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Climate (action and resilience) change comes to City Hall
Friday, February 7, 2025 by Elizabeth Pagano
Austin has a new-old office. The Office of Climate Action and Resilience is the official new name of the Office of Sustainability and “better reflects … helping Austin prepare for and respond to the challenges of climate change while ensuring a more just and sustainable future for all,” according to a press release from the city. Despite the name change, the duties of the office will stay the same. According to the press release from the office, “We remain committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving food access, and building community resilience. And most importantly, our team is the same group of passionate, dedicated professionals you’ve worked with or seen out in the community over the years.”
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