b'SustainableSolutions &EnvironmentSUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS & ENVIRONMENT We focus on strategies that preserve and enhance valuable eco-services and resources. When properly preserved and protected, the natural environment contributes to the overall health of the region by filtering water and air, moderating extreme weather events, storing carbon, and protecting valuable topsoil. Actions like Effective clean air programs, to Promote energy efficiency, to Ensure Environmental Justice, to Protect water resources, to Protect the environment and to Encourage eco-friendly design practices.Dayton Regional Green MVRPC Regional Equity Initiative Program Manager,Sustainability Luncheon Fabrice Juin presenting at Dayton Regional Green Sustainability Luncheon.On July 19, 2024 the Dayton Regional Green Sustainability Luncheon was held at Sinclair Community College. ThisFor More Information Scan Or Visit:luncheon brings together sustainability leaders in themvrpc.org/sustainability-resourcesregion to present a style of fast moving presentations known as Pecha Kucha. The speakers at the luncheon spoke on topics like the impacts of forever chemicals like PFAS and building energy-efficient net zero houses and other methods to leveraging new ideas and emphasizing the strengths of our region to bring positive impact to communities. Fabrice Juin, MVRPCs Manager of Regional Equity Programs was selected to share the history of the environmental justice movement and what it means to the region along with projects from MVRPC aligning sustainability for all. To learn more, visit the Dayton Regional Green events page.MVRPC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 21'