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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
2601Gemeente Rotterdam31179RotterdamNetherlandsC402016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesIntroduction of an environmental zone, restricted access into this zone for environmentally unfriendly vehicles (EURO II and lower)(51.9163716°, 4.4509382°)(52.132633°, 5.291266°)
2602City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reportingAll dwellings should have an energy performance certificate when the house or appartment is being sold. The certificate is valid for 7-10 years depended the energy saving potential.(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2603Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe city seeks greater integration with mass transportation modes installing bike racks in and near metro, BRTs and train stations and elsewhere in the city.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2604City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Energy SupplyOptimize traditional power/ energy productionMany buildings have replaced boilers.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2605Stadt Zürich35449Stadt ZürichSwitzerland2016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationEnergy from biomass: In 2011 the wood heating plant Aubrugg produced energy for its first full year. With 18.6 million kWh. Once reaching its full capacity the plant will produce about 104 million kWh of heat and 38 million kWh of electricity. The wood heating plant Aubrugg is significantly reducing the amount of fossil fuel used for peak load coverage of the district heating.(47.3686498°, 8.5391825°)(46.818188°, 8.227512°)
2606City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generation0See details below regarding Chicago's partnership with energy generation companies.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2607Tokyo Metropolitan Government31111TokyoJapanC402016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesVehicle Emission Reduction Program To promote efforts for active CO2 reduction measures by private companies, TMG imposes obligations for formulations and submissions of vehicle emission reduction plans and performance reports for commercial fleet operators who use 30 or more vehicles in the Metropolitan area (approx. 1,800 companies).(35.6896342°, 139.6921007°)(36.204824°, 138.252924°)
2608District of Columbia31090District of ColumbiaUSAC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentTransit oriented developmentProposed amendments to the District's Zoning Code would eliminate parking minimum requirements in some areas of the city with access to transit. These new changes will be in effect September of 2016(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2609City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016Private TransportImprove the operations of shipping portsAs part of the Drive Clean Seattle electrification initiative, we are working very closely with the Port of Seattle to seek out every possible electrification solution for the Port.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2610City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reporting520372All larger building have smart metering of the heat consumption. Smart meters for electricity consumption are still to come.(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2611City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesThe City currently operates multiple drop-off locations for residents to bring recyclable materials.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2612Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationEncouraging to adopt geothermal energy for new construction and renovation(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2613City of Boston35268BostonUSAC402016WaterWastewater to energy initiatives0Although not under municipal authority, the regional water and sewer authority recovers methane from its treatment of waste water. Boston residents, businesses, and institutions account for about one-third of the waste.(42.3584308°, -71.0597732°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2614District of Columbia31090District of ColumbiaUSAC402016Private 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. DOEE continues to gather EV and hybrid registration data from the DMV on a monthly basis. This information is currently being used to help prioritize sites for the deployment of EV chargers.(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2615City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesHouston Biodiesel educates about and promotes the use of clean, renewable, non-toxic, non-flammable, and domestically produced biodiesel.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2616City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light rail0Sustainable Chicago 2015 goal 12, “Reduce Municipal Fossil Fuel Consumption by 10%.” Chicago is continuing to reduce fuel consumption in City operations by purchasing more efficiency vehicles and by using its fleet more effectively. By doing so, the City will save money for taxpayers and help reduce citywide transportation emissions.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2617City of Las Vegas10495Las VegasUSA2016Outdoor LightingLED / CFL / other luminaire technologies0Other regional entities have replaced streetlights and outdoor lighting with induction and LED lighting.(36.1699412°, -115.1398296°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2618City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportContinuing to maintain shared lanes and will be adding approximately 6 miles to complete existing connections.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2619Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016WasteImprove the efficiency of waste collectionSeven treatment stations to minimize the flow of trucks.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2620Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016WasteWaste prevention policies and programs(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2621Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016WasteWaste prevention policies and programs(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2622Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railNew trains reduce 20% of electric energy in comparison with the old ones.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2623City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesComputers, laptops, and monitors are banned from the garbage. Residents can recycle televisions, monitors, and computers for free through several local businesses - a list is provided.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2624City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportThe Bicycle Master Plan identifies priority routes for cycle infrastructure improvements. Additional on-street separated bicycle facilities will be added citywided over the next 20 years. Additional lanes are planned and budgeted in 2013 and 2014.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2625Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionCity Reforestation Program has 25 years of experience and has already recovered more than 3,000 hectares of degraded sites. The main concept of reforestation projects of the city is based on the principle of bio-diversity, through the restoration of original ecosystems of the Mata Atlantica. For the next four years the program will focus in maintenance of the already reforested areas.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2626City of Oslo14088OsloNorwayC402016Private TransportImprove the efficiency of freight systemsOslo currently manages the project "Green Urban Distribution" that include the development of environmentally friendly and efficient solutions for the distribution of goods in the city through better organization, new services and applications of technology. The main objective is to develop environmentally friendly and efficient solutions for freight distribution in the center of Oslo.(59.9138688°, 10.7522454°)(60.472024°, 8.468946°)
