The Prince William County Office of Sustainability released its first Environmental Sustainability Annual Report on Apr. 16, highlighting the county’s progress and ongoing efforts in advancing environmental sustainability across the community.
The report outlines how the county is implementing its Community Energy and Sustainability Master Plan (CESMP) and working toward goals set out in the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan. It presents a detailed overview of innovative initiatives, measurable outcomes, and collaborative work taking place within county agencies and with local residents.
According to the Office of Sustainability, its mission is to integrate environmental sustainability throughout county government operations as well as within the broader community. The office said this approach supports “the Board of County Supervisors’ vision of meeting current community needs while protecting quality of life and resources for future generations.” Early implementation of CESMP has resulted in 17 out of 25 high-priority actions being initiated, with ten currently in active implementation. The plan includes strategies such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions by half compared to 2005 levels by 2030, sourcing all electricity from renewable sources by 2035, achieving full renewable energy use for government operations by 2030, and reaching carbon neutrality for those operations by 2050.
“We are excited to share Prince William County’s first Environmental Sustainability Annual Report, which highlights our progress in clean energy, sustainable mobility and long-term planning,” said Giulia Manno, Director of the Office of Sustainability. “This report helps our community stay informed, celebrate achievements and identify opportunities to work together for continued progress.”
Since 2015, more than 3,100 residential solar systems have been installed across Prince William County. The area has also registered over 7,600 battery electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles during that period. Since 2021, there have been installations of eighty-five electric vehicle charging stations at county facilities along with new rooftop solar systems designed for several public buildings.
The report also details efforts to protect natural resources and improve resilience against environmental challenges. In early 2025, restoration was completed on nearly one mile (4,785 feet) along Powell’s Creek in Montclair to reduce flooding risks and enhance water quality. Additionally, a Bandalong trash collection system installed at Neabsco Creek removed more than a ton (2,185 pounds) of debris last year—helping prevent pollution from reaching the Potomac River.
“This report reflects our commitment to building a more sustainable and resilient Prince William County,” said County Executive Chris Shorter. “The progress highlighted here shows how we are putting our Strategic Plan into action while continuing to invest in the long-term well-being of our community.”
