Environmental Advisory Council

Purpose

The EAC is an advisory council that focuses on environmental issues that directly and indirectly affect the Township and its residents. Among the EAC’s monthly tasks are the review of current development plans and discussion of other current or anticipated issues. These issues include waste collection, recycling (batteries, leaves, cardboard, medicine), Tree City USA (since 1998), Arbor day, World Wide day of Play, and the Bird Town Pennsylvania program. For the past several years, the EAC has been airing the EAC hour every day at 6 am and 6 pm on the government access cable channel.

The EAC’s reviews translate into recommendations on the environmental protection standards regarding submitted plans. These comments, in accordance with Township ordinances, are then submitted to the Planning Commission and Township Supervisors to be addressed as part of the overall review of a development project. At the request of the Township Supervisors, or in response to relevant opportunities, the EAC provides advice to the Township Supervisors. This advice may include letters of comment on various environmental issues, reports of progress or proposed action, reviews, evaluation of land development ordinances being written or revised, and the outcome of joining with other Township officials for special events and programs.

Resources

• Bird Town Pennsylvania
• Spotted Lanternfly Information: Department of Agriculture, Penn State Extension
• Lyme Disease and Ticks: Lyme Disease Brochure, PA Lyme Resource Network

Meetings

Meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Conference Room at the Doylestown Township Municipal Building.

Members

Invasive Plant Info. Cards

Climate Action Plan

At Doylestown Township, sustainability and environmental responsibility are essential values that guide our operations and long-term planning. On June 17, 2025, the Board of Supervisors took a step forward by adopting the Doylestown Township Climate Action Plan (CAP), developed by the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC). This plan builds upon the Township’s 2020 commitment to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and 100% renewable energy for all uses by 2050—a goal aligned with the Sierra Club’s “Ready for 100” initiative.

The Climate Action Plan reflects the Township’s commitment to leadership, innovation, and community collaboration in addressing climate change. It identifies key strategies across four action areas: Advocate, Legislate, Educate, and Monitor. These strategies are designed to support a transition from greenhouse gas-emitting energy sources to sustainable, green infrastructure.

Some highlights of the plan include:

• Advocating for increased use of renewable energy sources across municipal and residential sectors
• Promoting the use of electric landscaping equipment and energy-efficient appliances
• Recommending policies and programs that encourage energy conservation and sustainability
• Educating residents and businesses on climate-friendly practices and energy efficiency
• Monitoring emerging technologies and climate data to inform Township decisions on resilience and adaptation

This forward-looking plan is a roadmap and by working together with residents, local organizations, and regional partners, Doylestown Township is taking meaningful steps to ensure a healthier, more resilient future for generations to come.

Read Doylestown Township’s Climate Action Plan

On October 18, 2023 the Doylestown Township EAC, in conjunction with DelVal One Health, presented as part of the community engagement process about climate action planning at the local level.

CAP Presentation Slides

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