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2015 - Cities Emissions Reduction Activities

Row numberCity NameAccount NoCountryCity Short NameC40Reporting YearEmissions reduction sectorEmissions reduction activityAnticipated emissions reduction (metric tonnes CO2e)Action descriptionCity LocationCountry Location
1801City of Chicago3203USAChicagoC402015BuildingsSwitching to low-carbon fuelsBeginning in 2013, the City of Chicago procures 100% coal-free energy for use in city facilities. From 2013-2015, City-facilitated municipal aggregation provided similarly coal-free energy access for residents and small businesses, with lower pricing than prevailing energy rates.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1802Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg35868GermanyHamburg2015Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railE-busses and H2-busses, model region e-mobility(53.5510846°, 9.9936818°)(51.165691°, 10.451526°)
1803District of Columbia31090USAWashington DCC402015BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresThe DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) through its Custom Rebate Program offers technical assistance and advice to commercial building owners to help them identify cost-effective energy efficiency improvements. Up to $80,000 in rebates are available per business location, per year. Custom rebates are available on a variety of equipment, including but not limited to: LED lighting and controls, HVAC systems and controls, and Variable Frequency Drives.(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1804Seoul Metropolitan Government31187South KoreaSeoulC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportLaid legal groundwork to introduce bike signs (under the Road Traffic Act)(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
1805City of Las Vegas10495USALas Vegas2015Private TransportTransportation demand managementThe Regional Transportation Commission offers a demand management program to shift single occupant vehicle commuters to other modes of transportation; other strategies have also been developed to reduce demand on the existing transportation network, including HOV lanes, system management, and information on flexible work schedules.(36.1699412°, -115.1398296°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1806City of Buenos Aires31155ArgentinaBuenos AiresC402015WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesSolid waste disposal is done outside city limits, where methane sequestration and treatment is performed. Still, we are committed to progressively reduce the total amount of waste sent to final disposal through the promotion of waste segregation programs and the encouragement of a local recycling market. The local Government is now working with urban recycling cooperatives where more than 4,200 people formally work, to which it provides transportation, uniforms, and mandatory registration cards. The collected material is transported into one of the 8 green centers (waste separation centres), which are operated by the cooperatives. In the same line, the MBT plant was launched in 2013, as a joint initiative between the local and the regional government. This plant is located within the landfill premises and treats 1000tn of waste per day, 310 day a year, diverting 400tn of organic and 200tn of recyclable waste per day.(-34.6037232°, -58.3815931°)(-38.416097°, -63.616672°)
1807City of Boston35268USABostonC402015Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationThe Renew Boston program, in addition to energy efficiency, also works with stakeholders and City agencies to facilitate photovoltaic and solar thermal installations in Boston.(42.3584308°, -71.0597732°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1808City of Seattle16581USASeattleC402015WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteCity ordinance bans recyclable materials and yard debris from garbage. Garbage containers filled with more than 10 percent of recyclable paper or yard waste will be tagged.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1809Municipality of Belo Horizonte35848BrazilBelo Horizonte2015WasteImprove the efficiency of waste collectionIt is in discussion inside the Plan for GHC Reduction - PREGEE(38.5198325°, -8.8695345°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1810City of Houston31108USAHoustonC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe City launched its bike share program, Houston Bike Share, in May 2012, which is an active transportation alternative for the City. Houston’s initial phase has been successful and, received funding support from Blue Cross Blue Shield TX and the US Department of Energy, totaling nearly $2 million. On April 3, 2013, Houston B-cycle, expanded from 3 to 29 stations and from 18 to 225 bicycles. This Phase II expansion creates a presence not only in Downtown, but also in the East End, Midtown, Montrose and the Museum District/Hermann Park with four of the stations located at key METRORail stops. Phase III expansion discussions and planning include the Texas Medical Center and local universities, as well as additional neighborhoods. Pollution, traffic, and rising oil costs are just a few of the reasons why Houstonians need options for getting around. There are currently 29 stations and 225 bikes in operation. www.houston.bcycle.com(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1811Mexico City31172MexicoMexico CityC402015Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehicles150207Estimation of emissions avoided by updating the "Hoy No Circula" Program.(19.4326077°, -99.133208°)(23.634501°, -102.552784°)
