Climate and Energy Action Plan (CEAP)

BY THE NUMBERS Ashland Climate and Energy Action Plan: Open House #2 Page | 8 Themes from Public Comment s  Set a mbitiou s goals . Voters favored the most aggressive target, 8 percent reduction per year, and several also pushed for carbon neutrality of both sector - and consumption -based emissions.  Reduce consumption . Though the consumption and waste focus area did not receive the most investment or votes among attende es, many write -in comments touched on the importance of consumption reduction goals and education for residents.  Support vulnerable populations . Commenters noted several strategies, such as weatherizing homes, supporting mental health, or banning shut -off of utilities to those w ho can’t pay bills to help support the populations most vulnerable to climate impacts.  Develop m ore transit options and bike- and pedestrian -friendly infrastructure.  Make this information more widely available . Severa l commenters suggested making open house materials available in other places, such as online through Facebook, in city libraries, etc.