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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
2801City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transport(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2802City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transport(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2803City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transport(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2804Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generation320000Incentives within green building regulation - QUALIVERDE Decreto nº. 35745 de 06 de junho de 2012(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2805City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion0The Campus Park Program addresses the shortage of parkland in Chicago's neighborhoods by targeting public school grounds for parkland improvements. Under a joint program funded by the City, Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Park District, existing asphalt and concrete paving are replaced with new landscaping, play equipment, trees, fencing and lighting. Priority is given to neighborhoods identified as having insufficient parkland, Strategic Neighborhood Action Program districts, Empowerment Zones, Enterprise Communities, & other special development districts. Approximately 120 schools had been completed as of the start of 2010.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2806City of Columbus43910ColumbusUSA2016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measures1560000We are working with utility companies to achieve a 20% energy usage reduction in existing building stock.(39.9611755°, -82.9987942°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2807City of Las Vegas10495Las VegasUSA2016WaterWater metering and billing0The Southern Nevada Water Authority and local water purveyors meter all water consumption and bill on tiered rates; costs increase for the more water consumed and penalties may be provided for if water is wasted.(36.1699412°, -115.1398296°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2808Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016WaterWater recycling and reclamation- Reclaimed water provided to Magok District (20,000t/day from 2015)(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2809City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Private TransportImprove the operations of shipping portsEmission controls are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency. All ships have to fuel switch within 200 nautical miles of the coast of the US per federal regulations. On March 26, 2010, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) officially designated waters off North American coasts as an area in which stringent international emission standards will apply to ships. For this area, the effective date of the first-phase fuel sulfur standard is 2012, and the second phase begins in 2015. Beginning in 2016, NOx after treatment requirements become applicable. http://www.epa.gov/otaq/regs/nonroad/marine/ci/420f10015.pdf(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2810City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reportingMultifamily housing of 20,000 square feet or greater must submit annual energy benchmarking reports to the City, and disclose the results to current or prospective buyers, lenders, or tenants upon request. In 2016, data will be made publicly available on the web. Compliance rate is 99%.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2811City of Paris31175ParisFranceC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentTransit oriented developmentSustainable logistic charter(48.856614°, 2.3522219°)(46.227638°, 2.213749°)
2812City of Sydney31114SydneyAustraliaC402016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationThe City’s Master Plans show there is significant potential for local low and zero carbon energy for meeting the city’s target to reduce 2006 greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030. There exist however many regulatory barriers due to rules and processes designed for another ere of centralised and polluting energy sources. A key project of the City has been to propose changes to the National Electricity Rules which would incentive local energy generation and use to make more efficient use of the local network and avoid costly upgrades and expansions to high voltage network assets.(-33.8674869°, 151.2069902°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
2813Ayuntamiento de Madrid31171MadridSpainC402016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operations(40.1076253°, -3.3875673°)(40.463667°, -3.74922°)
2814Ayuntamiento de Madrid31171MadridSpainC402016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operations(40.1076253°, -3.3875673°)(40.463667°, -3.74922°)
2815City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportWe provide walking maps and signage to key community destinations particularly in the downtown area and in urban villages.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2816City of Toronto31117TorontoCanadaC402016WasteIn consultation with Torontonians, the City is currently developing a Long Term Waste Strategy to provide a framework for solid waste management policy decisions over the next 30 to 50 years. The Strategy will look at and recommend ways to enhance waste reduction and reuse and maximize diversion. The Waste Strategy will also explore options to manage the remaining garbage.(43.653226°, -79.3831843°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
