Multnomah County invited 60 goats to dine on blackberry bushes and vines below the east end of the Sellwood Bridge, avoiding the use of herbicides to remove the invasive plants.
Instead of printing out the hundreds of medical record requests that the Health Department receives every day via fax, IT paved the way for an almost entirely digital workflow.
The upgraded LEDs in Multnomah County’s residential areas produce energy savings up to 70%. That adds up to energy savings that could power over 100 homes each year.
May is Bike Month at Multnomah County! We're participating in The Street Trust's Bike More Challenge, holding group rides, and offering a free bike clinic that covers the rules of the road.
MultCo is up for the Challenge! During EcoChallenge, we'll each choose one action to reduce our impact and stick with it for two weeks, making a difference for ourselves, our community and the planet.
For two weeks in October, Multnomah County employees participated in EcoChallenge to try one new thing that can make a difference for themselves, the community, and the planet.
The annual celebration, which coincides with Public Service Recognition Week, honors the dedication and innovation of a select group of Multnomah County employees.
After a lot of hard work and creative thinking, there is now a system in place where a new employee doesn't have to print anything to enroll in their benefit programs.
Each week, 12 trains carry 1,000,000 gallons of crude oil through Multnomah County. Learn more about the potential risks to the people and places living in the area.
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PropertyFit (CPACE) helps commercial, multifamily, and industrial property owners finance energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades that holistically address a building’s performance.
How sustainability has played an integral role in the building and planning of the new Sellwood Bridge.
The mission of the Sustainable Jails Project is to provide excellent stewardship of public funds, conserve natural resources, and reduce recidivism through sustainable decision-making and practices.
In the spirit of our shared values, the Office of Sustainability, Office of Diversity & Equity, and the Employee Wellness Program joined forces to compile our first-ever gift ideas list.
Free Geek will receive up to 1,500 computers a year from Multnomah County. They will then be refurbished and given out to communities, organizations, or individuals in need.
Disconnecting from our screens and becoming more active helps us take better care of ourselves and each other.
Chair Deborah Kafoury and a few enthusiastic County employees share some of the reasons why they enjoy biking: Health, Environment, and Community.
Multnomah County is working to address climate change. Check out our progress and learn about resources we have available for you to take action and prepare for everyday impacts.
The county’s Sustainability Program was established in 2001. Learn more about how Multnomah County upholds sustainability through over 30 resolutions and policies adopted to date.
2015 Climate Action Plan is a road map for building climate resiliency in Multnomah County. The 2015 CAP will reduce carbon emissions and protect the community from the impacts of climate change.
In 2017, Multnomah County and City of Portland committed to transition the community to 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and 100% renewable energy by 2050.
A chronological list of sustainability ordinances, resolutions, and accomplishments at Multnomah County.
The Multnomah County Green Team promotes sustainable practices through education and outreach projects.
Sustainable Multnomah County videos demonstrate healthy and sustainable actions by County staff, community partners, and members of the community.