In addition to the Sustainability Pledge Program, the chamber created a Sustainability Committee and hosts an Annual Sustainability Summit that brings together businesses, city officials, non-profits, and academics to share success stories and best practices that are helping to create a more sustainable and resilient Tempe.
Additionally, as an active member of the City of Tempe’s Sustainability Commission, the chamber also works on Tempe's Climate Action Plan which addresses emissions reduction in energy, transportation, and resilience to extreme heat.
“Any successful sustainability program needs to make sure it looks closely at energy. Energy efficiency is a key way we can participate in climate action and make sure we help businesses save money by being more energy efficient.” Sukki Janke CMP, VP Marketing and Programs, Tempe Chamber of Commerce
“The Tempe Chamber is a great partner for the City of Tempe. They are showing real leadership in the Tempe community while helping to educate businesses about the economic benefits associated with sustainability, clean energy and climate action. They are also making sure more businesses get a seat at the table.”
Dr. Braden Kay, City of Tempe, Director of Sustainability
“The Sustainability Pledge is a beneficial program that chambers around the country could replicate to help their member businesses save money while becoming more sustainable.” Ryan Evans, Executive Director, Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy
Stay tuned for more thought leadership from the Tempe Chamber as it continues to provide timely programs that benefit the entire community.
