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2016 - Cities Emissions Reduction Activities

Row numberOrganisationAccount NoCity Short NameCountryC40Reporting YearEmissions Reduction Sector​Emissions Reduction ActivityAnticipated emissions reduction (metric tonnes CO2e)Action DescriptionCity LocationCountry Location
501City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilities1632(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Yard Waste Collection Site and Services and Residential Organic Waste: Establish a collection site and provide supportive services to divert yard waste from landfills and generate revenue for expanded recycling and sustainability services.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
502City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016WasteImprove the efficiency of waste collection40425(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Residential Curbside Recycling and Waste Diversion: As an immediate priority, present City Council with potential programs and policies for residential waste haulers that address the inclusion of recycling services in collection contracts, minimize impacts to neighborhoods from traffic and noise, and explore the use of variable rate collection systems where the cost of service is based on the volume of trash.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
503City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilities14003(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Multifamily Recycling and Composting: Assist multifamily developers, owners, managers, and homeowner associations in implementing recycling and composting programs in residential developments.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
504City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016WasteWaste prevention policies and programs41805(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Commercial Waste Diversion Programs and Policies: Develop commercial waste diversion programs and policies that support responsible disposal choices, enhance efficiency, minimize environmental impacts, and convert waste into valuable products.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
505City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016WasteWaste prevention policies and programs809(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Construction and Demolition Waste: Adopt construction and demolition (C&D) waste diversion requirements and provide supportive materials for businesses(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
506City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion6730(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Landscape and Agricultural Stewardship: Reduce the impacts to ecosystem health, air and water quality resulting from landscaping and agricultural practices in Lakewood.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
507City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion1290(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Stormwater Management and Flood Control: Increase the capacity of Lakewood’s landscape to manage stormwater and protect water quality, including green roofs, rain gardens, and bioswales.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
508City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion3673(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Cooling and Carbon Sequestration: Adapt to increased temperatures and reduce carbon in the atmosphere through healthy vegetation, tree canopy coverage, and use of low-reflective materials.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
509City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentEco-district development strategy508(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Sustainable Neighborhoods Program: Expand the Sustainable Neighborhoods Program and the Sustainable Neighborhood Network in order to encourage direct citizen action, assist citizens in enhancing neighborhood sustainability and reduce the environmental footprint of residents.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
510City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generation3679(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Municipal Renewable Energy Generation: Develop a municipal renewable energy generation strategy to increase the percentage of municipal energy and fuel generated from renewable sources such as wind, solar, advanced biofuels, and other alternatives to fossil fuels (for City operations).(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
511City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016BuildingsBuilding codes and standards3779(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) LEED Standards for Municipal Buildings: Adopt an ordinance requiring that all newly constructed municipal buildings with year-round occupancy meet at least LEED Silver standards from the USGBC (for City buildings and facilities).(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
512City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Outdoor LightingLED / CFL / other luminaire technologies1889(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Street and Signal Lights: Convert street and signal lights to LEDs or other high efficiency technologies.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
513City of Lakewood54075LakewoodUSA2016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generation139268(Future action, reduction estimate for 2025) Renewable Energy Transmission and Generation: Expand renewable energy generation and access while ensuring necessary transmission infrastructure.(39.7047°, -105.0814°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
514City of Lancaster54057LancasterUSA2016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsAntelope Valley Transit Authority is in the process of converting its fleet to all electric buses by 2018.(40.0379°, -76.3055°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
515City of Lancaster54057LancasterUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentBuilding standardsThe Lancaster City Council adopted an ordinance in 2012 which requires that all housing developments install rooftop solar on new homes.(40.0379°, -76.3055°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
516City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresReduce the city-wide average energy use (all commodities) per person in single-family homes by 15 percent from 2008 levels by 2018. Improve the city-wide average energy intensity (energy used per square meter floor area – all commodities) of multi-unit residential buildings from 2008 levels by 10 percent by 2018. Improve the city-wide average energy intensity (energy used per square meter floor area – all commodities) of commercial & institutional buildings from 2008 levels by 15 percent by 2018. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
