Indicator Category
Environmental Justice & Sustainability
Environmental Justice and Sustainability is the consideration of long-term environmental health toward a regenerative and more secure planet. It emphasizes balancing present needs with the preservation of resources for future generations, promoting inclusive and sustainable practices.
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123 EV Charging Stations
2.1%
In the 8-county region, clean energy jobs are experiencing an average annual growth rate of 2.1%.
Monroe County boasts the highest number of EV charging stations in Rochester, with a total of 123 as of 2023.
-3.1%
122
The population residing in urban regions with limited access to food within the 8-county area has seen a decline of 3.1% since 2010, dropping from 311k to 301k individuals.
By the end of April 2024, 122 communities in the 8-county region had joined NYSERDA's Clean Energy Communities 3.0 Program.
Environmental Justice & sustainability Indicators