1812City of Stockholm3429SwedenStockholmC402015Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from trucks (private)CleanTruck - Increase use of biofuels in heavy vehicles, setting up two refuelling stations for heavy vehicles; one for biogas and one for ED95. Subsidies of ethanol, biogas and hybrid trucks. Although trucks only represent five to ten percent of all traffic in Stockholm, they cause almost half of the environmental impact from traffic. An environmental adaptation of road haulage is therefore of high urgency. This could involve anything from logistics and planning to reduce transports and maximise loading, to a transfer to cleaner vehicles and renewable fuels. The City of Stockholm has worked actively with environmental adaptation of passenger cars since the mid 1990s. As a result, a wide range of clean cars are now available on the market and the number of filling stations for renewable fuels is rapidly expanding both in Stockholm and the rest of Sweden.(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
1813City of Amsterdam31148NetherlandsAmsterdamC402015WaterWastewater to energy initiativesSludge incinerated. Biogas used for enegy production and green gas(52.3702157°, 4.8951679°)(52.132633°, 5.291266°)
1814City of Helsinki8242FinlandHelsinki2015WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteSeparate collection for different waste types: organics, paper, metal, glass, carton and mixed waste in residential areas. Specific waste collection service spots for hazardous waste, electronics, textile waste, garden waste.(60.1733244°, 24.9410248°)(61.92411°, 25.748151°)
1815Comune di Padova36494ItalyPadova2015Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operations5954Improvement of the railway infrastructure at the global freight transportation centre (Interporto Padova): realization of a new freight terminal(45.411639°, 11.8783489°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
1816Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176BrazilRio de JaneiroC402015WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesEnsure the use of recycled aggregates from construction waste in construction and engineering services in the municipality performed directly and indirectly (public procurement and concessions) by government (20% by 2016 and 40% by 2020).(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1817City of Los Angeles10894USALos AngelesC402015Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railMost buses are already CNG. Now moving to pilot electric/Zero Emission Buses(34.0522342°, -118.2436849°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1818City of Seattle16581USASeattleC402015BuildingsSwitching to low-carbon fuelsSeattle City Light customers have the opportunity to purchase green electricity through the Green Up program.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1819Prefeitura de São Paulo31184BrazilSão PauloC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe municipality already delievered more than 200 kms of bicycle infastructure. By 2016 São Paulo there will be around 400 kms of cycle lanes.(-23.5505199°, -46.6333094°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1820City of Copenhagen31009DenmarkCopenhagenC402015WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other waste(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
1821City of Stockholm3429SwedenStockholmC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportStockholm has a "Cycle Plan" which is part of the Urban Mobility plan: http://international.stockholm.se/globalassets/ovriga-bilder-och-filer/urban-mobility-strategy.pdf This plan includes improving cycle and walking improvements and expanding the network for cycling throughout the city. A budget of 1 billion kronors from 2012-2018 (120 million USD). The plan incluces continued improvement of cycle parkin, sealing, protecting and improving bike lanes. Improving and increasing cycle traffice lights at heavily ingested intersections, continued improvement of cycle signs and directions for daily cyclists and tourists, improvment of accessibility for bicycle and road safety, improvement of cycle lanes, as well as improved traffic safe pedestrian crossings in the city and in all places where pedestrians may need to cross the street, improved shared cycle lanes, maps available at all subway stations and at many bus stops, and pedestrian only streets in different areas of the city. The plan includes many more areas but this is a general list- this work is ongoing.(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
1822City of Seattle16581USASeattleC402015WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesA wide range of items—including tires, scrap metal, and vehicle batteries—can be recycled at the two Recycling and Disposal Stations.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1823City of San Francisco31182USASan FranciscoC402015Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehicles19750Increase electric vehicle (EV) adoption through municipal operations procurement and infrastructure development where possible and encouraging through public outreach to educate and motivate San Franciscans to drive electric and property owners to become EV-ready.(37.7749295°, -122.4194155°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1824City of Baltimore35853USABaltimore2015Energy SupplySmart gridThe City's utility BGE has started to implement smart grid technologies in the City of Baltimore, including the installation and deployment of smart meters throughout the City(39.2903848°, -76.6121893°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1825City of Copenhagen31009DenmarkCopenhagenC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe major bycicle commuting roads have green waves adjusted to a speed of 20 km/hour, which is the average speed of a bike.(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