2817City of Sydney31114SydneyAustraliaC402016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresThe City's Energy Efficiency Master Plan shows that energy usage would increase by 26 per cent by 2030 if all energy efficiency programs were removed. Instead, the Master Plan proposes a target to reduce the net energy used by buildings in the City of Sydney local government area by 31 per cent by 2030 on 2006 levels. The Master Plan shows how this can be achieved, despite significant growth in the economy and new floor space by 2030. This is equivalent to a doubling of energy productivity. The Master Plan includes 11 enabling actions to achieve this target. Implementing the Master Plan is the single biggest action the City can take to meet our target of a 70 per cent reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 based on 2006 levels within the local government area. This Plan is cost effective for society and can be acted on immediately. Implementation of the Plan is vital to ensure that Sydney remains an economically viable city where people want to live and work.(-33.8674869°, 151.2069902°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
2818Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportAll bike lanes and guards are signed.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2819Comune di Ferrara36286FerraraItaly2016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measures57755.3The reduction comprise building retrofitting and instrument energy efficiency for residential and tertiary building(44.8357395°, 11.6189949°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
2820City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionMany citizens are interested in creating Natural Areas as part of their home landscaping to reduce maintenance, attract wildlife, and create garden diversity. However, going the natural area route within the city does not mean simply allowing an area to go unmanaged. The City of Houston Ordinance 32-10 defines a “natural area” as an area of native vegetation within planned and managed landscape. The ordinance gives the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, under the authority of the Director of the Department, the authority to create Rules and Regulations for Natural Areas. Permitting authority for Natural Areas is also given to the department by city ordinance. In addition, the ordinance stipulates what is considered native vegetation and the parameters for use of such plants in the creation, preservation, or restoration of natural plant communities. http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/naturalareaspermit.html(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2821City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Private TransportTransportation demand managementThe Houston-Galveston Area Council Pedestrian-Bicyclist Program coordinates programs and projects that improve mobility and safety for pedestrians and bicyclists throughout the region. The Regional Bikeway Viewer is an interactive map of existing and planned bikeways in the Houston-Galveston region. Users can see the regional bikeway network in its entirety, or zoom in for a closer look at specific areas of interest. The City of Houston's Bikeway Program designs, constructs, and maintains of a citywide network of bicycle routes integrated into an overall transportation network for the Houston area. The program offers more than 300 miles of interconnected bikeway network spanning across 500 square miles. The bikeway network consists of off-road hike and bike trails, on-street bike lanes and on-street bike routes. The Houston Bikeway Network Map includes more than 300 miles of the most current on-street and off-street facilities as well as trails. http://www.mysolutionis.com/residents/commuter-services/biking-and-walking.aspx(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2822Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionThe city created park on the Nanji Island (former landfill site) for citizens in 2002.(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2823Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176Rio de JaneiroBrazilC402016Mass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from trucksDevelop a project for the outsourced fleet of collection vehicles operates on renewable fuels or hybrids, since the alternative identified is technical, economical and environmentally viable.(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
2824City of Denver32550DenverUSA2016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reporting75000Voluntary Programs include Better Buildings Challenge, BOMA Watts to Water, and City Energy Project(39.737567°, -104.9847179°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2825City of Oslo14088OsloNorwayC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionGreenbelt towards the City Foretst and Hills "Marka" limit expansion of building zone. There are also strategies to maintain the green corridors between the "Marka" and the Fjord. Oslo is one of the first cities in Europe to designate and map quiet areas in the city. Data on current noise levels in these areas has been collected.(59.9138688°, 10.7522454°)(60.472024°, 8.468946°)
