Local Food Pinellas County is largely developed with only a few small farms within its boundaries. As a result, most food consumed by Clearwater residents comes from other counties, states, and even countries. Transporting this food from far-away locations requires fuel and accounts 14% of the total energy used to get food from farm to market.
Sustainability Sustainability often means different things to different people. Many think of recycling when asked about sustainability, while others think of solar panels or growing your own organic food. What is sustainability, really?
Building a Sustainable Future: LEED at Clearwater City Hall Clearwater's new City Hall was built to serve residents for generations while reducing environmental impacts and operating costs. As the city's first LEED-certified building, it reflects Clearwater's commitment to energy efficiency, water conservation and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars while supporting a modern municipal campus and convenient access to public services