9.24.2026 Sustainability Committee

The City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire Sustainability Committee met on September 24, 2026, to discuss various sustainability initiatives and capital improvement projects (CIPs). Key procurement-related topics included a $50,000 CIP proposal to install an electric vehicle (EV) charger to support city fleet electrification, and a $50,000 proposal to hire a consultant for a zero waste plan. The committee also reviewed a municipal greenhouse gas inventory report, which will inform future funding and grant applications for energy efficiency and solar projects. Additionally, the committee discussed ongoing efforts related to solar panel installations on city buildings, multimodal transportation projects including a shuttle pilot, and a heat resilience study with potential grant funding for sensor equipment. Members planned to present CIP proposals at an upcoming subcommittee meeting on October 8 and discussed community engagement opportunities such as a fall festival. Action items included coordinating attendance at the CIP subcommittee meeting and improving timely posting of meeting videos.