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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClimate Action Plan power pointIowa City Climate Action and Adaptation Plan tr L -may sown crtv (�':^'.'Ii�Z� CLIMATE ACTION Creating a more livable, TODAY equitable& resilient tomorrow CITY OF IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE Overview of Discussion • Introduction • Plan Contents • Next Steps • Discussion it L II Ly CLIMATE S� Hyl®ia� ACTION Crea Dsing a more livable, TO�AY�,..� egnitobl,&resiHenttomorrow CITY OF IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE Introduction • Iowa City's timeline of taking action on climate • Planning Process Recap t f � ,owes./__ art, CLIMATE l"" ACTION - Creating a more livable, TODAY equitable eb resilient tomorrow CITY OF IOWA CITY UNESCO C1 TY OF UTERATURE Timeline October 2007: August 2009: Mayor Wilburn Iowa City signs U.S. Mayors' completes GHG Cimate Protection Inventory Agreement (1 st in Iowa) 1 1 I February 2016: Mayor Throgmorton signs the Compact of Mayors March 2016: Iowa City receives 4 STAR certification but shows a need to focus on Climate and Energy December 2016: Iowa City sets emissions reduction target 2014 2015 2016 January 2017: Iowa City appoints Steering Committee for climate plan process February 2008: November 2014: May 2017 — June 2018: City Council agrees to Mayor Hayek signs Development of Iowa City participate in "Cities updated US Climate Climate Action and for Climate Protection Protection Adaptation Plan Campaign" agreement Timeline October 2007: August 2009: Mayor Wilburn Iowa City signs U.S. Mayors' completes GHG Cimate Protection Inventory Agreement (1 at in Iowa) 1 1 t February 2008: City Council agrees to participate in "Cities for Climate Protection Campaign" • 2025 Goal: Reduce emissions by 26-28% • 2050 Goal: Reduce emissions by 80% February 2016: Mayor Throgmorton signs the Compact of Mayors March 2016: Iowa City receives 4 STAR certification but shows a need to focus on Climgjg.apd_Energy December 2016: Iowa City sets emissions reduction target 2014 2O,S November 2014: Mayor Hayek signs updated US Climate Protection agreement January 2017: Iowa City appoints Steering Committee for climate plan process May 2017 — June 2018: Development of Iowa City Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Planning Process Recap • 9 Steering Committee Meetings • 2 Community Meetings* • Stakeholder interviews (internal & external) • Survey: 800 respondents • Research + integration with existing city services and departmental work Planning Process Recap • Goal: Identify set of actions that when implemented, will achieve Iowa City's emission targets CU MATE K -TION MM r> ctls U� Plan Contents • 5 action areas • Can Iowa City reach its emissions reduction targets? � f r IOWA CITY.�MIT T CLIMATE ACTION Crealnrg a mare livable, TODAY quilable � riGenl lonmrraw CITY OF IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY OF UTERATURE 0 Taking Action: uildings Buildings — Taking Action • 1.1 *Increase energy efficiency in residences • 1.2 *Increase energy efficiency in businesses • 1.3* Increase energy efficiency in new buildings • 1.4 *Increase on-site renewable energy systems and electrification • 1.5 Initiate community solar projects • 1.6 Support energy benchmarking tools • 1.7 *Continue to increase energy efficiency in city -owned buildings Top: Air sealing to prevent leaks Bottom: Adding insulation to prevent heat loss s I a Taking Action: Transportation Transportation — Taking Action Top: Bike parking at the library Bottom: Mass transit riders • 2.1 *Increase use of mass transit syste m • 2.2 *Embrace electric vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, and other emerging technologies • 2.3 *Increase bicycle and pedestrian transportation • 2.4 *Increase compact and contiguous development • 2.5 *Increase employee commuter options • 2.6 Manage parking options • 2.7 Reduce the city's vehicle emission footprint D Taking Action: Waste Waste — Taking Action • 3.1 Increase recycling at multifamily properties • 3.2 Increase composting of organics • 3.3 Increase waste -source reduction • 3.4 Establish partnerships to divert construction waste from landfill • 3.5 Reduce waste at city