Why Focus on Sustainability?
Sustainability is a concept that allows decision-makers to make balanced decisions while considering the economic, social, and environmental effects of the agency’s actions. The Sustainability Working Group aims to provide agency-wide guidance in developing and implementing best practices through the creation of focus areas and agency-wide goals.
Characteristics of Sustainability?
Sustainability occurs when the transportation system is:
- Available
- In good condition
- And meets the needs of today while preparing for the future.
When the DOT is sustainable, it helps us reach our ideal ultimate outcome of mobility.
Potential Areas for Sustainable Implementation?
- Facilities
- Fleet
- Roadside Management
- Construction
- Operations
- Resiliency
- Purchasing
- Indirect Infrastructure
- Planning
Our Strategies
- Support Workforce Sustainability- Attract and Retain a Quality Workforce
- Invest in Innovation
- Collaborate with Other State Agencies (Within and Between States)
Contact
For more information about the Iowa DOT resiliency efforts, please contact sustainability.resiliency@iowadot.us or:
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