FY2023 Adopted Budget

Climate Action and Outreach The Climate Action & Outreach Division is responsible for implementation of climate action initiatives as well as tracking and publicly reporting carbon emission reduction and energy usage data. General Fund Activities: • The Climate Action & Outreach staff provides technical support to City departments and public for environmental and climate action programs. They serve as liaison to the Climate Action Commission. Boards and Commissions: The Climate Action Commission is charged with assisting the City in implementation of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, Accelerating Iowa City’s Climate Actions Report, and meeting carbon emissions reduction goals. The Commission, guided by principles of equity, considers equity impacts of proposed climate initiatives and recommends changes to current and future climate action plans. The group is also responsible for advising the City Council on climate issues, researching, analyzing, and promoting climate actions, and educating and engaging the public on climate action and the City’s climate and sustainability goals.

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