Sustainability and Energy Action Plan

GLOSSARY GRANTS PASS SUSTAINABILITY AND ENERGY ACTION PLAN Renewable Energy Renewable energy is energy from sources that are naturally replenished on a human timescale. According to the EPA, sources of renewable energy include wind power, solar power, geothermal technologies, landfill gas, biomass power, and low -impact small hydropower. Renewable Hydrogen Renewable Hydrogen is a liquid fuel alternative that shows promise, particularly when EVs may not be practical, such as for buses and long haul trucking. Resilience Resilience is the ability to bounce back from hardship. In the context of this Plan, thismeans being prepared to meet the needs of the community, both on the individual and the municipal level, in the face of natural disasters such as drought, wildfire, or earthquake. RMA The Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) is a 2021 State Senate Bill measure (OR SB 582) toexpand access to recycling services and upgrade recycling facilities. Sequestration In general, sequestration refers to the taking or isolating of substances or assets. In thecontext of this Plan, carbon sequestration refers to removing carbon from the atmosphere andstoring it in a stable form such as in plants or soil or rock. Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) Southern Oregon Climate Action Now (SOCAN) is an all -volunteer grassroots non - profit organization whose mission is to promote awareness and understanding about the science, causes, and consequences of climate change. SOCAN works with individuals and organizations in Southern Oregon, statewide, nationally, and internationally to advocate for both personal and governmental actions that reduce the emissions and atmospheric concentration of greenhouse gases. Strategic Energy Management (SEM) Program Strategic Energy Management (SEM) is an Energy Trust offering that provides businesses withtools and education to save energy. Participants learn how their business uses energy andidentify where waste is happening. 176