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2017 - States and Regions Climate Actions

Row numberStateCountryRegionPublic?Years disclosedPopulationPopulation yearSectorProgress?Action takenScaleAction descrption
2601Basque CountrySpainEuropeYes2016 and 201721718862016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationThere is a good Bus net implantation in Basque Country with a good degree of implementation of "sole ticket" betwen rail/metro/bus. There are several case studies in wich, changes in the rout parameters, or intermodality (bus/trolley/underground) have increased the public transport.
2602Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015TransportPlannedPrivate Transport: Switch to electric/hybrid vehicles in cars/taxis/government fleetsUnknownA programme is planned to investigate the feasibility of alternative fuels for the government fleet for the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town
2603YucatanMexicoLatin AmericaYes2016 and 201720971752015AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationThe Ministry of Rural Development, seeks to increase Yucatan's local production through the implementation of economic incentives to promote the use of green/ organic fertilizers, adequate infrastructure and equipment for agricultural activities, and provide technical support and capacity building to local producers in sustainable agriculture. Currently managing three main budget programmes in productive innovation; agricultural and agro-industrial development; and food health and safety.
2604North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016FinanceOngoingProvide loans/guarantees for energy efficiency/clean energyComprehensive implementationNo information disclosed
2605Basque CountrySpainEuropeYes2016 and 201721718862016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationGrants to sustainable farming
2606KwaZulu-NatalSouth AfricaAfricaYes2016 and 2017110000002016EnergyOngoingInstall biomass powerLimited implementationDescription on the attached document
2607LombardyItalyEuropeYes2016 and 2017100083492016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.UnknownReduction of energy consumption of machinery through innovative equipment: incentives for investments for the profitability, competitiveness and sustainability for farms and the food industry for purchase of plants, machinery and innovative equipment thet help to reduce energy consumption also through increased efficiency. Incentives to the conservation and carbon sequestration in agricolture and forestry (measures included in the Regional development Program, priority 5, fous area E).
2608Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015BuildingsOngoingIncrease awareness/engage public on energy efficiency/clean energy programsLimited implementationthis is undertaken through education programmes in schools, capacity building events with business and there was also large scale television, radio and print media advertisements when the country was experiencing a significant energy crisis a few years ago.
2609Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015WaterOngoing Install smart water metersLimited implementationThis is being piloted in Western Cape Government buildings, and the feasibility of options are being investigated.
2610QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015EnergyOngoingInstall energy storage systemComprehensive implementationAs part of facilitating 400MW of diversified renewable energy, the Queensland Government will undertake a specific process to secure up to 100MW of energy storage prior to 2020.
2611North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016EnergyOngoingInstall wind power (e.g. onshore, offshore)UnknownNo information disclosed
2612CantabriaSpainEuropeYes2016 and 20175822062016AgriculturePlannedPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementationconnectivity of farming systems with consumers avoiding surpluses and waste
2613QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015WasteOngoingIncrease awareness/engage public on waste reduction/recycling measuresComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government is implementing the Queensland Waste Avoidance and Resource Productivity Strategy (2014 - 2024) to position Queensland as a leader in sustainable waste management and resource recovery, and to protecting the environment while encouraging greater opportunities for the economy. The Queensland Government has undertaken consultation on implementing a lightweight plastic shopping bag ban in Queensland and received over 26,000 submissions from the public.
2614Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015EnergyPlannedInstall energy storage systemUnknownInvestigations around energy storage systems are currently underway.
2615HesseGermanyEuropeYes2016 and 201761761722015TransportPlannedMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationAs being a priority measure in the "Integrated Climate Change Mitigation Plan Hessen 2025", the state Hesse promotes the expansion of the public transport network. The transport supply and the terms of use of transport associations are supposed to be unified.
2616QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015BuildingsOngoingPromote building energy performance rating/certification/benchmarkingComprehensive implementationQueensland supports that National Construction Code which sets out energy performance ratings for residential and commercial houses. The Queensland Government is also supporting the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council's Building Code Energy Efficiency Trajectory Project which will provide an evidence base to guide the adoption of a long-term goal and forward pathway for the energy efficiency provisions in the building code.
2617CataloniaSpainEuropeYes2016 and 201775225962016FinanceOngoing Invest in clean tech R&DComprehensive implementationThere are governmental policies to foster investments in clean tech R&D
2618WalloniaBelgiumEuropeYes201735897442015TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationthere is a roadmap to improve public transport?
