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2017 - Cities Community-wide Emissions Reduction Actions

Row numberAccount numberOrganizationCityCountryRegionC40Reporting YearAccessSectorEmissions reduction activityAnticipated emissions reduction – cumulative over the lifetime of the action (metric tonnes CO2e)Action descriptionCity LocationCountry Location
310160419Municipalidad de Rio GrandeRio GrandeArgentinaLatin America2017PublicPrivate TransportAwareness and education for non motorized transportSensibilización y educación para el transporte no motorizado, a través de la generación de ciclovías y sendas peatonales(-53.786°, -67.7002°)(-38.416097°, -63.616672°)
310260419Municipalidad de Rio GrandeRio GrandeArgentinaLatin America2017PublicWaterWater metering and billingMedición de agua y facturación. Exigencias de medidores de agua a nuevas construcciones.(-53.786°, -67.7002°)(-38.416097°, -63.616672°)
310331187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicMass TransitImprove rail, metro, and tram infrastructure, services and operationsKeeping the bus fee raise at the minimum level reflecting the inflation(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
310454114City of AshevilleAshevilleUSANorth America2017PublicCommunity-Scale DevelopmentUrban agriculturelarge agriculture leases of City-owned property(35.5951°, -82.5515°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
31053422Greater London AuthorityLondonUnited KingdomEuropeC402017PublicBuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measuresThe RE:NEW programme supports private and public housing to retrofit homes with energy efficiency measures including insulation. Over 100,000 homes have been retrofitted to date across London.(51.504858°, -0.078689°)(55.378051°, -3.435973°)
310636044Seferihisar municipalitySeferihisarTurkeyEurope2017PublicFood and AgricultureEncourage sustainable food production and consumptionThe agricultural cooperatives founded. Can Yucel seed center to preserve, reproduce and distribute local seeds, geothermal drying facility for mandarines, farmers' markets, online sales web sites for local products.(38.19515°, 26.834402°)(38.963745°, 35.243322°)
310754337Greater Amman MunicipalityAmmanJordanSouth and West AsiaC402017PublicOutdoor LightingLED / CFL / other luminaire technologiesReplace current sodium street lights with LED. 2nd phase 120,000 units implemented. 3rd phase 25,000 further units in tendering.(31.945367°, 35.928372°)(30.585164°, 36.238414°)
310831187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicEnergy 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°)
310931187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicEnergy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationProduction and distribution of biofuel from waste cooking oil(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
311031163Istanbul Metropolitan MunicipalityIstanbulTurkeyEuropeC402017PublicMass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsThe “Metrobus Project”, which has been implemented for the first time in Turkey, is a urban transit line emerging upon integration of metro and rubber wheel buses on the designated road lanes.(41.0082°, 28.9784°)(38.963745°, 35.243322°)
311131187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicWasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilitiesSeparated disposal and collection of recyclable waste(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
311254579Sekhukhune District MunicipalitySekhukhuneSouth AfricaAfrica2017PublicBuildingsCarbon emissions reduction from industry(-24.83346°, 29.974053°)(-30.559482°, 22.937506°)
31133422Greater London AuthorityLondonUnited KingdomEuropeC402017PublicMass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light railThe Victoria and Jubilee line upgrades have introduced automatic operation and regenerative braking to these lines. Regenerative braking has also been introduced on the metropolitan line. This helps to reduce energy usage per km on the network. TfL’s energy modelling indicates that regenerative braking has saved over 32,000 tCO2 in 2013-14 and approximately 77,000 tCO2 since 2010-2011.(51.504858°, -0.078689°)(55.378051°, -3.435973°)
311431154Bogotá Distrito CapitalBogotáColombiaLatin AmericaC402017PublicEnergy SupplyLow or zero carbon energy supply generationImplement the use of photovoltaic energy for LED lighting, as a backup to primary energy source(4.711°, -74.0721°)(4.570868°, -74.297333°)
311531186Changwon CityChangwonSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicFood and AgricultureEncourage sustainable food production and consumptionChangwon designated 3 city allotments for farming and the city agriculture technology office supported the farming participants to learn how to cultivate and farm the urban gardens.(35.154167°, 126.949167°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
311631187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicBuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationAs a part of expanded energy efficiency project(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
311731186Changwon CityChangwonSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicWasteWaste prevention policies and programsTo reduce wastes, the Korean government introduced a policy which mandate to use designated waste bags for disposing wastes in 1995.(35.154167°, 126.949167°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
311831187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicWasteWaste prevention policies and programsEducation through media coverage and group meetings(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
