In September 2021, the City Council adopted the Austin Climate Equity Plan, including the bold and aggressive goal of equitably reaching net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and emphasizing cutting carbon-emissions by 2030. We’re already severely behind on Austin’s climate plan, with Austin Energy responsible for nearly 1/3 of Austin’s emissions—the Fayette coal plant alone emits 77% of AE’s emissions and 1/4 of all city emissions. This means we need to catch up to get back on track, not build more fossil fuel plants.
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The community wants and needs 100% clean energy as soon as possible—we need a carbon-free goal of 2030 if affordable, and 2035 at the latest.
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We need to prioritize local solar and battery storage.
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We need to help folks save energy in their homes and provide financial incentives to cut down their electricity usage.
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Create pathways for participation in distributed energy management systems, like solar, storage, demand response and EV-charging
Please send your message to Austin City Council Members and Mayor today!
Once you've taken action, read the Austin Climate Equity Plan HERE!
