy assessments, grants, and low-interest loans. Learn more about apply here Apply for Upskill South Bend's Solar Energy Track Are you interested in pivoting to a career in clean energy? Upskill SB provides a pathway to achieve a professional certification at minimal or no cost to you. Our office is sponsoring an online training by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association that prepares you for the NABCEP Solar PV Associate exam. Learn more and apply here Visit our "Go Solar South Bend" site Do you want to reduce both your carbon footprint and your energy bills? Have you considered solar for your home or property but don't know where to begin? Find out more information about all steps of the solar energy journey at our Going Solar in South Bend website. Learn more about going solar VIEW ALL NEWS sustainability@southbendin.gov 574.233.0311 227 W. Jefferson Blvd.Suite 1400SSouth Bend, Indiana 46601 Leadership Evelyn Bauman Director Connect
Solar Energy Solar Energy How do I go solar in South Bend? What steps has South Bend taken to become solar friendly?How…