City of Saint Paul – Pathway A

General approach and action plan

Roadmap Developed?

Yes - formally adopted

Status of Strategy

Implementing

General Pillars of Strategy

Energy efficiency, Conservation, Renewables or low-carbon energy, Customer education, Product/service transformation, Waste reduction/circular

Year Adopted

2019

Terminology Tags

Description

The City of Saint Paul, in partnership with the Great Plains Institute, developed a Climate Action & Resilience Plan adopted by the City Council in December 2019. The plan focuses on achieving carbon neutrality for city operations by 2030 and citywide by 2050. This work includes compiling data on energy use, transportation emissions, waste management, and water treatment and distribution. The City of Saint Paul’s strategies not only empower residents with everyday actions but also empower the City with policies that drastically cut emissions, adapt to the changing climate, and improve the quality of life in the city.

Link to Published Action Plan, Roadmap, or Strategy

https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/mayors-office/climate-action-planning/climate-action-resilience-plan

Alignment with Relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

No alignment

Carbon Offsets Included?

Approach to Offsets

not defined

Does your strategy recognize social impacts (positive/negative)?

Yes

Does your organization have an environmental justice/equity goal in your strategy?

Yes

Does your organization assess the impact (positive/negative) of projects related to your strategy on vulnerable communities?

Yes

Most Successful Strategies

Energy/fuel management, Policy engagement, Customer education

Most Challenging Strategies

Operational adjustments, Adaptation/resilience

City of Saint Paul – Pathway A

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