Despite the devastating news recently shared through the United Nations climate study, there is some good sustainability news coming from Ohio. Toledo ranked #1 in Site Selection Magazine's Sustainability rankings.

According to U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm "investment and innovation can build the clean energy future right here at home”. And that's exactly what's happening at Toledo's growing First Solar plant (built by The Rudolph/Libbe Companies, Inc. and soon to become the largest fully vertically integrated solar manufacturing complex outside of China).

In addition to First Solar, Lucas County Commissioners recently joined the "Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission to announce the launch of the online Toledo-Lucas County Green Map, designed to connect people to sustainable assets to improve their social, economic, and physical well-being". And Owens Corning continues to provide fiberglass products, roofing, and other materials geared towards sustainability.

Investing time and energy into the sustainability market is a crucial next step for corporations, governments, and individuals around the world. OITA is proud to highlight Ohio's own Toledo as a leader in this field. Congrats to ​TLCSC Director Melissa Greene Hopfer, MPA, Sustainability Coordinator Beatrice Miringu, and everyone involved in the recent sustainability projects and awards. Special shoutout to OITA Member First Solar for the contribution to this success!

Check out more about the list and #sustainability metrics here:
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And check out the Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission here: https://lnkd.in/ePJGBM7P.