Richmond Sustainability Profile

The City of Richmond is committed to enhancing quality of life for all residents by making the community equitable, healthy, and resilient. The Office of Sustainability promotes systems and policy changes that support the development of healthy and sustainable communities. Richmond has established comprehensive sustainability initiatives including climate vulnerability and risk assessments to evaluate heat and flooding risks to communities, built assets, and natural features. The city is taking steps towards mitigating climate change with a focus on frontline communities.