517City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016BuildingsBuilding codes and standardsIncrease the percentage of high-performance new homes (e.g., ENERGY STAR for New Homes or other rating systems) voluntarily built in London to over 10 percent of new builds by 2018. Increase the percentage of high performance new multi-unit residential building units (e.g., LEED® New Construction or other rating systems) voluntarily built or renovated in London to 25 percent of new builds and major renovations by 2018. Maintain the percentage of high performance commercial and institutional buildings (e.g., LEED® New Construction or other rating systems) voluntarily built or renovated in London to over 25 percent of new builds and major renovations by 2018. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
518City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016Private TransportTransportation demand managementDecrease the amount of petroleum-based fuel used per capita by 15 percent from 2012 levels by 2018. The City has an Active Transportation & Transportation Demand Management Strategy. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
519City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe London Plan enshrines the principles of walkable and bikeable community design. London is currently updating its Bike Master Plan, referred to as London ON Bikes. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
520City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesDecrease the amount of petroleum-based fuel used per capita by 15 percent from 2012 levels by 2018. Fuel efficiency standards are established at the federal level. The Province of Ontario provides financial incentives for electric vehicles. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
521City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsLondon is currently working on its Rapid Transit Environmental Assessment, referred to as Shift London, studying different rapid transit options such as BRT, street cars, and/or LRT. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
522City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationIncrease the local production of electricity from 1.4 percent (in 2012) to 5 percent of London’s total annual electricity demand by 2018. Increase the local capacity for co-generation of heat and power (both merchant systems and behind-the-meter load displacement) from 47 megawatts (electricity) to 75 megawatts by 2018. Increase the local capacity for renewable electricity generation from 2.7 megawatts (in 2012) to 10 megawatts by 2018. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
523City of London, ON50558London, ONCanada2016Finance and Economic DevelopmentLow-carbon industrial zonesIncrease the share of London’s industrial and manufacturing sector with documented energy management plans, programs, or systems to over 10 percent (based on share of employees) by 2018. See London's Community Energy Action Plan for more information.(42.9837°, -81.2497°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
524City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresLouisville Metro partners with the Louisville Energy Alliance to promote energy efficiency in commercial facilities through the use of Portfolio Manager, a Kilowatt Crackdown competition and other ENERGY STAR programs.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
525City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentBrownfield redevelopment programsLouisville Metro is partnering with several agencies state-wide to explore the potential for a solar farm on a brownfield site within Louisville.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
526City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentEco-district development strategyLouisville Metro is partnering with several organizations in Louisville to turn two neighborhoods into Eco-Districts. One Eco-District is pursuing distributed energy.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
527City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentTransit oriented developmentLouisville Metro released a strategic multi-modal transportation plan, MOVE Louisville, in April 2016, which encourages strategies for transit oriented development.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
528City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reportingPrivate commercial buildings over 50,000 sq ft are required to report their energy and water use annually. The aggregated data is published publicly. See more here: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/environment/WCMS1P-105433(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
529City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Food and AgricultureEncourage sustainable food production and consumptionThe Louisville Farm to Table program grants loans to businesses in specified neighborhood improvement districts that process Kentucky-raised foods. Louisville Metro has also released educational resources on how to develop a community or market garden, connects purchasers and suppliers of local foods, and facilitated a major development that will provide a site for local food aggregation, processing and education.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
530City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Outdoor LightingLED / CFL / other luminaire technologiesIn 2011, standard traffic lights were replaced with LED versions, decreasing energy consumption substantially.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
531City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Private TransportAwareness and education for non motorized transportBike Louisville, Louisville Metro's bicycle education and awareness program, works with children and adults across the city, and partners with community members to promote "bike everywhere month", "winter bike to work day" and many more programs. In 2016, Louisville earned a Silver status as a Bicycle Friendly Community. In 2015, Louisville Metro launched a pedestrian safety campaign, called Look Alive Louisville.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
532City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Private TransportTransportation demand managementLouisville Metro has added over 60 miles of bicycle facilities within the Central Business District since 2012. Two car share programs were introduced downtown in 2014. The Big Four Bridge, a bicycle and pedestrian bridge spanning the Ohio River and connecting downtown Louisville to Indiana, was opened in 2014. Work continues on the Louisville Loop, a 100-mile shared use path with over 40 miles completed - many of which are off-road segments. Partnerships with the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) have increased bus ridership since 2011. TARC unveiled 11 electric buses in 2015, and has at least five more on the way. In addition, a traffic light retiming effort and a bike share program are under development.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
533City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsA partnership with two neighborhood associations, community volunteers, TARC (bus system), local businesses, and a national funding network produced two artful bus shelters, providing shelter to riders and bringing attention to the bus network.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
