Going Green

From Nano-science research to large multi-national firms Eau Claire is ahead of the curve when attracting those who want dynamic employment in a place that embodies sustainability. Here are just a few of our green community highlights:

Country Home magazine ranked Eau Claire the 15th Greenest City in U.S. in 2007.

Bolstering local economy and agro-tourism with new Downtown Farmer's Market.

Creating high amenity parks for community pride/synergy such as Phoenix Park

Promoting urban vitality, Smart Growth and Traditional Neighborhood zoning Phoenix Park Neighborhood and Waterford Eau Claire

Healthy schools. Eau Claire School District's John J. Flynn Elementary was recently certified at Silver level in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

The Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association also took a lead in environmental design. Their new building is 33% more energy efficient than required by Wisconsin's Energy Code. Read about the details in this agenda.

The City of Eau Claire is gearing up on sustainable efforts with its Green Team. The team will focus on ways to reduce the City's own impact on the environment.