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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPresentation (2) 05/02/2016Presentation • i DATE: May 2, 2016 TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council through City Manager FROM: Scott M. Duiven, Senior Planner SUBJECT: Public Review Draft: Climate Action 2020 RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council receive the presentation from the Regional Climate Protection Agency on the Public Review Draft of the Climate Action 2020 and provide input. BACKGROUND In May of 2013, the City Manager executed a memoranda of agreement to participate in the County -wide Greenhouse Gas Reduction Implementation Program, subsequently renamed Climate Action 2020. Climate Action 2020 is a collaborative effort among all nine cities and the County of Sonoma to take further action in reducing GHG emissions. Through this program, participating jurisdictions will achieve compliance with Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) guidelines and related policies that establish reduction targets for GHG emissions, including AB 32, CEQA, and local GHG reduction goals. Building upon the climate protection efforts and goals established in the 2008 Community Climate Action Plan created by the Climate Protection Campaign, the goal of Climate Action 2020 is to update all municipal and community -wide GHG inventories, evaluate emission targets, and to create an implementation plan to reach those targets. The updated Climate Action Plan developed for each jurisdiction is tailored to its specific circumstances but benefits from a county -wide perspective. The Regional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA) has been working with a countywide Staff Working Group and under the direction of the RCPA Board of Directors to develop a proposed Public Review Draft Climate Action 2020 Plan: A Regional Program for Sonoma County Communities. The purpose of this presentation is to provide an overview of the draft plan, introduce the proposed elements that are specific to Petaluma, and to seek direction from the City Council regarding whether the proposed approach for Petaluma's contributions to Climate Action 2020 can be modified to better reflect local opportunities, priorities, or constraints. Of particular interest, RCPA staff is seeking input on the local measures selected for Petaluma. The public is encouraged to review the plan and provide comments by going to the RCPA's website at: www.repa.ca.gov. Staff from the RCPA will be present to receive comments that will inform edits made to the draft before publication later in 2016 for adoption hearings to be held in Petaluma and around the county later this year. A printed copy of the Public Review Draft Climate Action 2020 Plan: A Regional Program for Sonoma County Communities and its Appendices are available for review at Petaluma City Hall. DISCUSSION Climate Action 2020 is a regional greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction implementation program for Sonoma County communities. It is a collaborative effort among all 9 cities and the County of Sonoma to take further actions to reduce GHG emissions community -wide. The approach called for in the draft plan is for each local government to contribute measures towards a countywide greenhouse gas reduction target of 25% below 1990 levels by 2020, on a path towards a long term goal of 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. The purpose of the project is for all jurisdictions to commit to a consistent framework for climate action and commit to implementing locally appropriate measures by adopting the plan. The effort is led by the RCPA and has been advanced by a Staff Working Group comprised of planning staff from each of the ten jurisdictions of Sonoma County. The project has also been built upon the input and recommendations received through a countywide Stakeholder Advisory Group (comprised of citizen representatives from around the county as appointed by the RCPA Board), public workshops in each jurisdiction, numerous community group presentations and events, and an online survey. The purpose of the project is to develop a community -wide climate action plan for all of Sonoma County to comply with State expectations (Global Warming Solutions Act - AB32), achieve our locally adopted goals, take the next step towards a long -term low carbon future, and provide for new development that is consistent with climate goals. The project has been funded in part by a grant from the Strategic Growth Council that has provided for Petaluma staff time, RCPA staff time for regional project management, and technical consulting resources. Progress to Date The following project milestones have been achieved: • Countywide greenhouse gas inventory data has been collected and analyzed, resulting in historic emissions back - casts, 2010 inventories, and business -as -usual forecasts for each community across the primary local activities that generate GHGs. • Research into and analysis of existing policies and programs throughout Sonoma County was completed to understand how existing efforts will advance local climate goals. • Three Stakeholder Advisory Group meetings were convened to review inventories, forecasts, targets, and candidate reduction measures, as well as to discuss local climate impacts. • Sector specific Ad Hoc committees comprised of Stakeholder Advisory Group members were held to get into the details of sector specific analysis and measure definitions. • One noticed public meeting was held in each jurisdiction to introduce the project and solicit input on community priorities; an online forum was established to solicit comments and share updates. 2 • Over 30 additional presentations on the project were given to community groups at their request, including Chambers of Commerce, Rotaries, HOAs, non - profits, etc. • A draft list of local measures (that will complement existing local measures, State actions, and regional actions) was identified through these staff, stakeholder, and public engagement processes. • Draft measures were built into a GHG reduction planning tool, customized for each jurisdiction, so planning staff could select an appropriate package of measures with appropriate parameters to evaluate for potential inclusion in the draft plan; the tool yields the potential annual impact of each measure in the year 2020 in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e). • A draft countywide reduction target of 25% below 1990 levels by 2020 was proposed by the Staff Working Group and approved by the RCPA Board; the recommendation was shaped by previously adopted local targets, state expectations, the scientific imperative of climate change, forecasts for GHG emissions growth, and analysis of the impact of reduction measures identified for possible implementation in each community. • All of these efforts have been rolled into a complete Public Review Draft of the Climate Action 2020 Plan, which is being presented to Petaluma and around the county in order to receive early feedback and direction on how to make the plan a better reflection of climate action opportunities and priorities in Petaluma. Highlights from the Public Review Draft Greenhouse gas inventories demonstrate that in the absence of new actions, Sonoma County emissions will return to and exceed historic levels by 2020: • Countywide emissions in 1990: —4 million MTCO2e • Countywide emissions in 2010: —3.7 million MTCO2e (10% below 1990) • Countywide emissions forecast in 2020 without action: —4.4 million MTCO2e (10% above 1990) • Countywide emissions target for 2020: —3 million MTCO2e (25% below 1990) The countywide goal of 25% below 1990 levels is achievable through a combination of state, regional, and local actions, if we work as a region. • Variable growth rates since 1990, and an emphasis on city centered growth in Sonoma County, make the 25% below 1990 levels target more difficult to achieve in some communities than in others; therefore the RCPA has proposed a target of 25 % below 1990 levels countywide. Each jurisdiction will contribute to the regional goal by adopting a suite of local measures. • State actions already underway will contribute 52% of the reductions needed to keep emissions under 3 million MTCO2e in 2020. • Actions under local governance will be responsible for the remaining 48% of reductions needed to achieve the local target. These actions include contributions from regional collaborations that are already in place or moving forward outside of Climate Action 3 2020, including SMART, Sonoma Clean Power, the PACE Financing Marketplace, Sonoma County Transportation Authority's Shift Plan, and others. • Local reductions are still needed from local measures that will be implemented by the county and the cities. The Draft Plan was developed to advance 20 goals by 2020: • Each community will contribute to some or all of these goals through local actions. • The Plan allows for flexibility at a local level to define the best ways to advance these goals. Sector Key Goals Building 1. Increase building energy efficiency Energy 2. Increase renewable energy use 1 3. Switch equipment from fossil fuel to electricity Transportation 4. Reduce travel demand through focused growth & Land Use 5. Encourage a shift toward low- carbon transportation options 6. Increase vehicle and equipment fuel efficiency 7. Encourage a shift toward low- carbon fuels in vehicles and equipment 8. Reduce idling Solid Waste 9. Increase solid waste diversion Generation 10. Increase capture and use of methane from landfills Water 11. Reduce water consumption Conveyance & 12. Increase recycled water and greywater use Wastewater 13. Increase water and wastewater infrastructure efficiency Treatment 14. Increase use of renewable energy in water and wastewater systems Livestock & 15. Reduce emissions from livestock operations Fertilizer 16. Reduce emissions from fertilizer use Advanced 17. Protect and enhance the value of open and working lands Climate 18. Promote sustainable agriculture Initiatives 1 19. Increase carbon sequestration 20. Reduce emissions from consumption of goods and services, including food in The goals focus primarily on the largest local sources of GHGs: Sources of GHG Emissions in Sonoma County It is recommended that Petaluma help advance Climate Action 2020 goals by supporting State and Regional actions, and implementing 24 local measures. The plan has been structured to allow Petaluma to adopt measures that are appropriate based on community priorities and unique needs or opportunities. The suite of proposed measures included in the Public Review Draft for Petaluma is based on a combination of public outreach meetings, existing policy guidance, staff expertise, and consultant analysis of existing measures and new measure potential, a desire for regional consistency, possibility to generate co- benefits, and best practices for local actions. The specific approach to implementing measures selected by Petaluma is at the discretion of the City Council. Some measures can be implemented through voluntary or mandatory approaches, or through different strategies to incentivize or promote behavior change. By pursuing local strategies within a regional planning framework, Petaluma is able to benefit fiom implementation support from the RCPA and the process of evaluating emissions, identifying and evaluating strategies, developing strategies for implementation, and monitoring progress can be done much more efficiently than if Petaluma implemented a CAP alone. Staff is bringing the Public Review Draft to the City Council for direction on the proposed measure contributions for Petaluma. The Plan is focused on near term actions, and getting measures in place by 2020 that will put all of Sonoma County on a path towards longer term GHG targets. • Demonstrating consistency with the current State Scoping Plan (AB 32) is an important goal for the project; however the plan significantly exceeds expectations for GHG reductions and sets up Petaluma for success in the next stage of State Climate Action, despite the lack of clarity surrounding what will follow AB 32. • The Plan proposes new long term goals of 40% below 1990 by 2030 and 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. These reductions are consistent with most leading policy goals for climate action. • Measures proposed for Petaluma will provide reduction benefits well beyond the calendar year of 2020. By adopting the Climate Action Plan later this year, Petaluma will be able to streamline the review of GHG impacts from new development. • The Plan includes a model consistency checklist that may be used by City staff to review the significance of new development with respect to GHG emissions. If a project can't demonstrate consistency with the CAP, it will still be required to conduct project specific GHG analysis and mitigation strategies at the City's discretion. • It is important that new development incorporate climate action strategies and reflect lower- carbon growth, however success in achieving targets will be overwhelmingly dependent on reducing emissions from existing sources. • The RCPA will serve as Lead Agency and will develop and certify the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) associated with the Plan. The ,City of Petaluma will review the EIR and if it is determined to be adequate, may act as a Responsible Agency and use the consistency checklist to review new development. The Draft EIR was released on March 21, 2016. Hearings and the comment process will be noticed and posted on the RCPA website: rcpa.ca.gov. The implementation of measures will rely on collaboration, and the RCPA is well positioned to support members. Climate change affects everyone and opportunities to address it do not fall neatly within political boundaries. Working together ensures that resources are efficiently deployed to solve the problem, policies are clear and consistent, and each actor is doing what it can to advance common goals. The RCPA and other regional entities will support Petaluma by: pursuing funding, convening stakeholder conversations about measure design, researching best practices, drafting measure templates, collecting, analyzing, and reporting data, and engaging community members in the design of specific strategies. 101 The implementation fi°ameworkproposed includes monitoring and adaptive management to track progress and evaluate priorities for future programs. Monitoring will be led by the RCPA with support from Petaluma staff who will be asked to provide data and updates on the status of measure implementation, at least once per year. Funding and financing tools will continue to be essential in expanding the impact of local climate actions. • The RCPA will work with Petaluma and the other communities of Sonoma County to secure financial resources to support investments in climate solutions, particularly those that generate positive return for local communities. The Draft Plan also provides an updated analysis of local climate risks and 9 goals for climate resilience. A detailed report: Climate Ready Sonoma County: Climate Hazards and Vulnerabilities was published as an earlier element of the project. Highlights from the report are included in the Draft CAP, along with goals for climate resilience that were developed with input from the SAG and two large public forums on climate adaptation. This risk assessment and resilience goals will serve as the foundation for future projects between the RCPA and Petaluma to reduce local vulnerability to climate change. Schedule and Next Steps • March — May — Public presentations made at each local governing body; public comment period on Draft CAP open • April — Draft EIR released for comment • April — May — 45 Day public comment period on Draft EIR open • May — TBD — RCPA and SWG respond to direction and comments • TBD — RCPA publishes final draft CAP and EIR for adoption and certification • TBD — Cities and County adopt Final CAP FINANCIAL IMPACTS The project has been funded in part by a grant from the Strategic Growth Council that has provided for Petaluma staff time, RCPA staff time for regional project management, and technical consulting resources. ATTACHMENTS 1. Local Measures under Consideration. 2. Community Co- Benefits. 3. Achieving the Countywide Emissions Reduction Target. 7 4. Climate Action 2020: A Regional Program for Sonoma County Communities (Executive Summary). 5. Climate Action 2020: A Regional Program for Sonoma County Communities (Chapter 1 the Framework for Sonoma County Climate Action). 6. Climate Action 2020: A Regional Program for Sonoma County Communities (Chapter 5.4 The City of Petaluma) 7. CA2020 Presentation ® Items listed below are large in volume and are not attached to this report, but may be viewed in the City Clerk's office. 1. The complete Public Review Draft Climate Action Plan and Appendices can also be downloaded at: http: / /repa.ca. oy /projects /climate- action -2020/ Attachment 1 ra.Doa-*!�� CA2020: Local Measures under Consideration REGIONAL CLIMATE PROTECTION AUTHORITY Sector Local Measures in CA2020 1. Expand the Green Building Ordinance Energy Code (1 -1-1) 2. Outdoor Lighting (1 -1-2) 3. Shade -Tree Planting (1 -L3) Building 4. Co- Generation Facilities (1 -L4) ®� 5, Solar in New Residential Development (2 -L1) 0 � Energy 6. Solar in Existing Residential Buildings (2 -1-2), 7. Solar in New Nonresidential Developments (2 -L3); 8, Solar in Existing Nonresidential Buildings (2 -1-4) 9. Convert to Electric Water Heating (3 -L1) 10. Mixed -Use Development in City Centers and along Transit Corridors (4 -1-1) 11. Increase Transit Accessibility (4 -1-2) 12. Supporting Land Use Measures (4 -1-3) 13. Affordable Housing Linked to Transit (4 -1-4) 14. Local Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs (5 -1-1) 15. Carpool Incentives and Ride - Sharing Program (5 -1-2) Transport. 16, Guaranteed Ride Home (5 -L3) & Land Use E 17. Supporting Bicycle /Pedestrian Measures (5 -1-4) 18. Traffic Calming (5 -1-5) 19. Parking Policies (5 -1-6) 20. Supporting Parking Policy Measures (5 -1-7) 21. Electric Vehicle Charging Station Program (7 -1-1) 22. Electrify Construction Equipment (7 -L2) 23. Idling Ordinance (8 -L1) 24. Idling Ordinance for Construction Equipment (842) Solid Waste 25, Create Construction & Demolition Reuse and Recycling Ordinance (9 -Li) Generation 0 26. SB X7 -7 - Water Conservation Act of 2009 (11 -1-1) 27. Water Conservation for New Construction (11 -L2) Water& 28. Water Conservation for Existing Buildings (11 -1-3) Wastewater 29. Greywater Use (12 -1-1) 30. Green Energy for Water Production and Wastewater Processing in Healdsburg and Cloverdale (14 -1-1) Livestock& �� County measures Advanced Fertilizer} only Climate l'I)rr No local measures Initiatives The ten italic measures are new; otherwise the plan relies on increasing participation in existing efforts. The measure number corresponds to the goal and actor, i.e. (7 -L2) is the second local measure to advance goal 7. rcpo,-a*> CA2020: Community Co- Benefits REGIONAL CLIMATE PROTECTION AUTHORITY Co- Benefit Key Description Energy Measures to increase energy efficiency can reduce energy costs and lessen the impact of future energy price increases on county Savings businesses and residents. Reducing petroleum and natural gas use through efficiency and fuel switching also reduce dependence on imported energy and the environmental impacts of fossil energy exploration, production, and transportation. Air Quality Measures to reduce or eliminate the combustion of fossil fuels can reduce local and regional air quality challenges caused by ozone, Improvements carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter. These air pollutants cause damage to people, ecosystems, and infrastructure. Public Health Measures that improve air quality create benefits for public health, by reducing pollutants that irritate respiratory systems, exacerbate Improvements asthma, and affect the heart. Measures that increase use of active transportation and enhance public open spaces can improve health by encouraging walking, biking, and outdoor recreation. Job Creation Measures to retrofit buildings, build and operate local and distributed renewable energy systems, increase transit use, increase waste v diversion, and other strategies that rely on local labor can create opportunities for the workforce and retain dollars to be reinvested in the local economy. i Recycling and waste diversion measures reduce material ° consumption and the need for landfill space. Water efficiency Conserve `��'�' Conservation Y measures reduce water demand and preserve water resources. Land use measures conserve natural resources and protect the long -term viability of natural and working landscapes in the county. Open space preservation also offers aesthetic and recreational benefits for community residents as well as habitatfor native wildlife and plants. Sustainable agriculture practices will help preserve agricultural productivity and ecological health. 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Sonoma County communities are established leaders in locally - based efforts to combat global climate change, and this Climate Action Plan (CAP) takes another step forward as local governments and regional agencies commit to concrete actions that will further reduce countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions and create a better future for Sonoma County, ES.2 A Call to Action: Climate Change is a Serious Threat, But We Know What to Do Given the magnitude of human - induced climate change and the projected catastrophic effects from continued global warming, reducing GHG emissions has become an environmental and societal imperative. This CAP is needed because, despite local and state leadership, GHG emissions in Sonoma County will continue to grow without additional action. The chart below shows how emissions in various sectors are forecast to increase if a "business -as- usual" approach is taken. 