Prince William County to Release First Environmental Sustainability Annual Report

The Prince William County Office of Sustainability has released its first Environmental Sustainability Annual Report, highlighting progress, success stories and ongoing efforts to advance environmental sustainability across the community. 

The report provides a comprehensive look at how the county is implementing the Community Energy and Sustainability Master Plan, or CESMP, and advancing the Environment goal outlined in the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan. It showcases innovative initiatives, measurable outcomes and collaborative efforts taking place across county agencies and the community. 

The Office of Sustainability’s mission is to integrate environmental sustainability across county government and the community to help meet the needs of a growing and evolving county. This work 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 the CESMP reflects the county’s continued commitment to addressing energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, natural resource protection and hazard mitigation challenges. To date, 17 of the plan’s 25 high-priority actions have been initiated, with 10 currently in active implementation. 

The CESMP master plan includes action strategies focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 50 percent below 2005 levels by 2030, sourcing 100 percent of countywide electricity from renewable sources by 2035, achieving 100 percent renewable energy in county government operations by 2030 and reaching carbon neutrality in county government 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 county has also registered more than 7,600 battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Since 2021, the county has installed 85 electric vehicle charging stations at county facilities. In addition, rooftop solar systems have been designed for several county buildings. 

The county is also making progress in protecting natural resources and improving environmental resilience. In early 2025, Prince William County completed the restoration of 4,785 feet along Powell’s Creek in the Montclair community, helping reduce flooding and improve water quality. Additionally, a Bandalong trash collection system installed in Neabsco Creek removed 2,185 pounds of debris in 2025, helping prevent trash from entering 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.”.

Read the full Environmental Sustainability Report.