Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0
This project has concluded. More more information, visit cupertino.org/climateaction.
Cupertino's Climate Action Plan 2.0 was adopted by City Council on August 16, 2022. Thank you to all the contributing community members who helped shape this important document.
Please visit cupertino.org/climateaction to stay up to date with the implementation progress.
The City of Cupertino’s Climate Action Plan 2.0 is designed to be a blueprint of our community’s response to the challenges posed by climate change, recognizing our responsibility as an emissions generator and as a guardian of our locality and all of its members. We need you, the citizens of Cupertino, to help us form the blueprint!
What is a
Continue readingCupertino's Climate Action Plan 2.0 was adopted by City Council on August 16, 2022. Thank you to all the contributing community members who helped shape this important document.
Please visit cupertino.org/climateaction to stay up to date with the implementation progress.
The City of Cupertino’s Climate Action Plan 2.0 is designed to be a blueprint of our community’s response to the challenges posed by climate change, recognizing our responsibility as an emissions generator and as a guardian of our locality and all of its members. We need you, the citizens of Cupertino, to help us form the blueprint!
What is a climate action plan?
At its basic level, climate action planning seeks to identify emissions reduction strategies that are informed by the goals, values, and priorities of our community. Cupertino has 5 Climate Action Plan objectives:
- Demonstrate environmental leadership
- Save money and promote green jobs
- Comply with the letter and spirit of state environmental initiatives
- Promote sustainable development
- Support regional climate change efforts
Why is it important?
Climate Action Plan helps us to prioritize and monitor the progress we make as a City to a better, healthier, world. Climate action helps to:
- Create a healthier environment
- Improve human health
- Create economic opportunities
- Help families thrive
This work is not possible without the help from people like you.
How you can get involved and help develop climate action in Cupertino
- Take the Survey below to provide direct feedback
- This survey will be a valuable form of communication to let us know what you are thinking. The third CAP 2.0 survey is now available for anyone to take. This survey will be open from April 19 to May 13.
- Attend Workshops and City Meetings listed under Key Dates
- We will have 3 public workshops planned as part of this update process:
- Workshop 1 will provide you with a baseline understanding of our climate action in Cupertino, we will gather ideas, hear your priorities, and concerns. This workshop was held on July 29 at 5:30 p.m.
- Workshop 2 is dedicated on collaborative planning. We plan to dive into the measures and actions that could be included. This workshop is scheduled for October 11 at 5:30 p.m.
- Workshop 3 is a time to give feedback on the draft CAP update and help plan for implementation. Look for us in the community at the following places:
- Cupertino Earth Day Festival - April 23, from 11-3
- Cupertino Library
- Cupertino Senior Center
- De Anza College Campus
- and more!
- We will have 3 public workshops planned as part of this update process:
- Follow the Project to get email notification for more upcoming opportunities
- We will send you periodic updates throughout the process, alert you about upcoming workshops, and provide you with surveys where you can give direct feedback.
- We will send you periodic updates throughout the process, alert you about upcoming workshops, and provide you with surveys where you can give direct feedback.
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If you could see one thing included in this Climate Action Plan 2.0, what would that be?
over 2 years agoWhat do you want to see Cupertino doing to combat climate change? These ideas could be about City operations, residents, business owners, anyone! We want to hear from you!
Jeanover 2 years agoReduce Confusion Surrounding Recycling Labels
The majority of Americans do not recycle is due to the lack of knowledge regarding proper recycling, and this is most likely true of Cupertino residents as well. The confusing labeling and packaging on products is disincentivizing people from recycling items they are able to recycle. Along with other community initiatives to educate residents of proper waste disposal, there should be programs to educate those on proper recycling practices.
0Dan Marshallover 2 years agoAsk our representatives in Washington and Sacramento for legislation and money supporting the transition off of fossil fuels.
Ask for support from Washington and Sacramento. A resolution from the City Council gets much more attention as compared to a letter from a citizen. For example, we need programs to assist with the transition from gas home heating to heat pumps, from gas cars to electric cars, etc. The City's property tax funding is punny compared to the State and Federal budget. The Sustainability Commission measures their progress toward zero carbon. Big progress was made in this metric with the advent of Silicon Valley Power, which is external to Cupertino. Similar progress could be made if the Federal government subsidized heat pumps and/or electric cars.
