Overview
While we plan, grow and manage the fastest-growing transportation system in the nation, sustainability remains at the forefront of our decision-making. Our definition of sustainability is holistic - accounting for environmental, social and economic considerations, while also prioritizing community resilience and equity. Our Moving Beyond Sustainability (MBS) strategic plan is the manifestation of our commitment to sustainability, outlining a comprehensive sustainability strategy for the next 10 years - and beyond.
This dashboard communicates progress on measurable targets and timebound performance metrics across the seven overarching categories of MBS. Per the plan, we have committed to formally reporting out our progress on the targets, strategies and actions laid out in MBS every two years.
The dashboard also communicates annual performance on a set of industry-standard sustainability metrics required under the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Sustainability Commitment. As a founding signatory, we report annually on normalized performance metrics covering the areas of operational efficiency, air quality, climate, energy, waste and water. The 2024 APTA Sustainability Performance Report can be viewed here.
Sustainability reporting provides crucial data to inform our decision-making, helping us identify opportunities to implement meaningful programs and projects that increase access to opportunity, reduce disparities, foster vibrant communities, improve public health, drive economic development and improve the quality of life for all. This year marks the 16th year of Metro's annual sustainability reporting, and this Sustainability Performance dashboard serves as an update to over a decade of reporting through Metro's Energy and Resource Reports. This data-forward, highly adaptive and responsive reporting environment provides our patrons, stakeholders and the general public with a clear, interactive and accessible view of our performance and progress.
We invite you to explore this dashboard and to join us as we work to build a more sustainable, resilient and prosperous LA County. For best user experience, please view dashboard in full screen mode.
Message from Stephanie Wiggins,
Metro Chief Executive Officer
When we launched Moving Beyond Sustainability (MBS) in 2020, we made a bold commitment: to lead Los Angeles County toward a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future. Five years later, that commitment is stronger than ever - and our progress shows what's possible when vision meets action.
Metro has already reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 68% since 2017, and we remain on track to achieve a 79% reduction by 2030. We have also cut nitrogen oxides by 92% and particulate matter by nearly 74%, demonstrating that cleaner air and better mobility can go hand in hand. Across our facilities, we're using less water and energy, expanding onsite renewable generation, and achieving LEED certification in over 15 buildings — clear markers of an agency that's building smarter, not just bigger.
These achievements are not the end point — they're a foundation. As Los Angeles prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Metro is redefining what a world- class, climate-ready transit agency looks like. We're embedding climate adaptation into every aspect of our planning and operations, investing in our workforce, and partnering across the region to deliver a transportation system that is not only cleaner, but more inclusive and more resilient.
The challenges ahead are real - from fiscal pressures to the evolving climate - but they are matched by opportunity. Metro's leadership, innovation, and commitment to people will continue to drive our success. Together, we are shaping a future where sustainable mobility is not just an aspiration, but a way of life for every Angeleno.
How to Navigate This Section
- MBS performance is broken out into seven category pages covering target performance and program highlights. These pages can be accessed through the navigation menu at the top of each page by clicking on the "hamburger" stack underneath the Metro logo.
- Program Highlights on the left-hand side of category pages feature multiple story narratives. You can sift through the highlights by clicking on the numerical buttons just above the narratives.
- Target Performance is available on the right-hand side, providing both narrative description and visual accompaniments (e.g., graphs, diagrams). Each target is contained within an accordion-like section that can be expanded by clicking on the arrows adjacent to targets.
Moving Beyond Sustainability (MBS)
2024 Performance Summary
- Reduce potable water use by 22% from the 2030 Business as Usual scenario.38.9% Reduction from 2024 BAU
On track for achievement (ahead of schedule) - Increase runoff infiltration and capture capacity for stormwater by 15% from 2022 baseline levels.156.4% Increase from 2022 Baseline
On track for achievement (ahead of schedule)
- Reduce annual operational solid waste disposal 24% from 2030 Business as Usual scenario.10.7% Reduction from 2024 BAU
Behind schedule and requires additional action - Achieve 50% landfill diversion rate for operational waste.139.9% Diversion from Landfill
In progress, but requires additional action - Achieve 85% construction landfill diversion rate.87.9% Diversion from Landfill
On track for achievement
- Achieve LEED Silver certification for all new facilities over 10,000 square feet, and achieve Envision certification where LEED is not applicable.15 LEED Silver and Gold certifications achieved and 8 in progress as of 2024
On track for achievement (ongoing) - Design and build 100% of capital projects to CALGreen Tier 2 standards.19 projects participating in Engagement Team process in pursuit of CALGreen Tier 2
On track for achievement (ongoing) - Complete Sustainable Acquisition Program training implementation and develop 2030 program targets for annual sustainable acquisition spend by 2022.Agency-wide roll-out by December 2025
On track for achievement (behind schedule)
- Reduce energy consumption by 17% at facilities from the 2030 Business as Usual scenario.23.8% Reduction from 2024 BAU
On track for achievement (ahead of schedule) - Increase onsite renewable energy generation to 7.5 MW2.6 MW Onsite Renewable Capacity
Behind schedule and requires additional action
- Displace 903,000 MTCO2e annually.11,134,595 MTCO2e Displaced
On track for achievement - Reduce total GHG emissions by 79% from 2017 baseline.67.9% Reduction from 2017 Baseline
On track for achievement - Reduce total nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions 54% from 2018 baseline.92.2% Reduction from 2018 Baseline
On track for achievement (ahead of schedule) - Reduce total particulate matter (PM) emissions 62% from 2018 baseline.73.6% Reduction from 2018 Baseline
On track for achievement (ahead of schedule)
- Identify all acute shocks or stressors for critical and/or vulnerable areas at or near Metro infrastructure by 2025.1,341 assets evaluated for risk level across 6 types of climate hazards.
Target achieved - Implement the flexible adaptation pathways concept to incorporate climate adaptation into planning, procurement, asset management and operations by 2025.48 department representatives engaged in All Hazard Mitigation planning and adaptation implementation
Target achieved - Prioritize improvements to locations, facilities, infrastructure, equipment and operations to reduce risk.37% of evaluated stations received increased appearance scores and 57% received increased functionality scores in Q4 2024 (from Q3 2024).
On track for achievement (ongoing)
- Review job classifications on a regular basis and eliminate obsolete requirements that create barriers to career advancement.100% of Job Classifications Reviewed
Target achieved - Recruit employees from diverse sources, including vocational schools, community colleges, groups supporting formerly incarcerated persons and organizations supporting persons with disabilities and older adults.4.6% of Total Hires Agency-Wide were Veteran Hires between 2023 and 2024
On track for achievement (ongoing) - Achieve triennial DEOD contracting goals related to small, disadvantaged and veteran-owned businesses.12.2% SBE Participation achieved in 2024
8.3.% DBE Participation achieved in 2024
1.2% DVBE Participation achieved in 2024
In progress, but requires additional action
- if the target pertains to an ongoing activity (e.g., "displace emissions annually") that is being achieved;
- if the target has a 2030 milestone (i.e., baseline or BAU reduction) and if Metro's progress indicates that it is ahead or on schedule; or
- if the target has an activity that is certain to be completed, even if its achievement falls after its committed time boundary.
Notes:
1The methodology for displaced greenhouse gas emissions was updated in 2024 due to updated guidance that better accounts for present-day transportation modes, such as ride-hailing/rideshare services.