City of RenoEmissions Dashboard
We've partnered with nZero to thoroughly calculate and monitor our carbon footprint, in real-time. Being equipped with comprehensive data enables our funds to be used appropriately and efficiently as we move quickly towards our emission reduction goals.
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What Is the City of Reno’s climate goal?
City Wide Emissions Over Time
Million metric tons CO2e Emitted in the City of Reno Each Year. (Source: 2014 and 2021 GHG Inventories)
From GHG Inventories
Projected reductions
Our goal to reduce annual greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), by 28% from 2008 levels in 2025, aligns with the State of Nevada’s overall reduction goals.
We reduced emissions by 13.6% between 2008 and 2014, which was on track to meet our goal.
Read more about the Nevada Climate Action Plan >Emission Reduction Initiatives
- 2009 – Citywide Energy Performance Contract
- 2019 – First EVs added to our fleets
- Ongoing – Citywide LED Lighting Retrofits
What is City Operations tracking to Support Emissions Reductions?
From our fire stations and community centers, to waste treatment and fleet management, we are gathering real-time emissions data for a wide range of buildings and services.
In total, we’re currently tracking:
Hours Per Year
8760
kWh per Year
22,197,565
City of Reno Operations Tracks Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Scope 1 Emissions
Natural Gas
Fuel
These greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions occur directly from sources owned or controlled by the city. For example fuel combustion in boilers, furnaces and vehicles.
Scope 2 Emissions
Electricity
Indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy, from a utility provider. This includes the consumption of electricity, steam, heat, and cooling.
What is a Metric Ton of CO2e?
A measurement of Greenhouse Gas Emissions equivalent to the emissions from 2,513 miles driven by an average passenger vehicle. (EPA)
How We’re Avoiding Emissions
The City of Reno generates carbon-free electricity on-site. This helps reduce emissions related to energy purchased from the grid.
Emissions Avoided Last Month
Emissions Avoided, Last 12 Months
Reno Properties with On-site Carbon-free Generation
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Total Renewable Energy Generated, Last 12 Months
Data Centers
We partner with Switch data centers to house most of our server infrastructure, providing redundancy in power, network connectivity, and support. Powered by 100% renewable energy, a cumulative of 432 MWh of generation has been credited to the City since 2021.
last updated September 2024
On-Site, Carbon-Free Generation
The city has installed solar panels on various buildings, which substantially reduces CO2e emissions.
Here’s an example of how a building in Reno is using solar panels to produce, use, and share back electricity.
More Zero-Carbon
Collecting data on our solar installations helps us make better choices for future zero-carbon initiatives.
Average Carbon-Free Energy Used Over 24 Hours, by Reno Operations Buildings
We generate and use solar power in addition to the renewable energy available in the Nevada power grid. The chart below does not include streetlight data.
Personal Impact Tip:
Renewable energy generation peaks during the day. If you use power during this time has a much lower carbon impact.
Grid Renewables
Renewable energy sources include solar, hydro, and geothermal.
Accurate. Actionable. 24/7.
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Report accurately and transparently
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Make data-driven operational and financial decisions
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