0jzhaoalmost 2 years agoImplement tool libraries and other community-based (rather than market-based) sharing economy infrastructure
The City can pilot and implement programs that encourage community members to share products and tools with each other to limit unnecessary purchase of new products. For example, many communities have created tool libraries that allow people to check out tools that are not often used. Every household doesn't need a power drill, because people aren't using them all the time. It would be a more efficient use of our resources to share tools that see infrequent usage.
0jzhaoalmost 2 years agoPenalize/disincentivize companies from practicing planned obsolescence or opposing right to repair
There are companies that use unethical practices to encourage people to consume more products than is necessary. Apple is notorious for this and making their products difficult for people to repair on their own.
0Andreover 2 years agoCan the City offer air purifiers?
On bad air quality days, there are a lot of vulnerable seniors. Can the City get them air purifiers?
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Upcoming Dates
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August 16 2022
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June 21 2022
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May 26 2022
Documents
- CAP 2.0 Draft April 2022 (9.78 MB) (pdf)
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CAP 2.0 Draft Appendix A-F
- Appendix A_Climate Regulatory Context_April 2022 (209 KB) (pdf)
- Appendix B_GHG Baseline Inventory April 2022.pdf (390 KB) (pdf)
- Appendix C_GHG Forecasts Summary_April 2022 (358 KB) (pdf)
- Appendix D_CAP Update Engagement Summary_April 2022 (3.03 MB) (pdf)
- Appendix E_GHG Emissions Reductions Technical Evidence_submitted 4-14-22.pdf (1.32 MB) (pdf)
- Appendix F_Existing Programs and Accomplishments_April 2022 (1.02 MB) (pdf)
- NOI Cupertino CAP 2.0 Update.docx (134 KB) (docx)
- CAP 2.0 GHG Thresholds Draft IS-ND_6-1-2022.pdf (2.75 MB) (pdf)
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City Council Study Session June 21, 2022
- City Council Study Session Staff Report June 21, 2022 (393 KB) (pdf)
- CC Study Session Attachment A – Public Review Draft Climate Action Plan 2.0.pdf (9.78 MB) (pdf)
- CC Study Session Attachment B – Summary Responses from Survey #3.pdf (223 KB) (pdf)
- CC Study Session Attachment C – Summary from Stakeholder Workshop #3.pdf (532 KB) (pdf)
- CC Study Session Attachment D - Written Communications.pdf (1.07 MB) (pdf)
- Technical Analysis and Memos
- City Council Staff Report: CAP Vision Statement and Goal
- Social Media Kit
- Stakeholder Workshop Meeting Summaries
Videos
- Learn about the Draft CAP 2.0 and hear what Cupertino's City Council has to say.
- On October 11, Cupertino City Staff and Cascadia Consulting helped paint a picture of the possible future of Cupertino. We discussed measures such as electrifying buildings, alternative transportation, electric cars, and waste diversion.
- On July 29, Cupertino City Staff and Cascadia Consulting led a conversation about the City’s sustainability initiatives, current state of the climate crisis, and opened the floor to public comment. During this workshop, a series of environmental topics were discussed including energy, transportation, waste, water, and community resilience.
- City Council Members discuss setting the goals and vision statements for the CAP 2.0 update.
Timeline
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Step 1 - Understand Current and Past Emissions
Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0 has finished this stage -
Step 2 - Raise Awareness
Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0 has finished this stageEducate, gather ideas, priorities, and concerns from community.
- Public Workshop
- Stakeholder Workshop
- Survey
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Step 3 - Collaborative Planning
Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0 has finished this stageSet targets, share and vet strategies and actions
- Public workshop #2 October 11 at 5:30 p.m.
- Sustainability Commission Meeting October 21 at 4:00 p.m.
- Look for us in the community at pop-up events
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Step 4 - Refine the Plan
Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0 has finished this stageCollect public feedback on Draft Climate Action Plan 2.0.
- City Council Study Session - November 16
- Draft Cap Published - April 19
- See us in the community - April 19 - May 30
- Sustainability Commission Check point - April 21
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Step 5 - Finalize Plan
Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0 is currently at this stageFinal plan presented to Cupertino City Council - Summer 2022
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Step 6 - Implement, Monitor, Evaluate, Reflect
this is an upcoming stage for Climate Action Plan Update - CAP 2.0
Quick Polls
This project has concluded. More more information, visit cupertino.org/climateaction.
Meet the Team
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