6,000,000 5,000,000 v N 4,000,000 t— c 3,000,000 E LL, M F 2,000,000 1,000,000 0 1990 2010 2015 2020 2040 2050 Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES -1 Public Review Draft Wastewater Treatment w Water Conveyance n Off -Road Transportation and Equipment Fertilizer and Livestock Solid Waste Generation Building Energy ti On -Road Transportation March 2016 RCPA Climate Action 2020 begins anew phase of local climate action by focusing on near -term actions that will be implemented through 2020 to achieve a 25% reduction in regional GHG emissions (compared to 1990 levels). The figure below shows 1990 emissions (known as a "backcast "), emissions from the 2010 inventory, and projected GHG increases if no action is taken (BAU), as well as the GHG reduction target under this CAP. 5,000,000 1990 Inventor 3,966,300 MTCOZe 4,500,000 4,000,000 3,500,000 v 3,000,000 N u2,500,000 2 2,000,000 1,500,000 1,000,000 500,000 2010 Inventory 3,658,900 MTCOZe 1990 2010 2020 BAU Emissions ,395,200 MTCOZe GHG Reductions Needed to Meet Target G Reduction Target 4,700 MTCOZe This CAP builds on earlier efforts to chart a future that will dramatically reduce countywide GHG emissions. These earlier efforts include the State of California's adoption of AB 32 (2006), which requires statewide GHG emissions to be reduced to 1990 levels by 2020, and more recent executive orders that target even deeper GHG reductions in the future. Here in Sonoma County, community leaders and forward - thinking elected officials throughout Sonoma County worked together to adopt an ambitious GHG reduction target in 2005 and to create the nation's first Regional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA), to coordinate countywide efforts to reduce GHG emissions. In addition, the City of Santa Rosa adopted a Community Climate Action Plan in 2012 and a Municipal Climate Action Plan in 2013. These plans are referenced in this CAP, and their implementation will contribute substantially to regional GHG reductions. Although this CAP does not contain a chapter focused on Santa Rosa, data in the CAP include Santa Rosa to provide a county -wide picture and measure of future needed action. Sonoma County's regional GHG reduction target will be met by combining the new actions described in this CAP with ongoing efforts already underway to accomplish the following 20 goals, grouped together by sector: Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES -2 Public Review Draft March 2016 RCPA Sector Key Goals Building Energy Water 1. Increase building energy efficiency Reduce water consumption ® 2. e Increase renewable energy use Increase recycled water and greywater use Wastewater 3. Switch equipment from fossil fuel to electricity Transportation Treatment 4. Reduce travel demand through focused growth &Land Use Livestock& 5. Encourage a shift toward low - carbon transportation options Reduce emissions from livestock operations m 6. Increase vehicle and equipment fuel efficiency Reduce emissions from fertilizer use Advanced 7. Encourage a shift toward low- carbon fuels in vehicles and equipment Protect and enhance the value of open and working lands Climate 8. Reduce idling Solid Waste Initiatives 9. Increase solid waste diversion Generation 10. Increase capture and use of methane from landfills ES.3 A Regional Approach to Reducing GHG Emissions If ever an issue called for coordinated, multi - partnereffort, it is climate change; progress depends on Sonoma County communities working together. Although state programs will be essential to meeting Sonoma County's GHG reduction goal, long -term regional collaboration will be needed to meet long -term goals. A regional GHG reduction goal —as opposed to individual goals for each jurisdiction— recognizes the shared nature of the challenge as well as the fact that Sonoma County communities each have a different capacity to achieve GHG reductions. This CAP identifies 14 GHG reduction measures for local agency implementation. Each city and the County selected the specific measures to include in their jurisdiction's commitments. This CAP also includes GHG reduction measures that will be implemented by regional entities that can provide some services and resources on behalf of all communities more efficiently than the individual jurisdictions can on their own, especially the smaller cities. Examples include the RCPA and Sonoma Clean Power, which provides electricity with lower carbon content. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES -3 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA j Water 11. Reduce water consumption Conveyance & 12. Increase recycled water and greywater use Wastewater 13. Increase water and wastewater infrastructure efficiency Treatment 14. Increase use of renewable energy in water and wastewater systems Livestock& 15. Reduce emissions from livestock operations Fertilizer 16. Reduce emissions from fertilizer use Advanced 17. Protect and enhance the value of open and working lands Climate + €� �;�. 18. Promote sustainable agriculture Initiatives � 19. Increase carbon sequestration 20. Reduce emissions from consumption of goods and services, including food ES.3 A Regional Approach to Reducing GHG Emissions If ever an issue called for coordinated, multi - partnereffort, it is climate change; progress depends on Sonoma County communities working together. Although state programs will be essential to meeting Sonoma County's GHG reduction goal, long -term regional collaboration will be needed to meet long -term goals. A regional GHG reduction goal —as opposed to individual goals for each jurisdiction— recognizes the shared nature of the challenge as well as the fact that Sonoma County communities each have a different capacity to achieve GHG reductions. This CAP identifies 14 GHG reduction measures for local agency implementation. Each city and the County selected the specific measures to include in their jurisdiction's commitments. This CAP also includes GHG reduction measures that will be implemented by regional entities that can provide some services and resources on behalf of all communities more efficiently than the individual jurisdictions can on their own, especially the smaller cities. Examples include the RCPA and Sonoma Clean Power, which provides electricity with lower carbon content. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES -3 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA j ES.4 Putting This Climate Action Plan to Work Through this CAP, Sonoma County communities have set an ambitious target for GHG emissions reduction, one that will require decisive and timely action by the local partners. The RCPA will coordinate and facilitate implementation actions by the cities and the county, and regional agencies. Each city and the county will develop its own implementation team for the actions that will occur at the local government level. Monitoring and Adaptive Management. To ensure that GHG reduction efforts are effective and to adapt to changing technologies, regulations, and community behavior, the CAP calls for ongoing monitoring and adaptive management. Two interim GHG emissions inventories will be completed before 2020 and the RCPA Board will conduct a mid - course review to identify changes that may be needed to stay on- target. Equally important, the results of the interim inventories and the mid - course review will be reported to the community. This CAP is one part of a much longerterm GHG reduction effort. Even with the ambitious GHG reduction goal in this CAP, further actions will be needed to meet longer -term goals. Thus, in adopting this CAP, the RCPA will also adopt goals to reduce GHG emissions by 40% (compared to 1990) by 2030, and by 80% by 2050, which will necessitate another phase of climate action planning after 2020. The good news is that the actions in this CAP will put the county on a solid trajectory for achieving the longer term goals. Sonoma County Greenhouse Gas Emissions Pathways 6,000,000 Business as Usual 5,000,000 AB32 2020 Target @ o m e 4,000,000 1 v Sonoma State Measures p Only (to 2020) 3,000,000 0 0 u 2,000,000 v Sonoma /CA2020Trend ®A® 5 -03.05 2050 Target 1,000,000 0 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050 ES.5 How Will This Plan Help Sonoma County Residents and Businesses? Reducing GHG Emissions is Good Business. Reducing GHG emissions will save money for Sonoma County residents and business owners. Weatherizing or adding solar to existing homes, for example, creates construction jobs and cuts residents' utility bills. When businesses increase Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES -4 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA energy efficiency or add on -site renewable energy generation, they reduce operating costs and employ electricians, engineers, builders and plumbers. Sonoma County businesses are already exporting the products and services they develop to respond to climate change. For example, California Clean Power is a new local business that helps other cities launch community choice aggregation programs. As the world moves to a low- carbon economy and invests in climate -ready communities, Sonoma County businesses will reap the rewards of their leadership. Reducing GHG Emissions Supports Other Community Goals (Co- benefits). Implementing the CAP will result in environmental and community co- benefits that go beyond GHG emissions reductions. For example, many of the actions will improve public health by reducing air pollutants like ozone, carbon monoxide, and fine particulates. Reduction measures focused on reducing energy use in the transportation and building energy sectors can help lessen the impact of future energy cost increases. Even with strong action to reduce GHG emissions, climate- related changes to natural and human systems cannot be avoided entirely. Sonoma County is already experiencing some of these effects, including higher temperatures and more variable rainfall. In response, this CAP also establishes goals for improving climate resilience in three key community resource areas: people and social systems; built systems; and natural and working lands. Many of the strategies to reduce emissions will also help strengthen climate resilience too. The measures in this CAP provide an opportunity to reduce carbon emissions and achieve a diverse range of community co- benefits, identified in the plan with these icons: Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES 5 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA z Energy Savings Air Quality Improvements Public Health Improvements .i Job Creation Resource Conservation 0 Cost Savings @ Climate Resilience Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES 5 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA z ES.6 How Can Sonoma County Residents Help? Learn about your household carbon footprint. The everyday activities of Sonoma County residents result in GHG emissions, including driving a vehicle, using fossil fuels to light and heat homes, and throwing away household garbage. This CAP focuses on actions that will be taken by cities and the County. Residents can help by supporting local adoption of these actions and participating in the programs that will result from this CAP (see below). In addition to municipal programs, residents can also learn about their household carbon footprint and ways to reduce GHG emissions through their own actions - such as driving an electric vehicle, installing solar or buying electricity from Sonoma Clean Power. Participate in programs to reduce local emissions. The