Sustainability Achievements

Timeline

Lexington's sustainability achievements serve as a model for communities across the Commonwealth. The following actions represent only a sample of the Town's work in sustainability.

2010

2013

  • Adopted a Climate Change Resolution to require climate change in all appropriate decisions (Article 29)

2016

2017

  • Joined the U.S. Compact of Mayors
  • Launched Lex Drive Electric program

2018

2019

2020

  • Launched Lexington's PACE Program for Commercial & Industrial Buildings

2021

  • Joined ICLEI's Race to Zero movement to achieve climate neutrality by 2050
  • Launched LexSORT, a free community composting pilot program

2022

2023

Certifications & Awards

Lexington's sustainability efforts have been recognized by state, national, and international organizations.