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2017 - States and Regions Climate Actions

Row numberStateCountryRegionPublic?Years disclosedPopulationPopulation yearSectorProgress?Action takenScaleAction descrption
2651North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016BuildingsOngoingPromote building energy performance rating/certification/benchmarkingLimited implementationNo information disclosed
2652Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015WastePlannedInstall anaerobic digestionUnknownThe feasibility of options is being investigated at the municipal level. A pilot project has been implemented at one of the research farms (Department of Agriculture) but there have been some significant challenges in the running of the facility.
2653Helsinki-UusimaaFinlandEuropeYes2016 and 201716382932016BuildingsOngoingInstall more efficient luminaires in streetlights/traffic lights (e.g. LED)Limited implementationChange to LED lighting has been started.
2654Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Limited implementationThere are a number of improvements currently being implemented and planned for bus services around the province, but these are predominantly managed by the municipality.
2655Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015GovernanceOngoingCollaborate with other states/regions in reducing emissions/increasing resiliencLimited implementationThe Western Cape Government has bilateral agreements with the regions of Bavaria and Upper Austria, which include climate change programmes. The Western Cape is also a member of the Climate Group and has signed up to the Under2MoU
2656Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015BuildingsOngoingImprove heating and cooling efficiency (e.g. audits, insulation, white roofs, etc.)Comprehensive implementationThis is being undertaken by both the private and the public sector in their buildings, through programmes that undertake audits and support implementation. the Western Cape Government is undertaking a an extensive resource efficiency programme with its hospitals, office buildings, research farms and department of agriculture buildings and work is underway to implement energy efficiency in schools as well.
2657NavarraSpainEuropeYes20176406472016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationNo information disclosed
2658North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016EnergyOngoingPromote demand-side management programsUnknownNo information disclosed
2659Newfoundland and LabradorCanadaNorth AmericaYes2016 and 20175301282016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Pilot stagePublic transit provider recently completed planning exercise; expansion plans to suburban areas being piloted
2660QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015TransportOngoingPrivate Transport: Set/strengthen fuel economy standards for cars/trucksComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government supports implementing stronger fuel economy standards under the Commonwealth Government's Ministerial Forum on Vehicle Emissions.
2661Helsinki-UusimaaFinlandEuropeYes2016 and 201716382932016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementationFarmers environmental actions are rewarded with extra funding from farm subsides.
2662Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015GovernanceOngoingSupport businesses in reducing emissions/increasing resiliencePilot stageCurrently piloting a programme to engage with businesses around the installation of solar PV and other opportunities for businesses.
2663Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015WastePlannedInstall landfill gas management/landfill gas to energyUnknownThe feasibility of options are being investigated.
2664QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015TransportOngoingPrivate Transport: Increase awareness/engage public on private transport measuresComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government increases awareness on private transport measures.
2665QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015WasteOngoingAdopt source separation policies (e.g. collection for dry recyclables, organic compostable waste, etc.)Comprehensive 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.
2666CaliforniaUSANorth AmericaYes2016 and 2017392000002016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementationThe California Department of Food and Agriculture appropriated $7.5 million in FY 2016-17 to develop and administer the Healthy Soils Incentives Program. This is a new incentive and demonstration program on the California Healthy Soils Initiative from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The program's objective is to build soil carbon and reduce agricultural greenhouse gas emissions. For more information, visit: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/healthysoils/ The State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) provides financial assistance in the form of grants to implement irrigation systems that reduce greenhouse gases and save water on California agricultural operations. See more at: https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/sweep/
2667QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015TransportOngoingPrivate Transport: Set low-carbon fuel standardUnknownThe 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.
2668QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015FinanceOngoing Invest in clean tech R&DComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government supports scientific research by funding projects, collaborative arrangements, skills development and facilities, which in turn helps to attract and keep world-class researchers in Queensland. We also ensure the appropriate regulatory mechanisms are in place, and provide information and support to help the commercialisation of Queensland science. Discoveries by Queensland researchers have social and environmental benefits. The knowledge gained through scientific research helps policy makers and industry respond to global challenges in the areas of health and medicine, food and fibre production, mining, and major environment issues such as climate change. The Queensland Government is supporting the 2017 Global Business Challenge where university students must find solutions for renewable energy technologies. Advance Queensland is investing in our future by harnessing innovation to strengthen and diversify the economy and create jobs.
