Associated energy savings strategies include Energy Management Programs, the CitySolar Program, and pursuit of LEED certification for City and School Buildings.

The City of Charlottesville has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions community-wide to reduce its contribution to climate change, preserve natural resources, build resiliency, and reduce annual operating costs. Continuing its commitment to environmental stewardship, the City as an organization is ‘leading by example’ and is pursuing the same strategies and techniques that it encourages the community to embrace, with an eye towards continual improvement as well as environmental and economic considerations.