by dev2 | Jun 28, 2023 | Specific Climate Planning Actions
Public Communications. It is beneficial for any kind of organization to let its public know of worthwhile activities in which it is involved. A city becoming involved in climate planning and action should initiate and maintain such an activity so as to garner the...
by dev2 | Jun 28, 2023 | Specific Climate Planning Actions
Power Generation and Acquisition (Green Power). 1. Conduct an inventory of all locations within the city where increased renewable energy generators, and energy storage, can be achieved:underutilized open spaces, brownfields, rooftops and parking areas of large...
by dev2 | Jun 28, 2023 | Specific Climate Planning Actions
Planning, Zoning and Land Use.1. Cities need to change and update their previously stated planning goals and practices to reduce the current and future impacts of climate change (adaptation). They need as well to join other cities around the world in committing to...
by dev2 | Jun 28, 2023 | Specific Climate Planning Actions
Munis. “Munis” are municipal utilities providing electric power – and sometimes gas – to a specific city. Sometimes known as Municipal Light Plants (MLPs). It may be operated as a City department, or by a separate elected or appointed board. If your city...
by dev2 | Jun 28, 2023 | Specific Climate Planning Actions
Legislation. 1. Adopt a carbon-reduction ordinance for existing buildings to require energy benchmarking and carbon performance of existing buildings over a certain size, such as 20,000 s.f. of building area. Require multi-family buildings to reduce fossil fuel usage...
by dev2 | Jun 28, 2023 | Specific Climate Planning Actions
Investment Policies and Practices. Urge that your City government divest itself of ownership of stock in fossil fuel-based companies. “Six Additional Cities Pledge to Divest From Fossil Fuel Companies and Invest in Climate Solutions” www.c40.org 10/26/21 . The 6...
