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Township Sustainability Plan
On June 7, 2023, the Board of Commissioners formally received the Township's first Sustainability Plan.
Download the Township Sustainability Plan Here. Copies are also available at all Township libraries.
- Tip: In Adobe, use the bookmarks on the left-hand side to jump to different sections of the Plan.
- Tip: For easier scrolling in Adobe, go to View, then Page Display, and select Single Page View.
To learn about the planning and collaboration that went into the Sustainability Plan, including all drafts of the plan, visit the Sustainability Plan Timeline & Public Engagement page.
Supporting Documents:
- Appendix A - Strategy Implementation Table
- Appendix B - Glossary of Terms
- Appendix C - Strategy Prioritization
- Attachments
More Information:
- Watch the February 2023 Beside the Gavel segment for a discussion about the Sustainability Plan.
- Check out posters from the 10/16/2023 Launch Event detailing the background and structure of the Sustainability Plan.
What's Next?
Stay Informed
To stay up to date on Township sustainability initiatives and events, visit E-Subscription and check the boxes for Township-What's New?, Sustainability (News and Announcements) and Sustainability Committee (Lower Merion Township Meetings).
Check out the Sustainability Manager Updates to track progress on Sustainability Plan implementation projects.
Be sure to follow Lower Merion Township Sustainability on Facebook and Instagram, too!
Be a Sustainability Ambassador!
Lower Merion Sustainability Ambassadors champion and promote sustainable practices in our community. This is a low commitment way to get involved with Lower Merion's sustainability efforts. Sign Up Here!
Go for the Green Awards - Accepting Nominations
Go for the Green Announcement!
Nominations Open for Lower Merion Township’s
2026 Go for the Green Awards
Lower Merion Township, PA — The Lower Merion Township Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Go for the Green Awards, which recognize residents, businesses, organizations, and schools that demonstrate outstanding leadership in environmental protection, natural resource conservation, and sustainable community development.
The annual Go for the Green Awards highlight local efforts that reduce environmental impact, preserve natural resources, and advance sustainability in the built environment throughout Lower Merion Township.
Community members are encouraged to nominate individuals, schools, businesses, or organizations whose work reflects innovation, commitment, and measurable environmental benefit. Nominations are open now and must be submitted by Friday, April 3.
Award recipients will be honored at an awards ceremony and public event at the Ludington Library on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
“The Go for the Green Awards celebrate the people and projects that are helping make Lower Merion a healthier, more sustainable place to live,” said Paloma Vila, Lower Merion Township Sustainability Manager. “We encourage residents to help us recognize the inspiring work happening across our community.”
To learn more about the Go for the Green Awards or to submit a nomination, click here.
About the Lower Merion Township Environmental Advisory Council
The Lower Merion Township Environmental Advisory Council advises Township officials on environmental issues and works to promote policies and programs that protect natural resources and advance sustainability throughout the community.
Questions? Contact:
Paloma Vila, Sustainability Manager
Lower Merion Township
pvila@lowermerion.org