2627City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Mass TransitImprove rail, metro, and tram infrastructure, services and operations0-- A $1 billion project to rebuild the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Red and Purple Lines from federal, state, and local funding, to improve transit for 79 million CTA riders annually Union Station: As a key action of Sustainable Chicago 2015 Goal 09, “Improve Freight Movement and Accelerate High-Speed Passenger Rail Projects.” Chicago is modernizing Union Station to expand its role as a transportation hub. Updated Red and Blue Lines and infrastructure The Red Line is the backbone of the CTA rail system, with nearly 250,000 rides on an avg. weekday. Since it opened in 1969, the Dan Ryan Branch tracks and track bed are beyond their expected lifespan, which results in longer commutes and less reliability for more than 80,000 commuters each day. Currently, 40% of the Dan Ryan Branch requires slow zones for safe operation. As part of the Building a New Chicago Program, the CTA will rebuild these tracks to provide faster commutes, a smoother ride, improved stations and accessibility, and, a better passenger experience. The project will also create hundreds of jobs.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2628Gemeente Rotterdam31179RotterdamNetherlandsC402016Finance and Economic DevelopmentLow-carbon industrial zonesRetrofitting(51.9163716°, 4.4509382°)(52.132633°, 5.291266°)
2629City of Los Angeles10894Los AngelesUSAC402016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationThe Los Angeles Department of Water and Power will get 33% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2020 and 50% by 2030(34.0522342°, -118.2436849°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2630City of Stockholm3429StockholmSwedenC402016Private TransportImprove the operations of shipping portsThe ships are becoming more energy efficient. Vehicles in the port for example lift trucks are also becoming more energy efficient.This is a continous effort.(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
2631City of Paris31175ParisFranceC402016Finance and Economic DevelopmentInstruments to fund low carbon projects150000Paris climate bonds : Paris has raised 300 million euros, mainly from socially responsible investment (SRI) funds to help finance the energy transition plan(48.856614°, 2.3522219°)(46.227638°, 2.213749°)
2632Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Energy SupplySmart gridExpansion of LED delivery for public buildings and street lamps(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2633City of Benicia49787BeniciaUSA2016WaterWater metering and billing0City sponsored a Residential Water Incentive Program and offered toilet and clothes washer rebates, laundry to landscape graywater kits, and shower start shower heads. From October 16, 2015 to March 31, 2016, sprinklers are limited to one day per week on Saturday or Sunday only (customer choice) before 8 a.m. or after 7 p.m.(38.049365°, -122.1585777°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2634City of Stockholm3429StockholmSwedenC402016WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesBiogas is produced from organic waste and used as fuel for the cities busses and fuel in some areas.(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
2635City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measures0Sustainable 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°)
2636City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measures0Sustainable 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°)
2637City of Cleveland35859ClevelandUSA2016BuildingsBuilding codes and standards1500Residents and developers seeking tax abatement for up to 15 years for residential projects must meet Cleveland Green Building Standards. In addition, all residential and commercial buildings in Ohio must now meet the 2009 IECC.(41.49932°, -81.6943605°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2638City of Denver32550DenverUSA2016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generation500000Although not directly under the control of the City, Denver has supported statewide efforts to increase the Renewable Portfolio Standard for the investor owned utility providing power generation for the city. In addition, Denver has been supportive of lowering the carbon intensity of the power generation through switching traditional power plants from coal to natural gas.(39.737567°, -104.9847179°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2639Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Outdoor LightingLED / CFL / other luminaire technologiesUpgrading street lamps and security lights(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2640Prefeitura de Florianópolis50384FlorianópolisBrazil2016Food and AgricultureEncourage sustainable food production and consumption855028low-carbon agriculture, deployment of green infrastructure (100%)(-27.5949884°, -48.5481743°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2641Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region31169Hong KongHong KongC402016WasteLandfill 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°)
2642City of Oslo14088OsloNorwayC402016WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteAll household food waste is collected for anaerobic treatment in the city’s own biogas plant and production of bio methane, which fuels city buses, and soil enhancer which returns vital minerals and humus to farming soils. Garden waste from households, parks and professional gardeners are received for composting. The outcome from the composting is returned to private and professional gardeners.(59.9138688°, 10.7522454°)(60.472024°, 8.468946°)
2643City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016WasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wasteResidents are required to place yard trimmings in city approved compostable bags for separate collection. In addition, every other month residents are provided collection of tree waste only on their heavy trash (bulky item) collection day. These materials are composted and mulched using a contracted private firm.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2644City of Helsinki8242HelsinkiFinland2016Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railMaximum emission requirements in tendering process for bus companies(60.1733244°, 24.9410248°)(61.92411°, 25.748151°)
2645City of Stockholm3429StockholmSwedenC402016Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railThe regional council has a pilot project of electric buses in an area of Stockholm called Ropsten with hopes of expanding the project to other areas of the city.(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
2646City of Paris31175ParisFranceC402016Energy SupplyOptimize traditional power/ energy production570000Developpement of district heating.(48.856614°, 2.3522219°)(46.227638°, 2.213749°)
2647City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reportingThe City of Houston has voluntary benchmarking programs, like the Houston Green Office Challenge and the DOE's Better Buildings Challenge, where commercial buildings can opt into disclosing their energy ratings to the City. The City is considering an energy benhmarking, audit, and disclosure policy for commercial buildings.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2648City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016BuildingsSwitching to low-carbon fuelsThe district heating system is based on biomass(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2649City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016WasteWaste prevention policies and programsCommunity outreach programs include presentations to schools, neighborhood associations, business groups and more. The Solid Waste Department has mascots to represent recycling and encourage kids to get involved. The City has also participated in an incentive program called Recycle Bank that offers rewards in the form of coupons to residents for recycling.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2650Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Energy SupplySmart gridEnergy storage devices installed on 2 units of subway line #9 (1,000 kW) and 1 unit of subway line #7 (1,350 kW)(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)

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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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