2619North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016FinanceOngoingSupport clean tech clustersComprehensive implementationNo information disclosed
2620QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015FinanceOngoingSupport green manufacturingUnknownThe Queensland Government is committed to supporting the state's manufacturing industry which is a major contributor to jobs and the economy. The Advanced Manufacturing Roadmap closely aligns with the newly announced Made In Queensland program, a $20 million state-wide manufacturing program dedicated to supporting Queensland's manufacturing industry. Government will work with local manufacturers to help them to increase their international productivity and competitiveness, and adopt innovative processes and technologies. In addition the Roadmap is investing up to $7.6 million over three years to speed up the state's transition from traditional to advanced manufacturing. The Queensland Advanced Manufacturing 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan (PDF icon 5.6 MB) contains 14 actions which target three key areas to position Queensland as a leader in advanced manufacturing technologies, products, systems and services.
2621QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015GovernanceOngoingCollaborate with national governments in reducing emissions/increasing resilienceLimited implementationThe Queensland Government is working with the Australian Commonwealth Government to meet the Paris Climate Agreement's targets through national processes such as the Council of Australian Government's Energy Council, through the Climate Action Roundtable, he Meeting of Environment Ministers and the National Environment Protection Council.
2622Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015EnergyPlannedInstall natural gas powerUnknownThere is a national natural gas power programme which is not focussing on the Western Cape in its first phase, but may be expanded to the Western Cape Government in later phases.
2623British ColumbiaCanadaNorth AmericaYes2016 and 201747733452016FinanceOngoingTax GHG emissionsComprehensive implementationRevenue Neutral Carbon Tax, at $30 CAD / tonne of fossil fuels purchased or used, covering over 70 per cent of B.C.'s emissions sources. B.C.'s revenue neutral carbon tax applies to the purchase or use of fossil fuels, including: gasoline, diesel, natural gas, coal, propane, and home heating fuel. The carbon tax started at a rate based on $10 per tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions, and rose $5 each year over four years, reaching $30 per tonne in 2012. The revenue generated by this tax is returned to individuals and businesses through reductions in other taxes.
2624La ReunionFranceEuropeYes20178509962016TransportPlannedMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationPublic Transport with specific routes and dedicated lanes and common tickets
2625CataloniaSpainEuropeYes2016 and 201775225962016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationThere are a lot of different actions such as new routes (for example, "bus expres"), or the new bus network in Barcelona, etc
2626QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015WastePlannedInstall anaerobic digestionUnknownNumerous landfills and waste water treatment plants are equipped for biogas capture and the process is slowly making its way into the meat and livestock industry. As a renewable energy resource, biogas is gaining more attention under Australia's new carbon economy. To help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Australian Government is offering a number of financial incentives to support new biogas projects. Queensland is supporting the uptake of biogas projects with an awareness program.
2627North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016EnergyOngoingInstall smart gridsUnknownNo information disclosed
2628QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015EnergyOngoingInstall hydropowerLimited implementationThe Queensland Government will commission a hydro-electric study to assess options for deploying hydro in the state. Upgrade the Burdekin Falls dam and develop the Burdekin Hydro power project.
2629North Rhine-WestphaliaGermanyEuropeYes2016 and 2017178700002015TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)UnknownMunicipal regulation
2630Newfoundland and LabradorCanadaNorth AmericaYes2016 and 20175301282016AgriculturePlannedPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.UnknownNo information disclosed
2631QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015BuildingsPlannedInstall energy efficient lighting systems (e.g. LED, CFL, etc.)Pilot stageThe Queensland Government is participating in the t3 initiative to install LED Lighting in government buildings. www.t3initiative.com.au/
2632QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015TransportOngoing Mass Transit: Promote smart logistics (e.g. real-time information)Comprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government offsers Real-time info is available for bus, train, ferry and tram services in South East Queensland. Real-time information provides accurate predictions for the next services departing from your stop or station. Using real-time info you can check when your next bus, train, ferry or tram is predicted to depart from your stop or station. This means you can make public transport choices based on actual travel time, not just scheduled times, which may vary depending on traffic or weather conditions.
2633AtticaGreeceEuropeYes201738284342011AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementationNo information disclosed
2634Basque CountrySpainEuropeYes2016 and 201721718862016FinanceOngoingSupport clean tech clustersComprehensive implementationThere are grants programs to promote the assotiation in clusters
2635Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015EnergyPlannedInstall smart gridsUnknownthe opportunities around smart grids are being investigated at a municipal level
2636QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015EnergyOngoingEnable net meteringComprehensive implementationElectricity retailers are now offering digital meters to Queensland customers on a voluntary basis. New national metering rules are expected to come into effect on 1 December 2017, making digital meters the standard meter for all customers as part of the National Energy Productivity Plan (NEPP).
2637Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015TransportPlanned Mass Transit: Promote smart logistics (e.g. real-time information)Pilot stageThere are a number of programmes and apps that have been developed to support this, but this is being implemented by the private sector rather than by the public transport service providers themselves.