311954347Pasig City GovernmentPasigPhilippinesSouth Asia and Oceania2017PublicMass TransitImprove bus infrastructure, services, and operationsFree Community Shuttle Service Buses"Active participation which allows people to realize their full potential and make their best contribution to society is also an end in itself. This is the wisdom behind the Bayanihan sa Daan Programs. Development should be woven around people not people around development.The fact that human development is the development of the people and for the people. Thus, keeping up the vision of buiding the city not for vehicles but for the people. One outstanding example is the city’s partnership with Meralco Company in running the Pasig Bus Service wherein Meralco has allocated specific parking space, land, security and safety for the buses, likewise, Petron and Caltex allowed the buses to be parked during non peak hours.- 125,038 passengers for four routes within Pasig City CBD and other identified routes- Zero fare increases purchasing power of constituents - Promotes cleaner, safe and comfortablepublic transportationPublic Transport Manager who will monitor the public transport services provided by the City, which will be linked with the Command Center through its Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and any other system that will ensure efficient service to commuters and driversApproaches on how the program can be replicated or transferred; 1.) is to conduct consultation in the community; 2.) enactment of a local ordinance; 3.) create or assign an organic unit from the City Government;Lastly, organize a Technical Working Group involving the affected sectors and stakeholders"(14.58691°, 121.0614°)(12.879721°, 121.774017°)
312031187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicCommunity-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion26 corridors (1994-2013); total budget: approx. 100 million USD(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
312158485Abington TownshipAbingtonUSANorth America2017PublicWasteWaste prevention policies and programsAbington Township Public Works/Highways Department "Pay as You Throw" initiative.(40.12408°, -75.119511°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
312249335Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson CountyNashville and DavidsonUSANorth America2017PublicPrivate TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportSee 6.1(36.1627°, -86.7816°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
312358596Arusha City CouncilArushaUnited Republic of TanzaniaAfrica2017PublicBuildingsCarbon emissions reduction from industryLarge-scale tree planting and greening programme(-3.386925°, 36.682993°)(-6.369028°, 34.888822°)
312459992City of CalambaCalambaPhilippinesSouth Asia and Oceania2017PublicOutdoor LightingLED / CFL / other luminaire technologiesMost of our lighting fixtures and bulbs are LED in order to save energy and reduce our carbon footprint.(14.1877°, 121.1251°)(12.879721°, 121.774017°)
312531187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicPrivate TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesAdopted taxi speed limit device (limits the speed under 100~120 km/h to ensure safety and conserve energy)(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
312631187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicOutdoor LightingSmart lightingAll street lamps turned on and off accordingly with sunrise and sunset time(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
312754559Ugu District MunicipalityUguSouth AfricaAfrica2017PublicBuildingsCarbon emissions reduction from industryLicencing of industries as per local legislative standards requirements for reduction of carbon emissions. Emissions reduction not quantified yet.(-30.621797°, 30.251273°)(-30.559482°, 22.937506°)
312831187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicWaterWastewater to energy initiativesWorks underway to produce district heating from wastewater heat at Tancheon sewage treatment center(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
312957347Pingtung County GovernmentPingtungTaiwanEast Asia2017PublicWasteRecycling or composting collections and/or facilities1226.06Set the first self-government ordinances legislated by local government in Taiwan. To decrease live farming pollution, recycle bio-energy and transform the high pollution industry to green industry.(22.6558°, 120.4703°)(23.69781°, 120.960515°)
313031187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicPrivate TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehicles5,282 kl of biodiesel deployed from 2007 to 2012(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
313150381Municipio de TorreónTorreónMexicoLatin America2017PublicPrivate TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesVerification of on-board vehicle emissions(25.542844°, -103.406786°)(23.634501°, -102.552784°)
313254347Pasig City GovernmentPasigPhilippinesSouth Asia and Oceania2017PublicPrivate TransportImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from motorized vehiclesEtrike Replacement and Upgrading "Sandwich Approach.In general,the City Government uses the “Sandwich Approach” or “Bibingka” Paradigm to accomplish its tasks wherein brainstorming from bottom up and top to bottom with which we engaged the entire community.Starting with a vision coming from either the city leadership or any of the stakeholders, solutions are formed via consultations and are translated into a local law or ordinance. Stakeholders are also members of the technical working groupand likewise implementors. Feedback mechanisms are installed to ensure a successful project and documentations are done for replication and sharing to other communities and cities.- Passed ordinance for phase-out of old two stroke trikes - 50 etrike beneficiaries- 50% increase of income for Etrike Drivers- Cleaner fuel and less carbon dioxide emission for the environmentEstablishing the Tricycle Upgrading and Replacement Program Ordinance No. 16 Series of 2016"(14.58691°, 121.0614°)(12.879721°, 121.774017°)