good news is that while human activities are a major climate change driver, we can also be part of the solution. Sonoma County residents can make impactful choices and changes in their daily lives such as changing lightbulbs to CFLs or LEDs, sealing and insulating their homes, reusing and/or recycling materials that might otherwise be thrown away, and using water more efficiently. Residents can also choose to buy items made from local, renewable materials and make other low - carbon lifestyle choices, such as walking or biking, using public transportation, or eating less meat and more local vegetables. This CAP identifies some of the resources available to Sonoma County residents to help make these changes. ES.7 Public Outreach and Community Engagement This CAP was prepared with input from community members, elected officials, and staff from the partner agencies. Ten open house -style public workshops were held, including one in each city. These meetings solicited public input on the types of reduction measures that should be included in the CAP. The role of local governments in addressing climate change and reducing GHG emissions was also discussed. The community dialogue that has begun with preparation of this plan will continue throughout implementation of the GHG emissions reduction measures. To help guide the CAP development process, the RCPA board of directors also selected a Stakeholder Advisory Group to represent a diversity of viewpoints and technical expertise from each jurisdiction. Three representatives from each city and two representatives from each county supervisorial district were selected; some representatives had input from city councils, though none were elected officials themselves. The Group met five times at key milestones during the project. All meetings were open to the public and each meeting included an opportunity for the public to provide comments. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan ES -6 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA Chapter 1 Sonoma County Action 1.1 Introduction Human - induced climate change is a global challenge that demands action at every level, including local government. Sonoma County communities are established leaders in locally based efforts to combat global climate change, and this Climate Action Plan takes another step forward as local governments and regional agencies commit to concrete actions that will further reduce countywide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and create a better future for Sonoma County. These local actions will combine with state and regional actions to reduce community GHG emissions to 25% below 1990 levels by 2020 and make substantial progress toward even greater reductions beyond 2020. These local actions will also advance many other community priorities such as economic resilience, public health, water efficiency, air quality, and overall quality of life. 1.2 A Call to Action 1.2.1 Climate Change Is a Serious Threat, But We Know What to Do Sonoma County has long recognized the need for local action to help meet the global challenge of climate change. The first phase of local climate action included all nine cities and the County setting a goal of reducing GHG emissions by 25% (compared to 1990 levels) by 2015. Although that ambitious goal was not accompanied by a formal plan, local leaders took initial actions that have made real progress toward reducing countywide GHG emissions, including a community climate action plan prepared by the community -based Center for Climate Protection and local government programs like Sonoma Clean Power (SCP) and the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program. Climate Action 2020 (CA2020) begins a new phase of local climate action by updating the countywide GHG reduction goal and focusing on near -term actions that will be implemented through 2020. These actions will substantially reduce emissions in the short term and put Sonoma County on a solid trajectory to achieve deeper GHG reductions that will be needed to meet the goal of reducing emissions by 80% by 2050. After 2020, another phase of local climate action planning will be needed to continue and expand the actions in CA2020 and to explore new strategies to meet longer -term GHG reduction goals. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 1 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA f ' ', Climate Change Science: A Primer Although changes in global climate have been recorded throughout history, there is strong consensus among the scientific community that recent changes are the result of GHG emissions created by the burning of fossil fuels and other human activity. The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in its 2014 assessment, observed that human influence on the climate system is clear, and recent increases in GHGs emissions are the highest in history. Each of the lastthree decades has been successively warmer at the Earth's surface than any preceding decade since 1850. Accord i ng to the IPCC: Anthropogenic (man -made) greenhouse gas emissions have increased since the pre- industrial era, driven largely by economic and population growth, and are now higher than ever. This has led to atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide, methane (CHa), and nitrous oxide (N20) that are unprecedented in at least the last 800,000 years. Their effects, together with those of other anthropogenic drivers, have been detected throughout the climate system and are extremely likely to have been the dominant cause of the observed warming since the mid -20th century. Even a relatively small increase in global temperatures can dramatically affect human and natural systems. According to the IPCC, "an increase in the global average temperature of 2 °C (3.6 °F) above pre- industrial levels, which is only 1.1 °C (2.0 °F) above present levels, poses severe risks to natural systems and human health and wellbeing." The warming climate is directly related to the amount of GHG in the atmosphere, typically expressed in terms of parts per million (ppm) of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). Many have called for stabilizing atmospheric GHG concentrations at 450 ppm CO2e (California Air Resources Board 2014b). However, with GHG concentrations now at or above 479 ppm CO2e, natural systems and human health and wellbeing are already at high risk (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 2014). Here in Sonoma County, those risks include increased flooding, wild land fires, and economic disruption. To have an even chance of stabilizing GHG concentrations at450 ppm CO2e, global GHG emissions would have to decline by about 50% (compared with 2000 levels) by 2050. Given a more limited capacity to reduce emissions in developing countries, stabilizing at 450 ppm CO2e will require industrialized countries, including the United States, to reduce their emissions by approximately 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. Strong action is needed to avoid serious damage to human wellbeing and natural systems. Individuals and communities need to determine how much and how fast they are willing to change energy use and implement other actions to achieve long -term GHG reductions. Discussions about human - induced climate change often focus on the role of carbon. This is because carbon dioxide (CO2) is the primary GHG emitted through human activities and accounts for about 82% of all U.S. GHG emissions. Therefore, terms like "atmospheric carbon," "carbon - neutral," or "low- carbon" are often heard in climate change discussions. However, human influence on the climate is actually driven by six primary gases, including CO2. These gases each have different potential to trap heat and remain in the atmosphere (expressed as Global Warming Potential, or GWP). For example, whereas CO2 has a GWP of 1, nitrous oxide (N20) has a GWP of Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-2 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA 265, This means that, pound for pound, N20 is 265 times more powerful as a global warming agent than CO2. But because there are far more CO2 emissions than N20 emissions, CO2 is still the greatest GHG concern overall. See Table 1.2 -1 for a comparison of global warming potential from the six GHG gases. Table 1.2 -1. Principal GHG Emissions Notes: GWPs listed here are 100 -year values without carbon- climate feedbacks. ppm = parts per million ppb = parts per billion ppt= parts pertrillion Sources: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 2013; Biasing 2014. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-3 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA � Global Warming Atmospheric Atmospheric Greenhouse Gas Primary Emissions Sources Potential (GWP)a Lifetime Abundance (years) Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Burning of fossil fuels 1 50 -200 394 ppm Gas flaring Cement production Land use changes (reducing the amount of forested land or vegetated areas) Deforestation Methane (CH4) Agricultural practices 28 12.4 1,893 ppb Natural gas combustion Landfill outgassing Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Agricultural practices 265 121 326 ppb Nylon production Gas -fired power plant operations Nitric acid production Vehicle emissions Perfluorinated Aluminum production 6,630- 11,100 10,000- 4.2 -79.0 ppt Carbons (CF4, C2F6) Semiconductor manufacturing 50,000 Sulfur Hexafluoride Power distribution 23,500 3,200 7.8 ppt (SF6) Semiconductor manufacturing Magnesium processing Hydrofluorocarbons Consumer products (aerosol 138 - 12,400 1.5 -222 3.9 -75 ppt (HFC -23, HFC -134a, sprays, such as air fresheners, HFC -152a) deodorants, hair products, etc.) Automobile air - conditioners Refrigerants Notes: GWPs listed here are 100 -year values without carbon- climate feedbacks. ppm = parts per million ppb = parts per billion ppt= parts pertrillion Sources: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 2013; Biasing 2014. