Description
Title: Sustainability and Resilience Master Plan snapshot. These are pre HB1217 documents and have not been revised for compliance.
Summary
The legislation outlined in the Climate Action Plan (CAP) for Delray Beach aims to address climate change impacts by creating a framework to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance community resilience. It targets several key areas: energy efficiency in city facilities, renewable energy adoption, improved waste management, water conservation, and transportation enhancements. Key initiatives include Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) for energy audits and improvements, a green building ordinance requiring certification for large new constructions, and promoting community engagement through educational outreach. The plan emphasizes collaboration among city departments and external partners to implement these strategies, with an overall goal of cutting emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net zero by 2050. This comprehensive approach is critical for safeguarding Delray Beach against the