Stronger futures

Creating our regional advantage

No one knows what the future will bring.

Yet cities that invest in quality of life attract both capital and talent. We choose projects with a clear current need that will also future-proof our region. Our modernization efforts have already added a estimated $173 million to our regional economy.

We're working to realize a better life now and into the future.

Active projects

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Ride & Drive Program

Test-driving electric vehicles options in a no-pressure setting helps residents get comfortable with cleaner transportation, accelerating EV adoption citywide

Sustainability Leaders

Senior sustainability and resilience professionals from leading employers in the Columbus region, aligning on key resource priorities for our community

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Energi.AI

With this secure city-supported platform, businesses can track their impact and future-proof operations, while contributing to a citywide emissions map that will guide smarter investments.

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E-bike Incentive Program

Our incentives program has had over 7,000 residents apply for vouchers, proving that when clean transportation is affordable, people switch

Green IT Playbook

In establishing the nation’s first Green IT Zone, Columbus is helping regional tech leaders cut emissions and operating costs, while building a reputation for climate-forward innovation

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Living Lab Council

Regional leaders collaborate in peer-led working groups, sharing challenges and turning ideas in scalable cross-sector solutions.