534City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteLouisville Metro partnered with a local business to introduce an innovative waste management system in the Central Business District, which increased waste diversion rates from 11% to 76% in the first nine months of the program. The Waste Management District Board of Directors approved a Yard Waste Collection Ordinance to stop the use of non-compostable plastic bags for yard waste collection. The ordinance allows for yard waste to be composted instead of having to be sent to the landfill.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
535City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationLouisville Metro has passed legislation to facilitate financing of energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in the commercial sector. The legislation, known locally as Energy Project Assessment District (EPAD) and nationally as Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE), will be implemented later this year.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
536City of Louisville, KY49333Louisville, KYUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionLouisville first comprehensive tree canopy assessment was completed in 2015, resulting in increased tree planting and protection efforts across the city. A new goal was established, seeking to increase the city's canopy from 37% to 45% coverage.(38.196027°, -85.678429°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
537City of Medford58513MedfordUSA2016Private TransportAwareness and education for non motorized transportWe have just adopted a Complete Streets Policy and we are working actively with our Bicycle Commission and the resident group Walk Medford to significantly improve non-motorized transport in our community.(42.3265°, -122.8756°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
538City of Medford58513MedfordUSA2016BuildingsBuilding codes and standardsMedford has opted the Massachusetts "Stretch Code" which is stricter energy standards in the building code than the state code.(42.3265°, -122.8756°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
539City of Medford58513MedfordUSA2016Food and AgricultureEncourage sustainable food production and consumptionWe are working with the Health Department to facilitate and encourage the consumption of local foods, including the active development of community gardens, and the promotion and sale of compost bins and rainbarrels.(42.3265°, -122.8756°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
540City of Medford58513MedfordUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionMedford has a Conservation Commission which is tasked with the protection of the area within 100 feet of wetlands and streams and 200 feet of our river. All projects, public or private, within that area, must be permitted by this body. Additionally, Medford passed the Community Preservation Act in MA, which will provide for additional funding for the preservation of open space.(42.3265°, -122.8756°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
541City of Medford58513MedfordUSA2016WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteMedford provides recycling and yard waste residential pickups, and restricts the volume of trash allowed in residential pickups. We sell compost bins at a discount. We are piloting compost separation at our High School, with the intent of extending to the other schools.(42.3265°, -122.8756°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
542City of Medford58513MedfordUSA2016WaterWater metering and billingWater to every facility is metered and billed; rates were recently raised.(42.3265°, -122.8756°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
543City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresThe City and local utilities are promoting participation in the utilities' energy efficiency programs through the Minneapolis Clean Energy Partnership. Activities include developing an engagement process to increase participation in programs for underserved communities in the city; as well as buying down the cost of energy audits and financing for air sealing and insulation.(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
544City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe City recently adopted a Protected Bikeways plan and continues to invest in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. We are regularly rated one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the nation.(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
545City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsThe City is partnering with MetroTransit to increase service and ridership, as well as taking on its own transit projects, including the development of the Nicollet Street Car line.(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
546City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016Mass TransitImprove rail, metro, and tram infrastructure, services and operationsThe City is partnering with MetroTransit to increase service and ridership, as well as taking on its own transit projects, including the development of the Nicollet Street Car line.(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
547City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteThe City recently rolled out curb-side organics collection for all of the residential properties it serves. Additionally, organics collection is available on contract for commercial and multifamily properties.(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
548City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentTransit oriented developmentThe City is focusing growth and resources in Minneapolis designated TOD or Transit Improvement Areas. This described in the Planning department's (CPED’s) 2010-2014 Business plan. See here for more information: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/cped/transit/index.htm(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
549City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016Community-Scale DevelopmentBrownfield redevelopment programsThe City of Minneapolis has a Brownfields program; The City’s Department of Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED) works with potential applicants to review proposed projects and submit to the grantors the applications that reflect the best combination of development potential, consistency with City and neighborhood plans, job and/or affordable housing creation, and sustainable construction practices. See more information here: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/cped/ba/cped_brownfields(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
550City of Minneapolis35879MinneapolisUSA2016Food and AgricultureEncourage sustainable food production and consumptionThe City has a Home Grown Minneapolis program, with the primary focus of supporting local, sustainably produced food. See more here: http://www.minneapolismn.gov/sustainability/homegrown/index.htm(44.983334°, -93.26667°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)

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In 2016, over 3,000 city-wide mitigation actions were disclosed. Cities are taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in cities. 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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