The purpose of the Climate Action Plan is to present researched strategies that will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions originating in Menlo Park, based on the findings of the city's greenhouse gas emissions inventory analysis which is completed annually. The plan provides strategies that may be implemented over the next few years by the city, its residents, and its businesses. The Climate Action Plan will be updated yearly as research continues to provide more emissions reduction data and as new technologies arise and economic conditions change.
2030 Climate Action Plan goals |
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Explore policy/program options to convert 95% of existing buildings to all-electric by 2030 |
Set citywide goal for increasing electric vehicles and decreasing gasoline sales |
Expand access to electric vehicle (EV) charging for multifamily and commercial properties |
Reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by 25% or an amount recommended by the Complete Streets Commission |
Eliminate the use of fossil fuels from municipal operations |
Develop a climate adaption plan to protect the community from sea level rise and flooding |