Climate Action & Adapatation Plan
A bold plan for a resilient future
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Tucson's Climate Roadmap
Why it matters: Tucson's Climate Action and Adaptation Plan sets the course for addressing climate change, focusing on carbon neutrality and community resilience. This comprehensive strategy aims to mitigate environmental impacts and adapt to the changing climate, prioritizing equity and justice.
Context:
Background: Following the 2020 Climate Emergency Declaration, Tucson committed to achieving carbon neutrality for city operations by 2030 and community-wide by 2045. This plan, developed through extensive data analysis and community engagement, outlines the path to these goals.
Plan Highlights: The plan identifies key strategies across several focus areas, including governance, energy, transportation, community resilience, and resource recovery. It emphasizes the disproportionate impact of climate change on marginalized communities and integrates their voices and needs into the planning process.
Go deeper: The plan includes 24 strategies and 123 actions, such as creating a Climate Action Team, partnering with local utilities to promote renewable energy, and developing resilience hubs. These initiatives aim to reduce emissions, promote sustainable practices, and enhance community preparedness for climate-related emergencies.
Who's it for: This document is essential for City Managers, Sustainability Coordinators, Urban Planners, and Community Leaders. It provides a strategic framework for local governments and organizations to collaborate on effective climate action and resilience-building efforts.
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