12 Apr Austin Leads On Climate Change Response

Yesterday, I wrote about a resolution by Austin City Council to adopt a forward looking response to climate change – a goal of the entire city becoming carbon neutral by 2050 with meaningful intermediate goals along the way. This updated Climate Protection Plan – which I've dubbed Climate Protection Plan 2.0 – was detailed in a press conference April 11 at Austin City Hall. It was sponsored by Council Member Chris Riley and co-sponsored by Council Member Bill Spelman and Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole. Supporting votes were made by Council Members Mike Martinez, Laura Morrison and Kathie Tovo.

With this plan, we have a road map to proceed on important follow on action. This is the time to get involved. Following is a video from their April 11 press conference, discussing and detailing the Climate Protection Plan 2.0.

This covers electric energy, transportation and industry.

Jump in where your spirit surges!