Go Green Granville

WE'RE A SMALL OHIO TOWN WITH A BIG GOAL
Creating a Sustainable,
Climate-Resilient Community

Drone shot of three Granville's houses with solar panels on them

Aerial view of homes and community garden in Granville's Village Roots neighborhood.

POWERING A CLEAN FUTURE FOR GRANVILLE  
Our Goal:
Cut Carbon 50% by 2030

In the face of a rapidly changing climate, we recognize the urgent need to take action. The Granville community is leading by example to reduce our carbon footprint and forge a path towards a greener, more resilient community. By adopting sustainable practices, such as reducing our home’s energy consumption, converting to renewable energy sources directly or through Granville’s Green Electric Aggregation Program, transitioning to emissions-free transportation, conserving resources, and embracing resilient infrastructure practices, we can mitigate and adapt to climate change and create a healthier planet. 

GRANVILLE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION & GO GREEN GRANVILLE
New Fund Supports Solar in Granville  

Go Green Granville and the Granville Community Foundation announced the launch of the Go Green Granville Fund, a new grant program dedicated to advancing sustainability initiatives across the Granville area by helping local civic organizations and nonprofits install solar panels to increase energy efficiency and provide economic enhancements.  

Through the generosity of a seed-funding donor to a restricted fund at the Granville Community Foundation, $50,000 in grants are initially available. The grants are paired with technical support from Go Green Granville solar experts to help schools, civic organizations, and nonprofits install on-site solar electric systems in 2025. These grants aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower long-term energy costs, and empower local organizations to take meaningful action against climate change. Go Green Granville expects to further grow this opportunity, over time, through additional earmarked donations. 

ANSWERS TO YOUR SOLAR QUESTIONS
Go Green Granville
Solar Consultation

Thinking about installing solar panels but unsure where to begin? Do you have a quote from a solar installer and want someone to help you analyze it? Have questions about best ways to utilize solar at your home or business? Go Green Granville volunteer Richard Downs can help. Richard has 45 years of experience in construction, specializing in energy-efficient infrastructure and 12 years of experience as a certified solar electric designer. As a longtime Granville resident, former co-chair of the Granville Solar Co-op and one of Licking County's most knowledgeable and experienced solar experts, Richard is available to answer your questions, review proposals and guide you through the solar installation process. 

contact us at: hello@gogreengranville.org or complete the form below to set up a free consult.

Granville sustainability initiative featured on WOSU

Granville Environmental Sustainability Committee members L-R: Frank O'Brien-Bernini, Paul Hammond, Lori Kumler, Councilmember Laura Mickelson, Jennifer Rubal, Ed Chanda

Granville Environmental Sustainability Committee members L-R: Chair Frank O'Brien-Bernini, Paul Hammond, Lori Kumler, Councilmember Laura Mickelson, Jennifer Rubal, Ed Chanda

VILLAGE OF GRANVILLE  
Environmental Sustainability Committee


The Granville Village Council established an Environmental Sustainability Committee to create and assist in the execution of a sustainability plan consistent with scientific consensus on what is necessary to limit climate change. This will include specific goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and facilitate the involvement of community members and other key stakeholders in an equitable way. The Committee meets the second Tuesday of the month at 3:15 p.m. in the Village Office at 141 East Broadway. 

MEASURING OUR COMMUNITY'S GREENHOUSE GAS POLLUTION
Granville's Carbon Emissions  

More than half of Granville's carbon emissions come from RESIDENTIAL usage according to data from Power a Clean Future Ohio

Emissions by Source

Emissions by Sector

DENISON ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICUM
Licking County Green Infrastructure Report 

Denison University students enrolled in the Fall 2024 Environmental Practicum course created a comprehensive green infrastructure plan for Licking County. Their report included recommendations in five key fields of research areas including: Agriculture, Terrestrial, Aquatic, Recreation, and Cultural. 

The class worked with organizations including the Licking Land Trust, Licking Park District, 1500 Trees, Pollinator Pathway, and the T.J. Evans Foundations to create a detailed "Greenprint" for Licking County. 

WHAT YOU CAN DO
Actions That Make An Impact

Solar panels at Denison University in Granville

Choose Clean Energy

INVEST IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY & CHOOSE GREEN ENERGY

Granville residents planting trees

Create a Climate-Resilient Landscape

PLANT TREES, REDUCE LAWN & CHOOSE NATIVE PLANTS
Granville curbside recycling bin

Recycle Right

DIVERT HOUSEHOLD WASTE INTO RESOURCES

Ed Chanda holding I'm In signs

GREEN ELECTRIC AGGREGATION PROGRAM
Opt In to Green Energy in Granville


Granville village and township residents can now choose 100% renewable energy through the Granville Green Electric Aggregation Program. This allows us to pool our electricity needs to purchase energy as a group. Our collective buying power also enables us to choose 100% wind power at competitive rates, providing an affordable way to support sustainability and reduce our carbon footprint. 

CONFRONTING THE CLIMATE CRISIS 
What We Can Do As A Community 

Increase Renewable Energy Use

IN HOMES, WORKPLACES & GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS 

Granville residents hiking at Spring Valley

Expand Parks & Protect Habitat

FOR PUBLIC USE +
FOR CARBON SINKS
Granville resident holding I'm In sign

Lead by Example

VIA ENERGY AGGREGATION &  INNOVATIVE POLICY

Purple Coneflowers at Granville sign

POWER A CLEAN FUTURE OHIO
Granville Commits To Reduce Emissions


Granville Village Council unanimously adopted a resolution to join Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO), furthering the Village’s commitment to improving sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With passage of this resolution, the Village of Granville became the 40th community to join Power a Clean Future Ohio. 

EMBRACING SOLAR WHILE  PRESERVING GRANVILLE'S HISTORIC CHARACTER
Solar-Powered Village Charm

Drone photo of the solar panels on the household on Old Sycamore Lane

Old Sycamore Lane

Drone photo of the Solar Array on the Semer household on Granger Street

Granger Street

Drone shot of the solar panel above the Katz family's house (Granville residents)

Cherry Street

LOCAL LEADERSHIP FOR THE CLIMATE CRISIS 
Community-Led Initiatives

SUSTAINABILITY SPOTLIGHT
Digester processes food waste at GHS

Aerobic digesters turn food waste into a nutrient-rich compost-type biomass. This technology helps to reduce greenhouse gases by keeping food waste out of landfills. It also helps to lower fuel and transportation costs associated with waste management. As part of a "Take Action" Project in Mr. Jim Reding's Environmental Science class at Granville High School, students Casey Laughbaum and Alli Messner planned, fundraised and implemented the installation of an aerobic digester in order to process food waste generated at the high school. The digestor has the capacity to process 440 pounds of food waste and compostable serviceware per day. 

little girl playing with plants in the community garden in Granville

JOIN NEIGHBORS & COMMUNITY LEADERS
Go Green. Get Involved.

Interested in getting more involved with sustainability initiatives in Granville? Would you like to nominate a resident or business for a Sustainability Spotlight on the website? Want to connect with Go Green Granville

We'd love to hear from you! 

Salt Run Creek at Spring Valley Nature Preserve

Salt Run Creek at Spring Valley Nature Preserve | Photo by Kimmie Huynh