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-3 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA � To provide a consistent framework, GHG emissions are usually quantified in terms of metric tons (MT) of CO2e per year, which accounts for the relative warming capacity of each gas. All GHGs in the emissions inventory and reduction measures are presented in terms of MTCO2e. For more information on the latest climate science and IPCC research, visit http : / /www.iDCC.ch. Sonoma County Must Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions Based on projections from the 2010 GHG inventory, Sonoma County is not expected to meet the 2015 goal of 25% below 1990 levels. Furthermore, the county's population is projected to increase by 5% between 2010 and 2020, and employment is projected to increase by 13% over the same period. Population and economic growth are the main factors influencing the growth of GHG emissions. Simply put, without additional actions, GHG emissions in 2020 and beyond will not be reduced and could increase because of continued population and economic growth. Therefore, the primary goal of CA2020 is to grow smarter by reducing countywide GHG emissions to a level that is 25% below 1990 emissions by 2020, a target that is well beyond that established in current state law (Assembly Bill 32; see discussion of state regulatory framework in Section 1.2.2, below). This target will be met by combining the new actions described in this Climate Action Plan (CAP) with ongoing efforts already underway and working to achieve reductions in a thoughtful and coordinated manner. In addition to the near -term emission - reduction goal for 2020, CA2020 also includes longer -term goals of reducing emissions by 40% (compared to 1990) by 2030 and by 80% by 2050, which will necessitate another phase of local climate action planning and implementation after 2020. Although the measures contained in this CAP will endure and continue to reduce emissions beyond 2020, even greater effort will be needed to reach the goals for 2030 and 2050. Specific actions needed after 2020 will be heavily influenced by the changes in technology, regulatory mandates, and behavior that will inevitably occur by 2020. An update to CA2020 is therefore included in the implementation plan. Adapting to Climate Change and Building Resilient Communities Actions taken to reduce GHG emissions are commonly referred to as climate mitigation and are the foundation of climate change response; minimizing the extent of climate changes is the most certain way to ensure that communities can respond to them. However, climate- related changes to natural and human systems cannot be avoided entirely. Sonoma County is already experiencing some of these effects, including higher temperatures and more variable rainfall, which results in increased flooding in some years and drought in others. Actions that reduce the community's vulnerability to these and other climate change hazards are collectively referred to as climate adaptation. Adaptation is a fundamental part of the County's overall climate action program and necessaryto build community resilience. While climate mitigation and adaptation have different objectives, many strategies can be used to simultaneously achieve both goals. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan March 2016 Public Review Draft 1 -4 RCPA Chapter 6, Sonoma County Climate Readiness, provides a vulnerability assessment that screens potential climate hazard impacts on three key community resource areas: people and social systems, built systems, and natural and working lands. This analysis provides a starting point for a countywide discussion on climate impacts and vulnerabilities. Strategies already underway to prepare for climate change are also discussed, along with recommendations to increase local climate change resilience. While the focus of CA2020 is on reducing local contributions to climate change, many strategies to reduce emissions will also help strengthen climate resilience. Measures that advance local resilience to climate impacts are identified in Chapter 3, Reducing Community Emissions. Figure 1.2 -1. Building Blocks of Climate Response Addressing symptoms Addressing causes Concept: Sara Moore. Short -term effectiveness Long -term effectiveness Figure 1.2 -1 illustrates the building blocks of climate response. Again, stopping human contributions to climate change is the most important step to minimize the impact of climate change on communities. 1.2.2 Building on Existing Climate Action Efforts The State of California and Sonoma County communities recognized the challenge of climate change and have already taken action to meet the GHG reduction imperative. The challenge is enormous, but Sonoma County is not starting from scratch. CA2020 builds on earlier efforts to chart a future that will dramatically reduce countywide GHG emissions. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 -5 Public Review Draft March 2016 RCPA State Leadership California is a global leader in addressing climate change and reducing GHG emissions. • In 2005, Governor Schwarzenegger signed Executive Order S -03 -05 establishing a long -term goal of reducing GHG emissions by 80% below 1990 levels by 2050.1 • Enacted in 2006, Assembly Bill (AB) 32 requires statewide GHG emissions to be reduced to 1990 levels by 2020. The AB 32 Scoping Plan identifies specific measures for achieving this goal, including recommending that local governments establish GHG reduction goals for both their municipal operations and for the community, consistent with those of the state. In 2015, Governor Brown signed Executive Order B -30 -15 establishing a medium -term goal of reducing GHG emissions by 40% below 1990 levels by 2030. The Governor's order requires the California Air Resources Board (ARB) to update its scoping plan to identify the measures needed to meet the 2030 target; that effort should be completed in late 2016. In addition, the state has adopted key regulations that will help Sonoma County meet its regional emissions reduction goals. Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) - requires greater amounts of renewable energy in electricity generation throughout the state ® Pavley /Advanced Clean Car Program- requires higher gas mileage in new cars sold in California Low - Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) - requires a reduction in the GHG intensity in transportation fuels Cap- and -Trade Program - reduces overall emissions in the electricity generation and transportation fuel sectors More information on these state regulations and their influence on Sonoma County emissions can be found in Chapter 3, Reducing Community Emissions, and in Appendix C. Sonoma County Leadership In Sonoma County, community leaders and forward- thinking elected officials in each city and in county government have worked together to establish strong action on climate change. 1990: Voters approved a sales tax measure to create the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District (SCAPOSD) to preserve agricultural and open space lands throughout the county. Voters overwhelmingly reauthorized the sales tax measure in 2006. 1 Executive orders are binding only on state departments, not on the private sector or local governments. However, pending legislation (Senate Bill 32) would, if approved by the legislature and signed by the governor, adopt the target for 2030 into state law and give the ARB authority to adopt binding long -term GHG targets. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-6 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA • 2001: All Sonoma County communities committed to the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives campaign called Cities for Climate Protection, an international initiative to reduce GHGs through local government action. 2005: The elected leadership in all Sonoma County communities adopted a countywide GHG emissions reduction target of 25% below 1990 levels by 2015. The City of Cotati adopted an even more aggressive goal of 30% below 1990 levels by 2015. 2008: A local community non - profit group, the Climate Protection Campaign (now known as the Center for Climate Protection), developed a Community Climate Action Plan, which was the first community -wide examination of strategies to reduce community -wide GHG emissions. • 2008: Voters in Sonoma (and Marin) County approved a local sales tax measure to fund development of passenger rail service, Sonoma - Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART). 2009: Sonoma County jurisdictions established the nation's first Regional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA), a multi - jurisdictional agency tasked with coordinating countywide efforts to reduce GHGs and become more resilient to climate change. RCPA member jurisdictions and their partners have created and successfully pioneered innovative approaches to climate solutions including Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing, Pay As You Save (PAYS) on -bill repayment for resource efficiency, community choice aggregation, carbon -free water, electric vehicle infrastructure deployment, climate action through conservation, adaptation planning, and more. • 2012: The City of Santa Rosa was the first local government in the county to adopt its own CAP and a new GHG emissions target of 25% below 1990 levels by 2020. Community leadership has resulted in direct actions by the citizens, businesses, and communities in Sonoma County to reduce GHG emissions. For example: • All communities in the county (except Healdsburg, which has its own electric utility) now participate in the local Community Choice Aggregation program, SCP, which provides electricity with a higher renewable energy content than otherwise available. Healdsburg's municipal utility has provided electricity with a large renewable portfolio for many years. • The County established a PACE program known as the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program to help property owners finance energy and water efficiency improvements. This program has reduced GHG emissions equal to taking 3,000 cars off the road and generated enough clean energy to power nearly 6,000 homes for a year. • RCPA and jurisdictions county -wide support energy- efficiency efforts and solar retrofits through a variety of programs. Waste minimization, recycling, and composting programs are already an essential part of resource conservation in the county. • The Sonoma County Water Agency is a leader in innovating low- carbon methods for delivering water supplies and conserving water. Sonoma County Water Agency reached its Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-7 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA goal of a carbon -free water delivery system in 2015, and is also a prominent supporter of energy conservation financing. • Sonoma County is a center for sustainable wine growing and other sustainable agricultural practices. By 2010, Sonoma County communities had reduced countywide GHG emissions to approximately 7% below 1990 levels, even while the county's population grew by 25% and employment grew by 17% between 1990 and 2010. On a percapita basis, county GHG emissions declined approximately 26% over the same period. CA2020 builds on these existing programs and proposes additional measures that the communities can implement to achieve significant GHG emissions reductions within the county as a whole. For a list of strategies that have already been implemented by each community, please refer to Chapter 5, Community Greenhouse Gas Profiles and Emissions Reductions for202O. 1.2.3 How Will this Plan Help Sonoma County Residents and Businesses? Reducing GHG Emissions Is No Longer Optional Given the magnitude of human - induced climate change and the projected catastrophic effects from continued global warming, reducing GHG emissions has become an environmental and societal imperative. In response, GHG reduction mandates from the state and, increasingly, from the federal government will require local government action. In California, state legislation (AB 32) with a mandate to reduce GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020 is only the beginning; much sharper GHG reductions are needed to protect our environment, our health, and our economy from the potentially catastrophic effects of increasing global