Our county and cities must take bold action to reduce GHG emissions and enable a safer, more equitable future—including climate, housing, transportation and land-use policies.
Estimates suggest that cities are responsible for 75 percent of global emissions. With more than 60 percent of the US population living in cities, there is urgency and opportunity in focusing on local solutions.
Our Local Climate Policy Team educates city and county decision makers about best practices. We advocate for new policies and organize the local community to support the changes
needed.
Take a survey (5-8 minutes) to help the City of Pinole learn how residents, visitors, and businesses can work together to transition from single-use plastic bags and food-ware. There are two surveys—one for business owners and one for residents/visitors.
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Polluters Pay Initiative Will Tax Refinery—In June, the Richmond City Council unanimously voted to put a refinery tax—known as the Polluters Pay Initiative—on the November ballot. This initiative is the …
The federal ruling on Berkeley’s ban of gas hookups won’t stop paths to an electric future. Read about 4 Ways to Build an Electric Future, Post Berkeley Ruling.
Claims for “natural” gas as a sensible, necessary “transition fuel” in the shift away from fossil fuels are simply false. The future is all electric.
What does it take to get a strong policy or ordinance in place in your jurisdiction?
There are several elements, but the key is YOU and your voice.
You don’t need to be a policy expert—you just need enthusiasm for making positive change happen. Advocating at the local level is not like lobbying in Washington, DC. Policy makers live and work in your community, and they’re open to engaging with constituents like you.
To find out more, please get in touch!
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