facilities • 3.6 Create a comprehensive waste management plan • 3.7 *Complete a feasibility study to capture methane from wastewater operations • 3.8 *Complete a feasibility study to generate energy from landfill methane Picture: Recycle bins promote reducing what we send to landfill Adaptation — Taking Action Picture: Ralston Creek • 4.1 Conduct a vulnerable populations asset mapping exercise • 4.2 *Develop communications and outreach plan for vulnerable populations • 4.3 *Analyze climate -related public health impacts in Iowa City • 4.4 *Coordinate extreme weather preparedness planning with local agencies • 4.5 *Assess citywide and neighborhood stormwater management • 4.6 Expand Iowa City's tree canopy 4 Taking Action: Sustainable Lifestyle Sustainable Lifestyle — Taking Action • 5.1 Encourage a plant -rich diet • 5.2 Expand community gardens and access to healthy local foods • 5.3 Encourage the purchase of local products and responsible purchasing • 5.4 Create funding mechanisms to support community -wide climate action • 5.5 Incorporate this climate plan into the City's sustainability communications • 5.6 Initiate a green recognition program • 5.7 Develop internal city sustainability operations guide Top: Kids watering a garden Bottom: Aerial view of community garden in Iowa City With these actions, can Iowa City reach its targets? October 2007: August 2009: Mayor Wilburn Iowa City signs U.S. Mayors' completes GHG Cimate Protection Inventory Agreement (1 at in Iowa) 1 1 t February 2008: City Council agrees to participate in "Cities for Climate Protection Campaign" • 2025 Goal: Reduce emissions by 26-28% • 2050 Goal: Reduce emissions by 80% February 2016: Mayor Throgmorton signs the Compact of Mayors March 2016: Iowa City receives 4 STAR certification but shows a need to focus on Climgjg.apd_Energy December 2016: Iowa City sets emissions reduction target 2014 2O7S November 2014: Mayor Hayek signs updated US Climate Protection agreement January 2017: Iowa City appoints Steering Committee for climate plan process May 2017 — June 2018: Development of Iowa City Climate Action and Adaptation Plan 2025 goal: Reduce 2005 -level emissions by 26-28% 1,600,000 1,400,000 1,200,000 1,000,000 800,000 600,000 400,000 200,000 199,712 ■ ■ Increase ■ Decrease Total (800,149) (147,239) (15,656) (1,900) (1,392) (3,260) a" 5a cc, x 0ya a � i\ac 3a J Qo a � J� (1,900) (1,392) (3,260) 500,703 (14,580) a" 5a cc, x a D J a � V aca o° a o� 4} 5Q wa Ac 500,703 (14,580) o J aca 4} wa �a" 2050 goal: Reduce 2005 -level emissions by 80% 2,000,000 1,800,000 1,600,000 1,400,000 1,200,000 1,000,000 800,000 600,000 400,000 200,000 544,712 ■ Increase ■ Decrease MI Total (241,167) (166,496) (8,147) (17,503) - 256,283 (97,275) (20,902) z D �c �aqY � Q°r c" ��a Next Steps • Final edits to plan • Community Meeting #2 • On to implementation! • Other related documents • Community Toolkit • Iowa City Adaptation Report • Implementation Tracking Tool IOWA CITY CLIMATE ACTION Crealnrg a mare livable, TODAY quilable� mihmf lonmrraw � f r CITY OF IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY OF UTERATURE Community Meeting —July 11th i WEDNESDA" JULIA Climate Action Plan COMMUNITY INPUT MEETING �h 6 p.m.. Meeting Room A Iowa City Public Library ICGOV.ORG/CLIMATEACTION Iowa City Climate Pledge TODAY I pledge to do my best to: IPlease check all that apply) Energy: Improve energy efficiency in my home and use energy wisely Transportation: Reduce car trips per week by choosing to combine trips or get there by walking, biking, carpooling, or using mass transit. Waste: Reduce what I throw away by increasing my recycling, composting, re -using, re -purposing, and the purchasing of more durable goods—or not purchasing it in the first place) Adaptation: Establish a household emergency plan for floods, heat emergencies and other natural disasters. Sustainable Lifestyle: Support my local economy by shopping closer to home, eating more locally produced food, gardening and/or participating In CSA's and farmers markets. Signature: Date:_ ---------------------------------------- �.,a.