temperatures. CA2020 is intended to help Sonoma County communities respond to the climate change imperative as well as legal mandates. Reducing GHG Emissions Is Good Business Reducing GHG emissions will make Sonoma County businesses more efficient and will save money for residents and business owners. Weatherizing or adding solar to existing homes, for example, creates construction jobs and cuts residents' utility bills. When businesses increase energy efficiency or add on -site renewable energy generation, they reduce operating costs and employ electricians, engineers, builders, and plumbers. For example, a locally owned quarry (Mark West Quarry) recently hired a local solar energy company to install a solar array that will pay for itself in only seven years by cutting the company's energy bills in half. The Sonoma County Green Business Program recognizes and promotes businesses that operate in an environmentally responsible way, including reducing their carbon footprints. Sonoma County businesses are already exporting the products and services they develop to respond to climate change. For example, Petaluma -based Enphase has become a worldwide leader in micro - inverter technology Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan March 2016 Public Review Draft 1 $ RCPA used in solar photovoltaic systems. As the world moves to a low- carbon economy and invests in climate -ready communities, Sonoma County businesses will reap the rewards of their leadership. As described in more detail in Section 1.5, CA2020 will also facilitate a more streamlined environmental review process for future development projects that incorporate its GHG reduction measures. Reducing GHG Emissions Supports Other Community Goals Implementing CA2020 will result in environmental and community "co- benefits" that go beyond GHG emissions reductions. For example, many of the actions will improve public health by reducing air pollutants like ozone, carbon monoxide, and fine particulates. Measures to improve mobility and alternative modes of transportation will increase walking and biking, activities that substantially lower the incidence of disease. These changes can also complement and encourage other sustainable modes of transportation, including public transit. The GHG reduction measures in this CAP create community co- benefits in a variety of ways. • GHG reduction measures in the Building Energy and Transportation sectors will reduce electricity and gasoline usage, which can help lessen the impact of future energy cost increases on county businesses and residents. • Reducing gasoline consumption also reduces dependence on foreign oil and the environmental impacts of oil exploration, production, and transportation. • Recycling and waste diversion measures will also reduce material consumption and the need for landfill space. • Water efficiency measures will reduce water use in a water - constrained future and adapts to the long -term hydrological effects of climate change. • Land use measures in CA2020 will conserve natural resources and protect the long -term viability of natural and working landscapes in the county. • Open space preservation also offers aesthetic and recreational benefits for community residents as well as habitat for native wildlife and plants. • Sustainable agriculture and wine - making practices will help preserve agricultural soil fertility and protect water quality. The measures in this CAP provide an opportunity to lower carbon emissions and achieve a diverse range of community co- benefits. Anticipated community co- benefits associated with CA2020 are listed in Table 1.2 -2. Chapter 3, Reducing Community Emissions, provides additional information on the relevant co- benefits for each CAP sector and goals. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-9 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA Table 1.2 -2. Community Co- Benefits Co- Benefit Key Description Measures to increase energy efficiency can reduce energy costs and lessen the impact Energy Savings of future energy price increases on county businesses and residents. Reducing petroleum and natural gas use through efficiency and fuel switching also reduce dependence on imported energy and the environmental impacts of fossil energy exploration, production, and transportation. Air Quality Measures to reduce or eliminate the combustion of fossil fuels can reduce local and regional air quality challenges caused by ozone, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, Improvements sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter. These air pollutants cause damage to people, ecosystems, and infrastructure. Public Health Measures that improve air quality create benefits for public health, by reducing pollutants that irritate respiratory systems, exacerbate asthma, and affect the heart. Improvem ents Measures that increase use of active transportation and enhance public open spaces can improve health by encouraging walking, biking, and outdoor recreation. Job Creation Measures to retrofit buildings, build and operate local and distributed renewable energy systems, increase transit use, increase waste diversion, and other strategies that rely on local labor can create opportunities for the workforce and retain dollars to be reinvested in the local economy. Recycling and waste diversion measures reduce material consumption and the need Resource �� for landfill space. Water efficiency measures reduce water demand and preserve Conservation water resources. Land use measures conserve natural resources and protectthe long- term viability of natural and working landscapes in the county. Open space preservation also offers aesthetic and recreational benefits for community residents as well as habitat for native wildlife and plants. Sustainable agriculture practices will help preserve agricultural productivity and ecological health. Many strategies to reduce emissions reduce waste by increasing efficiency, therefore Cost Savings reducing the costs to receive the same service (be that light, heat, water, or transportation). Many measures offer downstream cost savings in addition to direct utility or fuel cost savings, such as reduced health care costs, reduced need to invest in marginal water or energy supply, lower maintenance costs, etc. Many strategies to reduce emissions also help prepare communities for local climate impacts by advancing the climate resilience goals adopted by the RCPA Board (see Resilience �' Chapter 6). 1.3 How Does This Plan Work? 1.3.1 A Regional Approach to Reducing GHG Emissions Sonoma County communities have a long history of implementing and promoting initiatives to protect the environment and conserve natural resources. This tradition includes creation of the RCPA in 2009, the nation's first regional climate protection authority, in a move that recognized both the magnitude of the challenge and the cross - jurisdictional nature of climate change and Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-10 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA GHG emissions. If ever an issue called for a coordinated, multi - partner effort, it is climate change; progress depends on Sonoma County communities working together. The approach in CA2020 calls for coordinated local actions to achieve a regional target— reduce countywide GHG emissions to 25% below 1990 levels by 2020 — including leveraging initiatives already underway at the state and regional (Bay Area) level. Long -term collaboration will also be needed to meet long- term goals. A regional GHG reduction goal —as opposed to individual goals for each community— recognizes the shared nature of the challenge as well as the fact that Sonoma County communities each have a different capacity to achieve GHG reductions; smaller communities typically have fewer opportunities to achieve substantial GHG reductions. Statewide GHG Reduction Efforts Have Local Impact Statewide programs to reduce GHG emissions are a fundamental part of CA2020 and will deliver over 50% of the GHG emissions reductions needed to achieve the 2020 target. For example, the state's RPS will reduce the carbon content of electricity throughout the state, including Sonoma County, yielding over 180,000 MTCO2e in annual GHG reductions locally. The CAP reflects the impact of nine state measures that address issues related to the building energy and transportation sectors. 1. Title 24 Energy Efficiency Standards for Commercial and Residential Buildings (Title 24) 2. Lighting Efficiency and Toxics Reduction Act (AB 1109) 3. Industrial Boiler Efficiency 4. Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) S. Residential Solar Water Heater Program (AB 1470) 6. Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) 7. Pavley Emissions Standards for Passenger Vehicles 8. Advanced Clean Cars 9. Vehicle Efficiency Measures in AB 32 Local Government and Regional Agency Action Although state programs are essential to meeting Sonoma County's HG reduction goal, they will not be enough to reach that goal by themselves. Action by local governments and regional agencies —the entities that control land use, infrastructure, and community services —is critical. It will take the full combined efforts of local governments and regional initiatives, together with state programs, to reach the County's GHG reduction goal. Together, CA2020 measures will promote building energy efficiency and renewable energy production, support alternative modes of transportation, enhance open spaces, and help reduce water consumption and waste generation. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 -11 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA The GHG reduction measures in this CAP were selected after a comprehensive review of potential measures and after local community outreach meetings and workshops and consultation with a Stakeholder Advisory Group (see Section 1.4). Measures recommended by the California Attorney General and the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association were considered. In addition, adopted CAPS from throughout California, each local community's general plan and local policies and programs, and comments collected at meetings in each community were also reviewed to develop the measures. Many of the measures in CA2020 build on local community initiatives that are already underway, including local measures required under state law, like implementation of the CalGreen building codes and adoption of local water - efficient landscape ordinances. Other measures provide new opportunities for addressing climate change. Existing policies and measures are summarized in Chapter 5, Community Greenhouse Gas Profiles and Emissions Reductions for 2020. This CAP identifies 14 GHG reduction measures for local agency implementation (see Section 1.3.2). Each city and the County reviewed the local measures and selected those to include in their community's commitments. Thus, the specific combination of measures implemented in each community will vary. Although no community will implement all 14 local measures and sub- components, the individual commitments from each community combine into a comprehensive GHG emissions reduction program that will help the county achieve its countywide goal. Some of the local measures include voluntary, incentive -based programs that will reduce emissions from both existing and new development in the communities. Other measures establish mandates for new development, either pursuant to state regulations or through existing programs. Local governments will also use CA2020 as a tool to communicate and solidify their priorities within their communities. CA2020 also includes GHG reduction measures that will be implemented by regional entities that can provide some services and resources on behalf of all communities more efficiently than the individual communities can on their own, especially the smaller cities. These regional measures are a critical part of CA2020. For example, the Community Choice Aggregation measure encourages residents and businesses to participate in SCP, which provides electricity with lower carbon contentthan the state's RPS. Other regional entities included in CA2020 are RCPA, Sonoma County Transportation Authority, Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, and the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program. There are 16 regional measures to reduce GHG emissions, as discussed further in Chapter 3, Reducing Community Emissions. Successful implementation of these actions will require commitment from regional agencies, all communities and their various departments, community groups, the development community, and residents and businesses. For this plan to be successful, RCPA, regional entities, and communities will adaptively manage implementation of CA2020 to ensure that the countywide GHG reduction target is met and that measures are implemented as efficiently as possible. Accordingly, RCPA and communities may revise measures or add new measures to ensure that the region achieves its 2020 reduction target. If adopted and implemented priorto 2020, new federal Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 12 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA l� programs that achieve local GHG emissions reductions beyond state and local mandates may also be added to CA2020. Sector -based Emissions Reductions GHG emissions inventories and reduction measures are grouped together into "sectors" that enable an organized, countywide look at the human activities that contribute the most GHG emissions and help focus actions where they can have the greatest emissions reduction. CA2020 looks at the following five community sectors. Building Energy includes emissions from electricity generation and combustion of natural gas and other fuels (e.g., propane, wood). Transportation, Land Use, and Off -road Equipment includes emissions from on -road vehicle fossil fuel combustion as well as emissions from equipment (e.g., construction equipment) and off -road vehicles. Solid Waste includes CH4 emissions from decomposing organic matter in landfills. e Water Conveyance and Wastewater Treatment includes energy - related emissions from water supply pumping and CH4 and N2O emissions from the wastewater treatment process. Livestock and Fertilizer includes N2O emissions from fossil -fuel based fertilizer and CH4 and N2O emissions from livestock and manure management. Other agriculture- related emissions are accounted for in the other sectors. For example, emissions from traffic related to wineries or grape growing are included in the Transportation sector. This sector -based approach is the foundation for the analyses in Chapter 2, Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Sonoma County, and Chapter 3, Reducing Community Emissions. These sectors are also the organizing principle in Chapter 5, Community Greenhouse Gas Profiles and Emissions Reductions for 2020. 1.3.2 Putting this Climate Action Plan to Work Plan Adoption by RCPA, Cities, and County CA2020 reflects an innovative, collaborative approach to responding to climate change. Individual cities and counties throughout the state have adopted CAPS specific to their communities, but CA2020 takes a truly regional (countywide) approach that coordinates the climate protection activities of all the cities and the County to achieve a shared GHG reduction goal. This approach recognizes that, by working together, Sonoma County's communities can achieve greater HG reductions, and do it more efficiently than if each city and the County acted on their own. The collaborative, regional approach also improves consistency among the participating local agencies. This similarity will help home and business owners who are planning projects or renovations in the cities and the county. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 -13 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA As the lead agency, RCPAwill adoptthe CAP first (including certification of the Environmental Impact Report prepared for CA2020). Following adoption by RCPA, each city and the County will adopt its portion of CA2020 (see Chapter 5, Community Greenhouse Gas Profiles and Emissions Reductions for202O) in a form appropriate to that community. Local adoption could take the form of a General Plan amendment, ordinance adoption, resolution, or some combination thereof. Once adopted, the cities, County, and regional agencies will implement the measures each has committed to in their respective CAP adoption processes. Implementation Framework Sonoma County communities have set an ambitious target for GHG emissions reduction, one that will require decisive and rapid action by the local partners. RCPA will coordinate and facilitate implementation actions by the cities and the County, and by regional agencies (e.g., transit, energy, waste). RCPA's role will include aggregating funding opportunities to leverage federal, state, and regional grants; providing technical assistance to local partners; developing shared tools and inter - community efficiencies; and accepting overall accountability for CA2020 implementation. Each city and the County will develop its own implementation team for the actions that will occur at the local government level. This will include designating a CA2020 Coordinator for each community and an internal implementation structure scaled and organized appropriately to each local agency. Among other things, the local CA2020 Coordinator will serve as the liaison between the city /County and RCPA. Given the immediacy of the 2020 GHG reduction target, timing is an important factor for plan implementation. The CA2020 implementation plan organizes GHG reduction measures into three groups, based on the lead time needed for each measure in orderto achieve results by 2020. Please refer to Chapter 4, Implementation, and Appendix C for additional information regarding implementation and the lead entities for each measure. Monitoring and Adaptive Management How will Sonoma County local governments, residents, and business know if their GHG reduction efforts are effective? How can the County adapt to changing technologies, regulations, state (or federal) policies, and community behavior changes? Not only will RCPA and local partners need to track implementation of the local and regional reduction measures called for in CA2020, but the comprehensive nature of CA2020 will require regular reassessment of community GHG emissions and the overall direction of CA2020. To accomplish this, CA2020 calls for two interim GHG emissions inventories before 2020: one based on 2015 emissions data and the other based on 2018 data. The RCPA Board will also conduct a mid- course review of overall CA2020 effectiveness to allow time for changes that may be needed to stay on target. Where program tracking and inventory updates indicate that CA2020's emissions - reduction strategies are not as effective as Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan March 2016 Public Review Draft 1 -14 RCPA originally projected, RCPAwill work with local partners toad a ptively manage CAP implementation and stay on target, including updating or amending CA2020, if warranted. Equally important, the RCPA and its members will report to the community on the results of the interim inventories and the mid - course review. Periodic public meetings and presentations to stakeholder groups will occur and other outreach activities, including a public website and email flyers, will be implemented to educate, engage, and empower the community. Finally, CA2020 is part of a much longer -term effort that will be needed to reduce GHG emissions in Sonoma County. As noted earlier, CA2020 focuses on relatively short -term actions to reduce emissions by 2020 to a degree that is well beyond current state mandates (AB 32). However, even with the ambitious GHG reduction goal in CA2020, further actions will be needed to meet longer - term goals. Therefore, in adopting this CAP, RCPA will also adopt long -term goals to reduce GHG emissions by 40% (compared to 1990) by 2030 and by 80% by 2050. Although the measures in CA2020 will continue to achieve emissions reductions after 2020 and establish a trajectory for reaching longer -term goals, another phase of climate action planning will be needed to meet the goals for 2030 and 2050. This next phase will build on the measures in CA2020, informed by monitoring and adaptive management, and take advantage of new technologies and climate protection science that will be available in the future. The Role of New Development in GHG Reduction Sonoma County's population and economy will continue to grow between now and 2020, and beyond. Some of that growth will result in new development, either on land that is now vacant or as redevelopment with new or more intensive land uses. This new development will be a source of additional GHG emissions in 2020, although emissions related to existing development and activities will remain by farthe largest source of GHG emissions. By 2020, new developmentwill account for about 5% of total countywide GHG emissions; existing development and activities will account for 95% of countywide emissions. Emissions from new development are calculated as the growth in emissions from 2016 to 2020, based on socioeconomic forecasts and other emission projection methods (see Chapter 2). In other words, 2020 emissions are estimated to be 5% higher than 2016 emissions. To ensure that regional GHG emissions are reduced to 25% below 1990 levels, CA2020 accounts for additional emissions from new development in the target inventory for 2020. Meeting the community -wide 2020 GHG reduction target requires new development to be consistent with climate goals by implementing measures that will minimize new GHG emissions. To accomplish this, a "New Development Checklist" (see Appendix A) can be used in the entitlement and permitting process at each jurisdiction that adopts the plan. New development projects that incorporate applicable checklist measures will not only have lower GHG emissions than similar projects had in the past, but they will also contribute to reaching the GHG reduction target set forth in CA2020 by ensuring that emissions from new development do not exceed the GHG "budget" allocated to new development in the 2020 target. Development projects consistent with Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 -15 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA this CAP may also take advantage of the permit streamlining available under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (see Section 1.5). 