Office of Sustainability

Programs & Resources

Programs & Resources

The Mayor’s Office of Sustainability is committed to advancing a greener, healthier, and more equitable Cleveland through a wide range of initiatives and partnerships. Our programs and resources support community engagement, environmental education, and climate action—empowering residents, businesses, and City departments to take meaningful steps toward sustainability.

 

Explore tools, guides, and initiatives that help reduce emissions, conserve natural resources, and build resilience across neighborhoods.

gas aggregation

NOPEC - Cleveland Natural Gas Choice

NOPEC (Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council) is a nonprofit aggregator that negotiates bulk natural gas rates for member communities, including Cleveland. You may have recently received an opt-out letter — this is standard practice and happens every 2 years for natural gas.

 

Learn more about Natural Gas Choice

ELECTRIC GRID

SOPEC - Cleveland Community Choice Electric Aggregation

The City of Cleveland, in partnership with Cleveland City Council and SOPEC (Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council), continues to offer the Community Choice Electric Aggregation (CCA) Program. 
 

This program provides residents and small business customers of the FirstEnergy/Illuminating Company with access to 100% renewable electricity at a competitive fixed rate.
 

Learn more about the CCA Program

 

Solar roof - tax credits

Tax Credits & Incentives

Tax credits are available for both homeowners and renters to make energy-efficient upgrades more affordable, including heat pumps, electric stoves, insulation, solar panels, and more.
 

With new federal, state, and utility-level incentives, you could save thousands on clean, climate-friendly improvements. See what you’re eligible for and take advantage before these credits expire.

 

Learn more about Tax Credits & Incentives

Utility Billing

Utility Assistance Programs

If you’re a low-income household facing high energy costs, there are assistance programs designed to help ease your burden. We encourage you to explore and enroll in local utility assistance programs that can make managing your energy bills more affordable.
 

Learn more about Utility Assistance Programs