2638Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015WasteOngoingEstablish waste reduction/recycling planComprehensive implementationWaste reduction / recycling plans will form part of the Integrated Waste Management Plans that need to be developed by all municipalities and the Western Cape Government.
2639Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015TransportOngoingMass Transit: Adopt bus rapid transitComprehensive implementationBus Rapid Transit systems are being implemented in the City of Cape Town and the George municipality. The Western Cape Government has played a role in both of these programmes, but they are managed by the respective municipalities. The provincial Department of Transport and Public Works supports the municipality in the implementation of the programmes and has also provided some funding.
2640QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015TransportOngoingPrivate Transport: Promote alternative fuel  production (e.g. biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen, etc.)Comprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government has established a biofuels mandate. The Liquid Fuel Supply Act 1984 requires the fuel industry to meet targets for the sale of biobased fuels. This biofuels mandate commenced on 1 January 2017. It is a step towards growing our biofuel and bio-manufacturing industries. It provides certainty so the industry can invest, innovate and create jobs as part of a cleaner, greener future for Queensland. A flourishing biofuels industry will also create the foundation for a new high-value bio-manufacturing industry. The Queensland Government has established a biofuels mandate. The Liquid Fuel Supply Act 1984 requires the fuel industry to meet targets for the sale of biobased fuels. This biofuels mandate commenced on 1 January 2017. It is a step towards growing our biofuel and bio-manufacturing industries. It provides certainty so the industry can invest, innovate and create jobs as part of a cleaner, greener future for Queensland. A flourishing biofuels industry will also create the foundation for a new high-value bio-manufacturing industry.
2641DrentheNetherlandsEuropeYes20164886702015FinanceOngoingProvide green mortgagesComprehensive implementationregional program to save energy in households
2642British ColumbiaCanadaNorth AmericaYes2016 and 201747733452016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementation25 per cent increase in conventional bus services across the region; 30 per cent increase in accessible transit services across the region; 13 new or upgraded bus exchanges across the region. Increase frequency of bus services. Introduce new bus service/routes. Upgrade bus exchanges. Procurement of low emission buses (hybrid diesel buses to replace old buses; pilot test of battery buses).
2643BrittanyFranceEuropeYes2016 and 201733103412016AgriculturePlannedPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementation3 orientations of the SRACE (Schéma régional climat air énergie - Climate air energy regional plan) are devoted to agriculture: 1) Disseminate knowledge about the SEG emissions nonenergetic in agriculture. 2) Develop a climate air energy comprehensiv approach in the farms 3) Adapt agriculture and forest at climate change.
2644New York StateUSANorth AmericaYes2016 and 2017197462272014TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Limited implementationState agencies provide various support for smart growth and alternative transportation, e.g., Five Cities Master Plan, Smart Growth grant program, Climate Smart Communities grant program
2645Baja CaliforniaMexicoLatin AmericaYes201731550702010TransportPlannedMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Pilot stagepromote better engineering on routes of transit in cities
2646MinnesotaUSANorth AmericaYes2016 and 201754852382015AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationThe Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program (MAWQCP) is a voluntary opportunity for farmers and agricultural landowners to take the lead in implementing conservation practices that protect our water. MAWQCP certification is a process of assessing every parcel and every crop grown on it for any risks posed to water quality, physical or managerial, on a whole-farm basis. Those who treat all risks will be certified and in turn obtain regulatory certainty for a period of ten years. Regulatory certainty means certified producers are deemed to be in compliance with any new water quality rules or laws during the period of certification. Certified producers may use their status to promote their business as protective of water quality. Producers seeking certification can obtain specially designated technical and financial assistance to implement practices that promote water quality. Through this program, the public receives assurance that certified producers are using conservation practices to protect Minnesota's lakes, rivers and streams.
2647QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015BuildingsOngoingSet/strengthen building energy codes/standardsComprehensive implementationAs part of the National Construction Code and Queensland's implementation under the Queensland Development Code, Queensland will strengthen the building energy codes for residential and commercial housing
2648CataloniaSpainEuropeYes2016 and 201775225962016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementationFarming practices for climate mitigation are eligible for funding under the Rural Development Plan 2014-2020.
2649Northwest TerritoriesCanadaNorth AmericaYes2016 and 2017442042016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Pilot stageThe Northwest Territories has significant issues with food security related to the changing environment. Multiple food security initiatives are underway to increase the sustainability of NWT communities and reduce the costs and emissions associated with imported food sources. Notably, the Northern Farmer Training Institute (NFTI) was established in 2013 to train NWT residents in small scale farming practices. It should be noted that the NWT's agricultural sector is limited to a few hectares of productive agricultural land, small scale individual gardening and some community greenhouses.
2650North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016BuildingsOngoingImprove heating and cooling efficiency (e.g. audits, insulation, white roofs, etc.)Pilot stageNo information disclosed

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