Climate and Energy Action Plan (CEAP)

GOALS AND TARGETS The plan’s overarching goals and targets focus on addressing climate change risks by reducing Ashland’s emissions of climate pollution (“climate mitigation”) and preparing the city for unavoidable impacts (“climate adaptation”): Reduce Ashland’s contribution to global carbon pollution by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with City, residential, commercial, and industrial activities. For the Ashland community: Reduce overall Ashland community greenhouse gas emissions by 8% on average every year to 2050. For City of Ashland operations: Attain carbon neutrality in City operations by 2030, and reduce fossil fuel consumption by 50% by 2030 and 100% by 2050. Prepare the city’s communities, systems, and resources to be more resilient to climate change impacts.ASHLAND’S CLIMATE VISION FOR 2050 IS TO BE A RESILIENT COMMUNITY THAT HAS ZERO NET GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS, EMBRACES EQUITY, PROTECTS HEALTHY ECOSYSTEMS, AND CREATES OPPORTUNITIES FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. 1 2 050,000100,000150,000200,000250,000300,000350,000400,000 20102 0152 0202 0252 0302 0352 0402 0452 050GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS, METRIC TO NS Sector -based emissions Consumption-b ased emissionsBusiness-as-usualSTRATEGIC INITIATIVES The following overarching strategic initiatives were identified to guide the strategies and actions presented in this plan. While the strategies and actions in this plan are organized by focus areas such as Buildings and Energy, Transportation and Land Use, and Natural Systems, these initiatives cut across these focus areas to emphasize synergistic and integrated solutions for addressing climate in Ashland. • Transition to clean energy. • Maximize conservation of water and energy. • Support climate-friendly land use and management. • Reduce consumption of carbon-intensive goods and services. • Inform and work with residents, organizations, and government. • Lead by example. 10 ASHLAND CLIMATE & ENERGY ACTION PLANEXECUTIVE SUMMARY