FLAGSTAFF — On June 23, 2020, the Flagstaff City Council declared a Climate Emergency. The Declaration commits Flagstaff to achieving community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030, to respond to the climate emergency and improve quality of life for all residents. With input from the Flagstaff community and technical experts, the city of Flagstaff developed a draft a plan that outlines a framework for action over the next nine years. This plan details seven target areas of action that the city will take to reach carbon neutrality:
- Community Resilience
- Equitable Systems
- Decreased Dependence on Vehicles
- Electric Mobility
- Clean Electricity
- Building Fuel Switching
- Reduced Building Energy Demand
- Sustainable Consumption and Waste Management
- Carbon Dioxide Removal
In response to increased public interest, city staff will present the draft plan to the City Council for consideration and direction on May 25, 2021. Flagstaff community members can provide feedback directly to the City Council through email, written public comments, or by providing comments at the virtual meeting. For more information on meeting protocols, visit https://www.flagstaff.az.gov/328/Meeting-Protocols-Information.
For questions about the Carbon Neutrality Plan or this feedback opportunity, contact Jillian Goulet at jillian.goulet@flagstaffaz.gov.