2826Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Private TransportTransportation demand managementInstitutions working to reduce traffic (e.g. by operating commuter bus) can get discount of the traffic inducement charge.(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2827City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reportingSeattle City Light and Community Power Works currently offer a home energy assessment resulting in an Energy Performance Score at a subsidized rate.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2828City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Mass TransitSmart public transportMETRO HOT (High Occupancy Toll) Lanes allow drivers without passengers (single-occupant vehicles or SOVs) to use the HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) Lane – for a toll. Traffic monitoring systems help METRO maintain traffic speeds to ensure optimal travel times for existing HOV Lane users, as well those using the METRO HOT Lanes. If speeds slow, single-occupant vehicles are not allowed in the HOV Lane. The lane is also be closed during peak traffic periods – specific to each METRO HOT Lane corridor - to single-occupant vehicles. METRO HOT Lanes benefits: -Provides new options for commuters -Increases safety and promotes quick response to accidents and issues in the lanes, thanks to additional camera monitoring -Improves air quality by reducing traffic congestion -Better utilizes existing HOV Lanes -Offers increased enforcement of the HOV Lane system -Revenue generated from tolls will contribute to the operation, maintenance and enforcement costs for METRO HOT Lanes Tolls are based on time of day and the congestion level of each METRO HOT Lane. METRO will publish the toll rate for specific corridors prior to opening, and tolls will be prominently displayed along each corridor. http://www.ridemetro.org/Services/HOTLanes/FAQs.aspx(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2829Ayuntamiento de Madrid31171MadridSpainC402016Outdoor LightingSmart lighting(40.1076253°, -3.3875673°)(40.463667°, -3.74922°)
2830City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016WasteImprove the efficiency of waste collectionIn 2009, the Houston-Galveston Area Council held a workshop on the best management practices for transfer stations. The material presented was directed at both existing transfer station operators and those interested in developing a new transfer station.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2831City of Paris31175ParisFranceC402016WasteWaste prevention policies and programs5000whole city scale programme and lobbying campaign to reduce waste(48.856614°, 2.3522219°)(46.227638°, 2.213749°)
2832City of Yokohama31113YokohamaJapanC402016BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationImposition of a requirement for consideration of renewable energy input on the occasion of construction of new buildings above a certain size(35.4437078°, 139.6380256°)(36.204824°, 138.252924°)
2833City of Copenhagen31009CopenhagenDenmarkC402016BuildingsBuilding performance rating and reportingThe Energy performance certificate is valid for 7-10 years depended the energy saving potential.(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
2834City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016WasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesTo facilitate the reuse of excess construction materials and further the City's goals of recycling, the City launched the Chicago Soil and Rubble Exchange website. This serves as a place for City departments, sister agencies and their contractors to post both available and wanted soil and rubble, and to identify reuse opportunities. Where feasible and appropriate, the City wants to reuse soil and rubble rather than dispose of them in a landfill or quarry. The website will be used in conjunction with the Soil and Rubble Reuse Intergovernmental Agreement, which was entered into between the City and Illinois EPA in 2009.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2835City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionThe Million Trees + Houston program is adding to the city’s Urban Forest by planting more than a million new trees in a three to five year period. The program is coordinated by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Trees for Houston. Other partners include Harris County, the Texas Department of Transportation, and the Quality of Life Coalition. In the interest of creating a greener, more livable city, many private corporations are joining the effort through a special “Gift of Trees” program. http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/forestry/milliontrees.html(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2836Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Outdoor LightingSmart lightingCentral management center in operation(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2837City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Energy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generation0The City has attracted a solar thermal product manufacturer and used its products to reduce the cost of heating hot water in more than 20 City buildings by 70%.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2838City of Vancouver20113VancouverCanadaC402016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesInstallation of 76 publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations(49.261226°, -123.1139268°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