1826City of Chicago3203USAChicagoC402015Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesNeighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEV) Ordinance allows the operation of NEVs on neighborhood streets. They are 100% electric powered and recharge in a few hours from standard household electrical outlets. An electric vehicle infrastructure is under construction.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1827District of Columbia31090USAWashington DCC402015Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsThe Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Priority Corridor Network (PCN) Plan seeks to improve bus service, travel speeds, and reliability on 24 corridors through the metro area through: improved operational strategies such as transit signal priority and exclusive bus lanes; increased frequency and span of service; improved customer information; added limited-stop bus service, routes and buses; expanded fare payment options; added safety, security and incident response measures; and enhanced bus stops and facilities. The current capital improvement plan provides for partial implementation of the plan, but additional funding is needed for full implementation.(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1828Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176BrazilRio de JaneiroC402015WaterWater recycling and reclamationThere will be recycling 1700 l/s of water from the sewage treatment ETE Alegria to the steel complex COMPERJ. Today ETE Penha already recycles ?? l/s to wash the streets (agreement with COMLURB), final cleaning street fairs and watering parks and gardens in the city.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1829Prefeitura de Florianópolis50384BrazilFlorianópolis2015WasteImprove the efficiency of waste collection182115expand sanitation with gas recovery (25%)(-27.5949884°, -48.5481743°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1830City of Oslo14088NorwayOsloC402015Community-Scale DevelopmentBrownfield redevelopment programsTransformation of former industrial sites has long been a key strategy in Oslo. Current developments of this kind are most visible at Bjørvika at the waterfront of Oslo – the new Fjord City. Public outdoor spaces, the waterfront promenade and the urban spaces will open up Oslo to the fjord and the sea beyond. The main concept in the town planning is the seven commons, pedestrian-based urban spaces. The common spaces make the seafront directly accessible to residents in the neighbourhoods behind and will be served by the Oslo Tramway.(59.9138688°, 10.7522454°)(60.472024°, 8.468946°)
1831District of Columbia31090USAWashington DCC402015Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesThe District has reduced registration fees for hybrids and electric vehicles, and exemption from the excise tax for vehicles rated at 40 miles per gallon or more.(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1832Seoul Metropolitan Government31187South KoreaSeoulC402015Community-Scale DevelopmentUrban agricultureRooftop kitchen garden being piloted in public buildings, childcare centers and senior care centers(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
1833City of Seattle16581USASeattleC402015WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteWe collect organic waste from commercial customers.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1834Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region31169Hong KongHong KongC402015WasteLandfill managementTo reduce GHG generated from solid waste disposal, efforts have been made to utilize landfill gas through generating electricity or thermal energy to support the daily operation of landfill and restored landfill sites. In some of the landfill / restored landfill sites, landfill gas is also used for towngas production.(22.2880809°, 114.1398015°)(22.396428°, 114.109497°)
1835Seoul Metropolitan Government31187South KoreaSeoulC402015Mass TransitSmart public transportAvailable for public(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
1836District of Columbia31090USAWashington DCC402015BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationThe District's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (RPS) requires electric suppliers to source a percentage of their electricity from solar (thermal or pv) located in the District through the purchase of Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs). The solar requirements began in 2007 at 0.005% of retail electricity sales and increase annually towards an ultimate target of 2.50% solar by 2023. SRECs provide the owners of solar energy systems a substantial source of revenue. The value of an SREC varies based on market conditions, but as of September 2014 sales of D.C.-sourced SRECs tracked on Flett Exchange averaged $471 per MWh.(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1837Fafe50671PortugalFafe2015Outdoor LightingSmart lighting(41.4508217°, -8.1728619°)(39.399872°, -8.224454°)
1838Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region31169Hong KongHong KongC402015Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationThe Integrated Waste Management Facilities that would adopt advanced incineration technology to turn 3,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste into renewable energy each day is planned to be commissioned in 2023.(22.2880809°, 114.1398015°)(22.396428°, 114.109497°)
1839City of Seattle16581USASeattleC402015Community-Scale DevelopmentTransit oriented developmentWhile the City is not the metro transit agency we collaborate on planning and purchase service in areas of high demand. The City-owned street car system is currently being expanded and additional routes are being studied.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1840City of Stockholm3429SwedenStockholmC402015WaterWastewater to energy initiativesBiogas is production at wastewater treatment plants. The biogas is mainly used as vehicle fuel. This is an ongoing project.(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
