Environmental Health Alerts and News
Albuquerque Supporting Ruidoso with Mosquito Monitoring
Flooding brings potential for mosquito breeding and health concerns.
CDP’s Environmental Disclosure Program Awards Albuquerque High Marks
City receives A- for sustainability and environmental responsibility efforts.
New Mexico Roadmap delivers recommendations to decarbonize residential and small commercial buildings by 2050
More than 20 government, utility, business, and nonprofit stakeholders chart a path to create affordable, comfortable, healthy, efficient, and resilient homes for all New Mexicans.
New Collaboration to Create a More Resilient New Mexico
City and State launch local efforts under National Climate Planning Program.
City Continues Food Health Inspections
Diners assured that food safety standards are enforced and regular inspections resume
First Human Cases of West Nile Virus of 2024 in Bernalillo County
Health officials warn residents to take precautions against mosquito bites
Protect Yourself From Mosquitoes After Historic Rainfall
Significant mosquito season expected, help remove standing water to keep communities safe
City Solidifies Sustainability Resolution
Resolution commits to cross-departmental sustainability initiatives
City Adopts Updated Food Safety Ordinance
Updated ordinance unifies existing rules, simplifies processes for businesses
Albuquerque Awarded $1 Million Grant to Accelerate Climate Pollution Reduction
Four-year grant to develop plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollution
New FUSE Executive Fellow to Advance City’s Equitable Climate Resiliency
The year-long compost-focused fellowship takes a monumental step towards climate resilience and justice
City Releases the 2023 Climate Action Implementation Report
Report captures progress during the second year of the Climate Action Plan
From Food Scraps to Fertile Soil: Innovative Sustainability Pilot Project
Diversion project composts City food waste, redirecting from landfills and replenishing Albuquerque soil
Tips to Reduce Mosquito Bites Ahead of Severe Season
Residents advised to take precautions to reduce mosquito breeding habitat
City of Albuquerque Ranked No. 13 on EPA’s Top Green Power Users
Albuquerque’s use of renewable energy helps advance green power market
Albuquerque Releases Heat Impact Data Collected in Collaboration with NASA
Results of NASA’s DEVELOP Summer Program bring awareness to heat disparities across the city
City of Albuquerque Celebrates Energy Efficiency Day 2022
Seventh annual national event urging everyone to “Save Money. Cut Pollution. Create Jobs.”
City Launches Conservation and Urban Wildlife Youth Artwork Contest
Youth can enter artwork to be featured on promotional items, win prizes, and learn about conservation and coexisting with urban wildlife
City Simplifies Permitting Process Ahead of Busy Grower’s Market Season
Vendors can attend multiple markets with the same capped permit fee
City Releases First Climate Action Implementation Report
Report captures the progress of the first year of the Climate Action Plan
First Detection of West Nile Virus of 2022 in Bernalillo County Mosquitoes
Health officials warn residents to take precautions against mosquito bites.
Albuquerque Shines with Solsmart’s Gold Designation
Albuquerque scores 330 total points, more than the 200 needed for National designation
City Completes Bloomberg Philanthropies American City Climate Challenge
Brings City government closer to goal of 100% renewable energy through 5 outlined climate initiatives
City Sustainability Office in Full Bloom
3 new staff join the administration’s team to combat climate change in Albuquerque
U.S. Assistant Secretary of Health Explores City of ABQ’s Heat Mitigation Efforts
City Sustainability Office showcases local climate justice project with potential to scale nationally; addresses extreme heat and its impact on public health and frontline communities
City Announces Readiness for COVID Vaccination Requirement or Testing for Employees
In compliance with OSHA, city employees must report vaccination status or provide weekly negative COVID results
Albuquerque Receives Top Marks for Sustainability Performance
ACEEE score highlights City’s progress in key sustainability and equity projects