Climate Action Plan
The City of Edmonds Climate Action Plan (CAP) establishes long-term goals and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen community resilience. The Plan outlines sector-based action areas across building and energy, transportation, environment, and lifestyle.
Implementation Framework
Adoption of a Climate Action Plan is an important first step. Effective implementation requires coordination across city departments, integration into budget planning, and sustained staffing capacity. Implementation is a multi-year process involving monitoring, reporting, and periodic plan updates.
CAB’s Advisory Role
The Edmonds Climate Advisory Board serves in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and City Council. CAB reviews implementation progress, identifies structural considerations, and develops recommendations intended to support the long-term success of the Climate Action Plan.
Implementation Considerations
Effective implementation of the Climate Action Plan requires sustained coordination, staffing capacity, and clear accountability mechanisms.
To support this work, the Climate Advisory Board has recommended:
Hiring a Climate Action Manager, with funding pursued through available grant opportunities, to coordinate cross-departmental efforts and monitor progress toward CAP goals.
Establishing a Climate Action Commission, and providing input regarding its structure, recruitment, and charter, to ensure long-term community engagement and oversight.
Advancing Climate Work Beyond the Plan
While the Climate Advisory Board’s primary role is advisory, the Board also undertakes independent initiatives to deepen community resilience, strengthen regional collaboration, and ensure that local climate planning reflects current science and emerging needs.
These initiatives are not separate from the Climate Action Plan, but are intended to inform, complement, and strengthen it over time.
Explore the Board’s current initiatives: