6.A.
Heritage Preservation Commission
- Meeting Date:
- 12/16/2020
- Co-Submitter:
- Nicole Antonopoulos
- From:
- Sara Dechter, AICP, Comprehensive Planning Manager
TITLE:
Climate Emergency Declaration and Carbon Neutrality
A presentation by the Sustainability Division
A presentation by the Sustainability Division
STAFF RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Information Only.
Executive Summary:
A presentation on the Climate Emergency Declaration, a Resolution (Res. 2020-09) adopted by Council on June 23, 2020, which sets the target of community-wide carbon neutrality by the year 2030. Achieving this goal will require sustained and focused commitment, both across the municipal organization and throughout the community at large. The main purpose of the 15-minute presentation is to inform and provide updates on staff’s work including updating the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Staff is happy to remain on the meeting beyond 15-minutes to answer questions and otherwise have a discussion – please moderate the post-presentation time as appropriate for your agenda.
Policy Impact:
Climate action intersects with the work of the Heritage Preservation Commission as they consider projects in the built environment that can contribute to the reduction in emissions related to buildings and vehicles. From embodied emissions in materials to the implementation of energy efficiency measures, the goals of historic preservation standards and climate action are regularly aligned.