Ebensburg Borough is among a select group of high performing municipalities to become certified through the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification program. Ebensburg Borough is recognized at the Gold level of certification for meeting the program’s rigorous performance criteria which track 131 policies and practices that define a sustainable community. The certification is designed for municipalities that are working to save money, conserve resources, and serve vibrant communities… and is implemented statewide, recognizing boroughs,
municipalities, cities, and home rule municipalities across the Commonwealth. In earning the Gold certification, Ebensburg Borough is acknowledged for its progress in such areas as community design and land use, energy efficiency, health and wellness, intergovernmental cooperation, recycling and waste reduction, fiscal controls, and internal management and operations.