Shaker Heights Joins Sustainability Program

SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH - Shaker Heights announced it is joining the U.S. Green Building Council LEED for Cities and Communities grant program.

The city will be able to benefit from financial assistance through the LEED certification process. The ultimate goal will be to make Shaker Heights more sustainable.

“Shaker Heights has a rich legacy of innovation. By participating in this grant program, we can continue to build upon the original ideals that the Garden City Movement espoused. We look forward to working with all of the partners in certifying Shaker Heights as a LEED for Cities and Communities city,” said Mayor David Weiss.

Shaker Heights officials said in a press release that joining the LEED program will allow the city to demonstrate its movement as a smart, resilient community. Through the program, Shaker Heights projects can get financial assistance, educational resources and technical support.

To realize a sustainable future for all, today’s cities and communities must strive to be green, resilient, inclusive and smart,” said Mahesh Ramanujam, president and CEO, USGBC. “The LEED for Cities and Communities certification programs give leaders a framework for planning, designing, measuring and managing the social, economic and environmental performance of the places where they live, work, learn and play. With support from Bank of America, we will empower these grant recipients to deliver a higher living standard for their residents.”