2839City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Mass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operations0Sustainable Chicago 2015 goal 07 Accelerate TOD around transit stations. Chicago is prioritizing development around transit stations to encourage more people to walk or take public transit; better link workers to jobs; reduce transportation costs; relieve traffic congestion; and, spur economic development As a key action of goal 07 “Accelerate transit-oriented development around transit stations,” Chicago has amended the Chicago Zoning Ordinance by adding a definition for TOD to enable and encourage more development near transit stations and to ensure that bulk, density, and parking ratios of the Ordinance meet the needs of those developments. As a key action of goal 07 “Accelerate transit-oriented development around transit stations,” Chicago is identifying additional “pedestrian streets” (as defined in the zoning code) around CTA stations. As a key action of goal 07 “Accelerate transit-oriented development around transit stations,” Chicago is coordinating transit improvements with streetscape improvements and complete street implementation.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2840District of Columbia31090District of ColumbiaUSAC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportCapital Bikeshare has grown since its launch in 2010 to over 350 stations (197 in the District), 2500 bikes, and 27,000 regular members .(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2841Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehicles7 CNG hybrid bus adopted in 2012(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2842City of Yokohama31113YokohamaJapanC402016BuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationProvisions for renewable energy input, study, and reportage)(35.4437078°, 139.6380256°)(36.204824°, 138.252924°)
2843City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Community-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion0The Chicago Trees Initiative is an opportunity for the City of Chicago to help improve quality of life by increasing public awareness about the value and importance of trees. The CTI is a coalition of government and non-profit agencies focused on expanding & improving Chicago's Urban Forest. The goal is to achieve a city wide average tree canopy cover of 20% by 2020. The program encourages people to step up and get involved. In 2009 the City launched the Urban Forest Agenda with partners of the Chicago Trees initiative to understand, protect and expand the tree canopy and 'urban forest' throughout city streets, parks and residential areas by maintaining and managing trees; expanding the urban forest; integrating green infrastructure; and fostering stewardship. Since 1993, more than 9000 acres of tree canopy has been added in Chicago. Since 1989, over 500,000 trees have been planted in the city. Target to plant an additional one million trees. (Arup C40 City Profiles Booklet) As a key action of SC 2015’s Goal 19, “Improve and Protect Chicago’s Natural Assets and Biodiversity,” Chicago is protecting tree canopy in the public right of way and supporting tree canopy work on other land.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2844City of Toronto31117TorontoCanadaC402016Mass TransitImprove rail, metro, and tram infrastructure, services and operations204 new low floor, light rail vehicles are replacing the existing fleet of streetcars.(43.653226°, -79.3831843°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
2845Seoul Metropolitan Government31187Seoul South KoreaC402016Outdoor LightingSmart lightingProjects underway to introduce solar bridge lamps(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
2846City of Chicago3203ChicagoUSAC402016Private TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transport0Bike 2015 Plan has an objective to make new and reconstructed intersections bicycle-friendly wherever possible, to reduce the higher incidence of bicycle crashes at or near intersections. This includes providing appropriate lane widths, pavement markings, and adequate signal time for bicyclists to cross safely. Where appropriate, including bike lanes and/or new demand actuated traffic signals that detect bicycles.(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2847City of Seattle16581SeattleUSAC402016WaterWastewater to energy initiativesThe City is exploring district energy opportunities including use of sewer line heat.(47.6062095°, -122.3320708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2848City of Houston31108HoustonUSAC402016Mass TransitImprove rail, metro, and tram infrastructure, services and operationsHouston is expanding its light-rail infrastructure with a $4 billion investment. Three new light-rail lines are currently in operation. There are a total of 24 new stations that opened in 2015, 10 on the Southeast Line, 5 on the East End Line, 8 on the North line, and 1 on the existing Main Street Line. METRO has a 1 percent sales and use tax imposed within METRO’s service area for transit activities. By voter mandate, METRO dedicates 25 percent of its sales tax for the General Mobility Program. Most of this funding is passed on to the city of Houston, Harris County and 14 multi-cities for general mobility projects.(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2849City of San Francisco31182San FranciscoUSAC402016BuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresTraining, technical assistance and incentives for energy and water retrofits.(37.7749295°, -122.4194155°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
2850Ayuntamiento de Madrid31171MadridSpainC402016Private TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesReductions in municipal taxes. Free parking in all Madrid´s on street parking regulated area Free access to Madrid Residential Priority Areas (This areas only allow the acces with private vehicles to residents )(40.1076253°, -3.3875673°)(40.463667°, -3.74922°)

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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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