As part of its commitment to a healthier, more resilient, and sustainable future, the City of Allentown is developing its first-ever Climate Action Plan. Launched during Earth Month 2025, this plan will be shaped by input from residents, workers, and students through a citywide Sustainability Survey. The Climate Action Plan will guide long-term environmental goals, equity-focused strategies, and local climate action efforts. This work builds on existing initiatives like Love Your Block, the Youth Climate Action Fund, and community cleanups, all aimed at making Allentown a thriving, climate-conscious city for generations to come.

Participation Opportunities

Share your priorities for what the CAP addresses: click here to fill out a short poll

Come share your experience and ideas as Allentown develops its Climate Action Plan - a roadmap to a flourishing, resilient future for the city.

Community Discussion Forums

• Phase 1: What should be included in the plan? What are your priorities?
  Wednesday, June 10, 6-7:30pm - virtual forum on Zoom
  Tuesday, June 16, 6-7:30pm - Muhlenberg College (2400 W. Hamilton Street)
  Saturday, June 27, 2-3:30pm - Fearless Fire Company (1221 S. Front Street)
• Phase 2: Feedback on draft sections of the plan
  Wednesday, September 9, 6-7:30pm - East Side, specific location TBD
  Sunday, September 27, 2-3:30pm - Center City, specific location TBD

Receive $25 for participating in one of the in-person forums
Registration required to receive $25.
Register here.

COMING SOON: Information about an Allentown Youth Climate Summit for students to learn more and share their ideas for climate action in Allentown

Stay tuned later in Fall 2026 for listening sessions to give feedback on the final plan and opportunities to get involved with pilot projects implementing some of the strategies laid out in