Climate Change Resources for Local Governments

Local governments have important roles to play in efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Local governments are at the forefront of efforts to adapt to the ongoing and anticipated impacts of climate change.

Resources for Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction:

• Electricity and natural gas incentive programs.
• The Energy Aware Planning Guide : a comprehensive resource for local governments seeking to reduce energy use, improve energy efficiency, and increase usage of renewable energy.
• Climate Action for Health: Integrating Public Health into Climate Action Planning

Resources for Addressing Impacts of Climate Change:

• CalAdapt: Visualization and mapping of impacts to the state.
• What Local Governments Can Do
• Other climate adaptation resources.

Additional Information:

• The Governor's Office of Planning and Research.
• Cool California
• Schools Toolkit: classroom tools for teachers and financial resources for schools.
• The Climate Change Handbook for Regional Water Planning: resources and tools to guide water resource managers and planners