Building a Sustainable Future—Together

The City of Stoughton is proud to announce the adoption of its first-ever Sustainability Action Plan, a bold and community-led roadmap for a healthier, more resilient, and equitable future. This plan is the result of over a year of collaboration between residents, city staff, local organizations, and expert partners—and it reflects what makes Stoughton special: a deep commitment to community and a shared vision for progress.

Our Mission

The Stoughton Sustainability Committee works to ensure that Stoughton meets the needs of today without compromising the ability of future generations to thrive. We focus on the long-term impact of actions and policies on our community’s environmental, social, and economic health. As a committee, we:

1. Evaluate progress toward the Sustainability Action Plan annually to guide the policies and efforts of city departments, committees, and commissions.

2. Collaborate with city staff to generate an annual report that measures progress against benchmarks established in the Green Tier Legacy Communities program and selected for their alignment with the Sustainability Action Plan.

3. Identify and collaborate with local and regional partners to promote sustainability efforts, including community outreach.

What We’ve Accomplished

Adopted the City’s First Sustainability Action Plan (2024)

Developed through extensive community engagement—including surveys, focus groups, and public workshops—the plan outlines practical, high-impact strategies across energy, transportation, water, waste, land use, and community health.

Joined the Green Tier Legacy Communities Program (2024)

As a new member of this voluntary statewide network led by the Wisconsin DNR, Stoughton now has access to technical support, funding opportunities, and a peer network of communities working toward shared sustainability goals.

Laid the Groundwork for Action in 2025 and beyond!

From LED streetlight upgrades to food composting pilot programs, Stoughton is already putting the plan into motion