2669Australian Capital TerritoryAustraliaAsia PacificYes2016 and 20174000002016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationTransport for Canberra strategy.
2670JamtlandSwedenEuropeYes2016 and 20171280002016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationWe support farmers biogas production
2671Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015BuildingsPlannedPromote building energy performance rating/certification/benchmarkingUnknownNo information disclosed
2672QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015WasteOngoingInstall municipal recycling points or centers (for residents or businessesUnknownQueensland has a number of municipal recycling points or centers (for residents or businesses)
2673Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015BuildingsOngoingInstall energy efficient lighting systems (e.g. LED, CFL, etc.)Comprehensive implementationThis is being implemented in all Western Cape Government office buildings as the buildings are currently being renovated and modernised.
2674QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015BuildingsOngoingInstall solar electricityComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government has a target of one million rooftops or 3,000 megawatts of solar photovoltaics in Queensland by 2020. This will help lower electricity costs for families and businesses, create jobs and protect the environment. Queensland supports the implementation of the Commonwealth's Renewable Energy Target (RET). The Large-scale Renewable Energy Target, which encourages investment in renewable power stations to achieve 33 000 gigawatt hours of additional renewable electricity generation by 2020, and the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme, which supports small-scale installations like household solar panels and solar hot water systems.
2675GujaratIndiaAsia PacificYes2016 and 2017600000002011FinanceOngoingInvest in clean tech R&DLimited implementationVarious State and Central Government institutions are working on R&D of Demand Side Management and Energy Efficiency
2676North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016BuildingsOngoingInstall more efficient luminaires in streetlights/traffic lights (e.g. LED)UnknownNo information disclosed
2677QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015EnergyOngoingInstall geothermal powerComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government will undertake a reverse auction for up to 400 MW of renewable capacity, to commence in the second half of 2017.
2678SardiniaItalyEuropeYes2016 and 201716581382016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Pilot stageNo information disclosed
2679Lower AustriaAustriaEuropeYes2016 and 201716536912016AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationsubsidies for organic farming
2680Baja CaliforniaMexicoLatin AmericaYes201731550702010EnergyPlannedInstall biomass powerPilot stagepromote the use of biomas treatment to energy
2681Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015TransportPlannedPrivate Transport: Promote alternative fuel  production (e.g. biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen, etc.)Unknowninvestigations into the feasibility of different options.
2682QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015GovernanceOngoingSupport businesses in reducing emissions/increasing resilienceComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government has supported the delivery of the ecoBiz program coordinated by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland working with over 700 businesses to make substantial savings on their energy, water and waste cost.
2683ConnecticutUSANorth AmericaYes2016 and 201735764522016FinanceOngoingAdopt reverse auction for renewablesUnknownNo information disclosed
2684Provence-Alpes-Cote-d'AzurFranceEuropeYes201650000002014TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Limited implementationNo information disclosed
2685ManitobaCanadaNorth AmericaYes2016 and 201712820432014TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationWinnipeg Transit (Manitoba) continuously seeks to improve its services to improve safety and security and increase ridership. These include equipping its fleet with iBus technology that includes on-board GPS tracking, automated schedule adherence monitoring, "next stop" displays/announcements, route destination announcements for waiting passengers when a bus pulls up to a bus stop, and a security camera system. The bus radio communication system automatically relays data about any schedule deviations recorded by the buses to a central database. This continuously updated database reflects the current status of all transit service and is used to broadcast "real-time" transit information to passengers through the following channels- website, BusGuide, BusTxt, tweeter feeds. Winnipeg Transit has also introduced a rapid transit system consisting of the Southwest Transitway, along with planned expansions consisting of an eastern corridor and West-North Corridor.
2686Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015WastePlannedInstall advanced thermal treatment/waste to energyUnknownThere are a number of municipal level, feasibility studies underway. there a number of private sector treatment facilities that have been implemented.
2687South HollandNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201736000002015AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Pilot stageStimulate innovation in sustainable farming by supporting pilots in practices such as closing material cycles and regional foodchains.
2688QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015BuildingsPlannedImprove heating and cooling efficiency (e.g. audits, insulation, white roofs, etc.)Limited implementationThe potential of a "living roof" to improve the sustainability performance of new unit buildings.
