Climate and Energy Action Plan (CEAP)

BY THE NUMBERS Ashland Climate and Ener gy Action Plan: Open House #3 Page | 4 Survey Responses Themes that emerged from responses to the online survey (1 3 respondents) included the following.  Responden ts provided generally positive feedback. In particular, respondents liked that the proposed plan is bold, ambitious, and aggressive .  Respondents expressed a desire to see more specific action items and timelines associated with the plan.  All but one respo ndent (92%) agreed that the City Council should adopt the plan . One respondent said the Council should adopt the plan only on the condition that it includes significant key actions in its first year. Attendee Pledges The figure below shows the types of ple dges and the number of pledges attendees made to take individual actions that would support the CEAP. The most popular pledges (10 to 12 pledges each) were to reduce consumption —buying less stuff, eating less meat, or exploring options to explore utility c onsumption at home. A few attendees also wrote their own custom pledges, which included to shop more locally, explore electric vehicle options, and get more involved with the local council to support the plan. 0 2 4 6 8 10 12Buy less stuff Eat less meat Be more energy and water efficient at home Support local habitat protection/restoration Other (custom pledge) Get more involved in local climate conversations Assemble an emergency kit Bike, walk, or ride the bus 1 or more days a week Participate in a renewable energy program Sign up for Citizen Alert Number of Pledges