1841City of Houston31108USAHoustonC402015Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsShaded paths to bus stops are available at numerous bus stops across the city. Also, in the Houston-Galveston Area Council Livable Centers studies, there are recommendations for improved sidewalk connectivity and more street trees, which will increase accessibility of bus services. http://videos.h-gac.com/CE/livablecenters/Downtown-EaDo_Livable_Centers_Study.pdf(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1842City of Houston31108USAHoustonC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThere is no existing data, but the Planning Department will be tracking new bike parking going forward as new projects get permitted. The department will work with GIS staff to consider ways to present the data. Also, the City and cycling advocacy group, Bike Houston, are evaluating how to document existing bicycle parking locations.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1843City of Helsinki8242FinlandHelsinki2015WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilities(60.1733244°, 24.9410248°)(61.92411°, 25.748151°)
1844City of Chicago3203USAChicagoC402015Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionSustainable Chicago 2015’s fifth focus area focuses on advancing Parks, Open Space, and Healthy Food. Goal 19, “Improve and Protect Chicago’s Natural Assets and Biodiversity,” set goals to specifically advance conservation and preservation of natural areas. The Chicago region is home to numerous native species of flora and fauna and is located in one of the major North American bird migration routes – the Lake Michigan Flyway. Access to the local natural habitat is in many ways threatened by invasive species, pollution and urban development. Chicago is working to ensure nature protection in the region and delivering a better natural environment for all residents.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1845City of Copenhagen31009DenmarkCopenhagenC402015BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationThe government provides a finansial incentive for implementing solar panels.(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
1846City of Houston31108USAHoustonC402015WaterWater metering and billingCode enforcement has impact fees for connecting buildings to the City's water and sewer sytem.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1847City of Las Vegas10495USALas Vegas2015Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsThe Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada operates the region's transit system, RTC Transit. It has added several new BRT routes, express routes and have increased frequencies on a number of its primary local routes. In addition, the RTC has purchased low emission CNG and hybrid vehicles.(36.1699412°, -115.1398296°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1848City of Chicago3203USAChicagoC402015BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresSustainable Chicago 2015’s second focus area, Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy, drives Mayor Emanuel’s focus on energy efficiency as a major effort of Chicago’s sustainability portfolio. Goal 3 of this focus area, “Improve Citywide Energy Efficiency by 5%,” provides a framework of key actions for implementation(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1849City of Houston31108USAHoustonC402015Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportCity Mobility Planning is a joint initiative between the departments of Planning & Development and Public Works & Engineering (PWE) in partnership with the Houston-Galveston Area Council the regions Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). The City of Houston is trying to get ahead of transportation challenges. The Houston Planning Commission has established several committees to examine a range of development and growth issues. One of the committees, the General Plan committee, established mobility and drainage as top priorities and recommended a programmatic framework to address these issues. City Mobility Planning (CMP) will be the framework for evaluating transportation issues in the city and extra-territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). Part of the study looked at ways to improve intersections and access to trail networks. http://www.houstontx.gov/planning/DevelopRegs/mobility/CMP.html In November, 2012, city voters passed a bond referendum for the Bayou Greenways Initiative. Over the next ten years, the Bayou Greenways will add 4,000 acres of new and equitably distributed green spaces that can also serve the function of flood control and storm water quality enhancement. It will also complete 300 miles of continuous all-weather hike and bike trails that will meander through those greenways — an amenity unparalleled in the nation. Developing green corridors along the bayous with connected trails bring a smart and sustainable resolution to alleviate the City’s green space and flooding challenges. This project will incorporate pedestrian signage.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1850City of Buenos Aires31155ArgentinaBuenos AiresC402015Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railBRT (Bus Rapid Transit) uses dedicated bus lanes, fewer stops, time-saving technologies, and additional efficiency measures to make bus travel fast, reliable, and effective. The first BRT lane was inaugurated on 2011 and it is 12,5km long. Currently, the network is 38.5km long, with the inauguration of two new corridors: 9 de Julio Avenue (3 km) and South corridor (22.5 km). Besides the benefits regarding GHG emission reduction, these excusive bus lanes has an effect on urban noise pollution reduction as a consequence of an improvement in the traffic management (or in the vehicular system)(-34.6037232°, -58.3815931°)(-38.416097°, -63.616672°)

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Catalog of actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in cities, as reported by city governments participating in CDP in 2015. Activities are tagged by sector and cities provide detailed descriptions of each activity. Some cities also provide estimates of the total anticipated lifetime emissions that will be reduced from each activity.

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