- High number of traffic fatalities and severe injuries, particularly for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Limited right-of-way in some areas.
- Balancing the needs of all road users (pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and drivers).
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 560.0K metric tons (Metro government operations in 2017); 11.4 million metric tons (community-wide in 2017) |
| 2008-06 to 2009-04 | 14.4 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (2005) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Implementing Green Streets strategies to reduce stormwater runoff and urban heat islands, while supporting increased habitat and biodiversity.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce the city's drive-alone rate from 79% to 70% by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce the city's drive-alone rate to 54% by 2035
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries by 2050 (Vision Zero)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
SafetySustainabilityEquityAccessibility