Announcing 2023 Edmonds Climate Action Plan

The City of Edmonds has unveiled its 2023 Climate Action Plan (CAP), highlighting the critical need for immediate collective action in response to the escalating threats posed by climate change, such as heat stress, wildfire smoke, flooding, and drought. Despite decades of efforts to combat climate change, the city's carbon emissions have remained largely unchanged since 2010, underscoring the urgency for more aggressive initiatives. The CAP outlines a pathway to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, emphasizing the importance of enhancing quality of life while addressing environmental injustices faced by frontline communities. These communities often inhabit areas with limited tree cover or are located in flood zones, making them particularly vulnerable to climate impacts. Developed with community input and grounded in scientific research, the proposed actions will be monitored through performance metrics that ensure accountability and transparency.

An executive summary is currently accessible on the city's website, with the complete plan expected to be released on February 28, 2023. Residents are encouraged to engage with the city’s initiatives, including the forthcoming Climate Champions Series aimed at promoting sustainable practices. This collaborative effort seeks to foster new habits and ensure a resilient future for all Edmonds residents.