2689Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015BuildingsOngoingInstall solar heating/hot waterLimited implementationThrough grant funding, the Western Cape Government supported the roll-out of solar water heating to low income households, but the grant funding is no longer available. The Western Cape government is also supporting municipalities in raising awareness about solar water heating to their clients.
2690PichinchaEcuadorLatin AmericaYes2016 and 201725762872010AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Limited implementationThe government of Pichincha has been working, throughout the past years, in actions focus on food sovereignty in order to handle properly the impacts of climate change in agricultural and livestock activities.
2691QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government is supporting improved management practices in the agricultural sector including through delivery of industry Best Management Practice (BMP) programs in Great Barrier Reef catchments. See http://www.reefplan.qld.gov.au/resources/assets/reef-plan-2013.pdf Sustainable agriculture is also promoted through various Department of Agriculture and Fisheries programs (see https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/environment/sustainable-agriculture) including sustainable farming systems for grain and fibre (ttps://www.daf.qld.gov.au/plants/field-crops-and-pastures/research/sustainable-farming-systems).
2692QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015BuildingsOngoingSet/strengthen appliance efficiency standardsComprehensive implementationQueensland supports the deliver of the Equipment Energy Efficiency (E3) Program which is a cross jurisdictional initiative for delivering a single, integrated approach to energy efficiency standards and energy labelling for new household and business equipment and appliances sold into the Australian and New Zealand markets.
2693New York StateUSANorth AmericaYes2016 and 2017197462272014AgricultureOngoingPromote sustainable farming practices (e.g. low-till, waste reduction, etc.Comprehensive implementationNY State contunues to provide support for sustainable farming and soil health. The Climate Resilient Farms pilot program was extended as a new permanent funding line in the Environmental Protection Fund. This competitive grant program is administered by the Department of Agriculture and Markets and the Soil And Water Conservation Committee to support projects that reduce GHG emissions from animal waste storage, enhance soil carbon sequestration, and build resiliency by reducing the damage caused by severe precipitation events through vegetative streambank management.
2694Western CapeSouth AfricaAfricaYes201762900002015TransportPlannedMass Transit: Switch freight from trucks to railLimited implementationFreight transport is managed by the National Government, although the provincial government does play a role in supporting and facilitating engagements where this is available.
2695QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015FinanceOngoingAdopt feed in tariff for renewablesComprehensive implementationIn South East Queensland, residential customers can get a market feed-in tariff direct from their electricity retailer. There's no mandated rate for power exported to the grid, because retailers offer competitive, market-based tariff rates. Customers who live in regional Queensland can access a regional feed-in tariff, and will soon be able to choose between a flat and a time-varying tariff. Queensland's Solar Bonus Scheme feed-in tariff of 44 cents per kilowatt hour is no longer available to new customers and will end in 2020.
2696QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015WaterOngoingAdopt wastewater to energy initiatives (e.g. methane recovery for reuse)UnknownThrough the Queensland Government's ecoBiz projects which works with small to medium enterprises - wastewater to energy projects have been supported. http://www.cciqecobiz.com.au/assets/PDFs/CCIQ-ecoBiz-case-study-TeysAustralia.pdf
2697QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015TransportOngoingMass Transit: Adopt bus rapid transitComprehensive implementationThe Queensland Government has established bus rapid transit across South East Queensland. The Southeast Queensland busways are dedicated corridors that separate buses from general road corridors. The busways allow for fast, frequent and reliable public transport and ease congestion by separating buses from the general traffic.
2698North BrabantNetherlandsEuropeYes2016 and 201725000002016BuildingsOngoingInstall geothermal heatingPilot stageNo information disclosed
2699QueenslandAustraliaAsia PacificYes201748087712015IndustryPlannedPromote industrial symbiosis/industrial ecology programsLimited implementationThe Queensland Government is leading Australia's bio-economic revolution through the Advance Queensland Biofutures 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan. The roadmap and action plan focuses on developing and manufacturing products from sustainable organic or waste resources, rather than fossil fuels. It encompasses a range of innovative scientific and industrial biotechnologies designed to convert sustainable feedstocks or waste into a diverse range of bioproducts, including biofuels.
2700WashingtonUSANorth AmericaYes2016 and 201771837002016TransportOngoingMass Transit: Improve bus services (e.g. increase routes, improve stops, reduce fares, etc.)Comprehensive implementationIncluded in two major funding packages passed by voters

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