Climate Action Plan Update 2024
The Office of Sustainability implements the City of South Bend’s 2019 Climate Action Plan (CAP), Carbon Neutral 2050. It is time to update the plan!
What is a climate action plan?: A framework or "roadmap" to help us address the climate emergency at the local level. It will help South Bend to:
- Eliminate pollution associated with climate change
- Adapt to a changing climate
- Encourage and inform a “just transition”
What the CAP doesn’t do: Directly define or establish specific programs or budget specifically for Office of Sustainability programs
Delta Institute, a Midwest-based organization, will help us create South Bend's updated, 5-year Climate Action Plan. Delta Institute collaborates with communities to solve complex environmental challenges throughout the Midwest. They address Midwestern environmental, economic, and climate challenges today, so that our home and region are more resilient, equitable, and innovative tomorrow.
Help Us Map Climate Action Assets & Challenges!
Put a pin on the map! Leave a comment on why that location is an asset or a challenge for climate action. Thank you!
Asset: Something that South Bend has "in the pocket" to work with to take climate action. This may include organizations, businesses, parks, etc. Help us identify the positive things that are already here in South Bend!
Challenge: Where should we focus attention during the climate action planning process? Is there an area that you know is prone to flooding or gets extra hot during the summer? Put a marker on the map!