Delaware County Seeking New Members for the Delaware County Sustainability Commission

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Released: September 5, 2024

Delaware County Seeking New Members for the Delaware County Sustainability Commission

Delaware County is currently looking to fill four vacancies on the Delaware County Sustainability Commission.

The Delaware County Sustainability Commission provides review, feedback, and recommendations to County Council and departments on environmental and energy-related matters, including energy efficiency, natural resource protection, climate resilience, and sustainable transportation. The Commission promotes best practices for buildings, facilities, transportation, and responsible purchasing, while also focusing on air quality, stormwater management, wildlife preservation, and climate change.

Commission members also provide input into the Delaware County Sustainability Action Plan and recommend Triple Bottom Line-related actions, projects, and programs to County Council for implementation.

Additionally, the Commission helps educate the public and supports initiatives for municipalities, businesses, and non-profits to advance sustainability goals.

Members include designated Delaware County officials and residents of Delaware County appointed by the Delaware County Executive Director. Delaware County encourages residents who can contribute their time, energy, and passion to apply for open board positions.


Applicant categories include:

  • Experience in environmental justice or from a historically marginalized community (two openings)
  • Expertise and experience in the field of energy efficiency and/or green building practices (one opening)
  • General public (one member)

Interested residents are urged to send their resume, a letter of interest, and an indication of their applicant category (see above) to DelcoBoards@co.delaware.pa.us.

Applications for the board opening will be accepted through 4:30 p.m. on Friday, September 27.

For a full list of board vacancies, detailed descriptions, and application instructions, please visit DelcoPA.Gov/Board-Vacancies.



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