Find the resources you need to create a more circular, people-centered, resilient, zero emission, and nature-based community.
Science-based targets (SBTs) are climate goals in line with the latest climate science. They represent your community’s fair share of the ambition necessary to meet
While local governments face considerable legal hurdles in enacting climate policy, they also have significant authority to develop novel policies that can slash greenhouse gas
Hear from the ICLEI USA delegates and US climate action government leaders for a post-COP26 webinar. The panelists will share key takeaways for U.S. local
This paper discusses the analysis, findings, and recommendations conducted by ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI) to highlight the needed greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
The priorities of local elected officials have evolved from filling potholes and trash collection to addressing racial and economic inequality, exacerbated by the climate crisis.
September 20, 2021 – ORLANDO, FL – During the third annual American Leadership in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals event co-hosted by the United Nations
Urban structures including buildings, roads, and other infrastructure absorb and re-emit the sun’s heat — contributing to “islands” of high temperatures in cities and towns
ICLEI’s Strategic Plan for 2021 to 2024. More than ever, our cities, towns and regions are at the frontline of a globally changing world, and
ICLEI USA’s analysis of nearly one hundred city and county greenhouse gas emissions inventories shows that it is possible to reach aggressive 2030 science-based targets.
In this report we’ll discuss the top three trends seen throughout California to reduce emissions, summarize climate action seen throughout California, and provide snapshots of
Stay up to date on the latest progress in local sustainability and discover how your community can become a leader.
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