� ., ---------------------------------------- 1 want to be an Iowa City Climate All-Starl In addition to my Iowa aty almste Pladga, l will. (please check all that apply) H Energy: Since Iowa City is a community where nearly all electricity will be generated by wind, I will consider switching from gas to electric when replacing appliances and systems in my home. Transportation: Consider a low or zero -emissions vehicle the next time I purchase (or rent) a car. A Waste: Promote less waste by composting, buying second hand, sharing, and repairing. YYi Adaptation: Take note of the most vulnerable people in my immediate neighborhood and commit to checking in on them in times of emergencies and making sure they have the information they need to stay safe and healthy. ii Sustainable Lifestyle: Commit to eating a planFnch diet for the majority of my meals. Add your own: Signature' Date:_ Other Documents — Community Toolkit Iowa City Climate Action and Adaptation Plan - Fact Sheet What is Climate Change? Taking Climate Action: At Home A. Checklist for Climate Action around the Home B. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Calculator C. Postcard "Guide to a Climate Friendly Diet" Taking Climate Action: At Work A. Checklist for Climate Action Around the EUSI11e SS Clean Energy Resources A. Energy Efficiency Resources B. Renewable Energy Resources C. Alternative Fuel Vehicles ■ Activities for K-12 Students 0 Iowa City Resources Checklist for Climate Action Around the Home Fighting climate change requires everyone to contribute by taking action in their homes with small changes. Here are some suggestions of how you can help right now! Energy: Unplug electronics and tum off lights when not in use or use a power strip. Replace old lightbulbs with LEDs that use less energy and last longer. Replace refrigerators and other appliances with those labeled ENERGY STAR& Determine how much electricity you can save by plugging devices into an electricity usage monitor. Adjust your thermostat in the winter to 68 degrees during the day and lower while asleep or away from home. In the summer, keep your home warmer while away and 78 degrees only when you are at home. Install a programmable thermostat for more savings. Only run the dishwasher with a full load and only do full loads of laundry. Take shorter showers and/or install a low -8 Ensure that your home is properly insulate Consider installing a solar thermal system Take advantage of your utility's energy eff Wash clothes in cold water and hang out Transportation: Checklist for Climate blic bike, ransit or ca kmberr singled "off-thendlinewfng Around the Reducedthe of stination ties and actionable BUSjne55 ss an AvoidUse �dl ng you ur most efficientvehicle fors long peniod save money! Take a ooitems kusinesses can imPle Energy; Buy a more efficient or aheg alive fuel Food: ue P oaudi�t� identify sfnlhmark energy Consume foods which are room local! r pen pPPoortm^hies for energy Join a Community eOn Install g to c Pare s� RedEat restaurants tharap1eatu Towleet 85 d�In I mance turn system rase Your thermostat uce of aa^ the carbon impact of food c a s� attO down 0 la 'mesaagrees Waste: Buy items that hourand 185 the winter, et your hI S Pica light u bs w'th ED only are necessary clothes and r and install5 orOffafter rstnR 9 � ReduDonatce junk mail by asking toused be for min�ut or each desk where e s. hei Poc a ENE Ke Opt -in electronic billing stateme Ensure Ow, a d dooaR&certified equipment. on" electronics that Take your own bags (e.g., cloth) t Trans Your 0 ice spaceclos fie^ heating of air Portatio encourage Avoid uying ucts in ing[ spacks e d. walking. Buy inbulko avvoid extra i Use eeconfere muting hbOu9h biking eusinoonditioning Reduce purchases of disposable e. olive �?rPoohn9roperly Other Documents — Adaptation Report C O L M 00 i At engagement Within 1 year Within 2 years IIIS?iITtIM4 11 GPC inventory ' GPC inventory GMG reduction target Har.rrds rrporting M Nazardsreporbw Vulnerability assessment Within 3 years Other Documents — Tracking Tool • Design in progress • Tool to aid in tracking progress for every action • Establishes set of metrics (and their sources) • Can be used to build annual reports Discussion Thank you. Lindy Wordlaw, Elevate Energy IOWA CITY CLIMATE ACTION Crealnrg a mare livable, TODAY quilable� mihmf lomur"m � f r CITY OF IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY OF UTERATURE