Athens and Ohio University Strive for Carbon Neutrality
The city of Athens aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 through various initiatives.
Ohio University also has a sustainability plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Initiatives and Progress
- The Athens City Council passed a resolution in February 2020, declaring a climate emergency and expressing the city's intention to limit carbon emissions.
- A 2.1 megawatt solar array was established next to the Athens Community Center, powering 100% of the swimming pool, 50% of the wastewater treatment plant, and a large portion of the community center.
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Athens and Ohio University are working together to increase renewable energy usage and reduce carbon emissions.
Author's summary: Athens and OU strive for green energy.