313331154Bogotá Distrito CapitalBogotáColombiaLatin AmericaC402017PublicMass TransitSmart public transportBogotá has an extensive program of technological advancement in public transport, including bus replacement by new buses lower emissions and electric buses. Also includes the massive use of the bikes.(4.711°, -74.0721°)(4.570868°, -74.297333°)
313431187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicPrivate TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportNo legal basis at current point(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
313554329Bogor City GovernmentBogorIndonesiaSouth Asia and Oceania2017PublicWaterWastewater to energy initiatives163840Accumulation 2017 - 2030(-6.5971°, 106.806°)(-6.121435°, 106.774124°)
313631187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicBuildingsEnergy efficiency/ retrofit measures(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
31373203City of ChicagoChicagoUSANorth AmericaC402017PublicMass TransitImprove rail, metro, and tram infrastructure, services and operations-- 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 annuallyUnion Station: As a key action of Sustainable Chicago 2015 Goal 09, “(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
313831187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicCommunity-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansionCreation of parks (approx. 170 km2) according to the Urban Park Act and green space in the city center(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
313949335Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson CountyNashville and DavidsonUSANorth America2017PublicBuildingsOn-site renewable energy generationSee 6.1(36.1627°, -86.7816°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
314069825Municipalidad de ViedmaViedmaArgentinaLatin America2017PublicWasteRecyclables and organics separation from other wastePlan GIRSU, para la gestión de los Residuos sólidos, aún no está en marcha pero ya contamos con el financiamiento y todo el estudio realizado.(-40.810253°, -62.995996°)(-38.416097°, -63.616672°)
314131187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicBuildingsBuilding performance rating and reporting(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
314231187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicEnergy SupplyOptimize traditional power/ energy productionWaste heat recovery devices in operation(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
314354337Greater Amman MunicipalityAmmanJordanSouth and West AsiaC402017PublicPrivate TransportTransportation demand managementOn-street parking management in high parking demand areas and along mass transit corridors.(31.945367°, 35.928372°)(30.585164°, 36.238414°)
314454405Vejle KommuneVejleDenmarkEurope2017PublicBuildingsSwitching to low-carbon fuelsWe do not focus on GHG reductions as the one and only measurement. Rather we focus on cumulative effects, like energy savings, sustainability, energy costs, indoor climate, resilience and so forth.(55.7113°, 9.5364°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
314532550City of DenverDenverUSANorth America2017PublicCommunity-Scale DevelopmentTransit oriented development60000TOD is an important aspect of the Regional Transportation District(RTD) mass transit system throughout the Denver metro area. The expansion of bus, light rail, and commuter rail has allowed for TOD around train and bus stations(39.737567°, -104.9847179°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
314635993Singapore GovernmentSingaporeSingaporeSouth Asia and OceaniaC402017PublicWaterWater recycling and reclamationWe are incinerating wastewater sludge, a by-product of water reclamation plants, which would otherwise be disposed off at landfills.(1.352083°, 103.819836°)(1.352083°, 103.819836°)
314731187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicMass TransitImprove fuel economy and reduce CO2 from bus and/or light rail14 electric buses introduced from 2010 to 2012(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
314831187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicPrivate TransportAwareness and education for non motorized transportSupport for bike-friendly installations (e.g. bike stand, air pump, cctv) for schools and offices that opt for bike commuting(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
314931187Seoul Metropolitan GovernmentSeoulSouth KoreaEast AsiaC402017PublicCommunity-Scale DevelopmentGreen space and/ or biodiversity preservation and expansion(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
315035993Singapore GovernmentSingaporeSingaporeSouth Asia and OceaniaC402017PublicPrivate TransportInfrastructure for non motorized transportWe are implementing schemes that limit use of cars to off-peak periods, and rolling out various initiatives that encourage walking and cycling.(1.352083°, 103.819836°)(1.352083°, 103.819836°)

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Cities are leading the transition to a sustainable economy. In 2017 almost 400 cities told CDP about how they are working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Explore how cities are working to reduce their climate impact.

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