1.3.3 How Can Sonoma County Residents Help? Learn about their Household Carbon Footprint The everyday activities of Sonoma County residents, including driving a vehicle, using electricity and natural gas to light and heat their homes, and throwing away household garbage, result in GHG emissions. Many of these emissions are accounted for in the GHG inventory prepared for this CAP, while others occur elsewhere due to the consumption of goods and services in Sonoma County. Residents can learn about their household carbon footprint and how they can reduce GHG emissions through their own actions —such as driving an electric vehicle, installing solar, or buying electricity from SCP. Cool California ( http;/ /www.coolcalifornia.or� /) offers a user - friendly tool that allows residents to calculate household emissions by answering questions relating to travel, housing, food, and shopping habits. After completing the questionnaire, residents receive a personal action plan with tips and actions to help reduce their household carbon footprint and save money. Participate in Programs to Reduce Local Emissions The good news is that while human activities are a major climate change driver, we can also be part of the solution. Once county residents take inventory of their household carbon footprints and better understand their contribution to climate change, they can start taking actions to reduce household GHG emissions and improve their economic picture, thereby helping to meet the countywide GHG reduction target. Sonoma County residents can make impactful choices and changes in their daily lives such as changing light bulbs to compact fluorescents or light- emitting diodes, buying energy- efficient (ENERGY STAR) appliances, heating and cooling smartly, sealing and insulating their homes, reusing and /or recycling materials that might otherwise be thrown away, using water more efficiently, composting food scraps, and purchasing clean power (for more information see http ; / /www3.epa.gov /climatechange /wycd /home.htmt). Some of these individual or household actions will be facilitated through the regional or local programs and strategies presented in CA2020. Other actions are based more on individual commitment and choice. For example, individuals can learn about and make purchases that considerthe carbon footprint and durability of household goods. This might include buying items made from local, renewable materials orthat minimize packaging and shipping. Residents can also make low - carbon lifestyle choices, such as walking or biking, using public transportation, or eating less meat and more local vegetables. Here are a few of the resources available to Sonoma County residents to help make these changes. ® The Energy Independence Program is a County of Sonoma Energy and Sustainability Division program that serves county residents and businesses as a central clearinghouse of Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1 -16 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA information about energy efficiency, water conservation, and solar energy improvements. It offers tools to property owners and tenants to find the information, resources, rebates, contractors, and financing that fits their situation. See more at: http:// sonomacountyenergy. org/ homepage / #sthash,3HWfDTmZ.dpuf. Energy Upgrade California: Home Upgrade takes a "whole house" approach to addressing home energy waste through building science, pre- and post - project testing, and energy performance analysis to provide maximum energy efficiency results. More information can be found at (707) 565 -6470 or http : / /bayareaenergyupgrade.ora. Windsor Efficiency PAYS: Windsor residents and businesses can take advantage of the Windsor Efficiency PAYS program, which provides water- and energy- saving upgrades for Windsor residential properties that provide immediate utility bill savings, new water /energy saving appliances, and drought- resistant landscaping —with no upfront cost or debt. See more at: http:/ /sonomacountyenergy.org/ residential - programs / #sthash.2VBjpMOi.dpuf. SCP is Sonoma County's official electricity provider, reducing costs and environmental impacts of energy use for customers throughout Sonoma County. By participating in CleanStart, SCP's default service, participants receive 36% renewable power. If residents or businesses participate in EverGreen, they will receive 100% local renewable power for a premium price. CA2020 also includes several Advanced Climate Initiatives that, among other things, will focus on working with Sonoma County residents to reduce consumption -based emissions. See Chapter 3 for more information on these Advanced Climate Initiatives. 1.4 Public Outreach and Community Engagement CA2020 was prepared with input from community members, elected officials, and staff from the partner agencies. Ten open house -style public workshops were held, including one in each city. These meetings solicited public input on the types of reduction measures that should be included in CA2020. The role of local governments in addressing climate change and reducing GHG emissions was also discussed. RCPA also provided an online survey that was distributed by email and social media. Additional focus groups and meetings were held with local businesses, agriculture, and service groups. Presentations and updates were given to city and town councils and the Board of Supervisors throughout the project development process, and regular updates were provided to the RCPA Board, The RCPA board held two public study sessions prior to development of CA2020. The community dialogue that has begun with preparation of this plan will continue throughout implementation of the GHG emissions - reduction measures. All comments received from the community and the Stakeholder Advisory Group (see below) are documented in Appendix F. Many of the comments support GHG reduction measures that are now Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-17 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA included in CA2020. For example, enhanced transit service, expanded bike and pedestrian networks, and promotion of electric vehicles were strongly supported as part of the CA2020 strategy to reduce transportation emissions. Likewise, many comments supported building energy retrofits, distributed renewable energy generation, and sustainable agricultural practices. The full range of GHG- reduction approaches suggested in public comments is, not surprisingly, extremely varied and generally very forward looking. For example, commenters suggested requiring point -of -sale energy audits, zero -net new water use in new developments, local government divestiture from fossil fuel investments, and greater focus on schools and youth. The measures included in CA2020 represent a subset of the ideas heard from the community. As noted throughout this plan, CA2020 is one step on a long -term path to dramatically reduced GHG emissions. Some of the suggestions gathered as part of the community outreach effort that are not included in CA2020 may very well find a place in future climate action planning in Sonoma County. Lastly, it is important to acknowledge that a small but vocal segment of the community disagrees with the scientific consensus about the threat posed by global climate change and opposes governmental action to reduce emissions. 1.4.1 Stakeholder Advisory Group To help guide the process, the RCPA Board of Directors selected a Stakeholder Advisory Group to represent a diversity of viewpoints and technical expertise from each community. The main role of the Advisory Group was to work with local agency staff to develop a CAP that will have broad community support for the GHG emissions - reduction programs and measures needed to meet Sonoma County's ambitious target. Three representatives from each city and two representatives from each county supervisorial district were selected; some representatives had input from city councils, though none were elected officials themselves. The Stakeholder Advisory Group sought representation from a broad spectrum of interests, including renewable energy, agriculture, viticulture, business, community non - profits, the environment, transportation, socialjustice, environmental justice, real estate, health, economic development, education, open space, waste, water, and building efficiency. The Stakeholder Advisory Group met five times at key milestones during the project. All meetings were open to the public and each meeting included an opportunity for the public to provide comments. Several ad hoc working groups from the Stakeholder Advisory Group were also convened during the development of the draft CAP to review detailed assumptions for certain sectors. 1.5 Relationship between the CAP and CEQA The cities of Cloverdale, Cotati, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, Sonoma, and Windsor and the County of Sonoma will use CA2020 to comply with project -level GHG impact Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-18 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA analysis requirements under CEQA. Santa Rosa will continue to use its adopted CAP for this purpose. The State CEQA Guidelines (Section 15183.5) allow the GHG impacts of future projects to be evaluated using an adopted plan for reduction of GHG emissions, like CA2020, provided that the plan meets specific requirements. The six requirements specified in the State CEQA Guidelines are listed below with CA2020's compliance described in italics. 1. Quantify GHG emissions, both existing and projected over a specified time period, resulting from activities within a defined geographic area. CA2020 quantifies GHG emissions from all primary sectors within countyjurisdictions for 1990, 2010, 2015, 2020, 2040, 2030, and 2050. 2. Establish a level, based on substantial evidence, below which the contribution to GHG emissions from activities covered by the plan would not be cumulatively considerable. CA2020 establishes a countywide GHG emissions target of251yo below 1990 levels by2020, a target that goes well beyond the requirements ofAB 32 and puts Sonoma County on a trajectory to achieve the even greater GHG reductions needed in the future. CA2020 includes a GHG emissions budget for new development that will ensure that the countywide reduction target is met, even with projected population and economic growth. The GHG reduction measures in CA2020 will reduce project- specific emissions and thereby ensure that the new - development share of total future emissions is not exceeded. Reducing and limiting emissions from new development is part of an overall strategy that substantially reduces emissions countywide and, therefore, contributions from new development that is consistent with CA2020 would not be cumulatively considerable. Identify and analyze the GHG emissions resulting from specific actions or categories of actions anticipated within the geographic area. CA2020 analyzes community emissions, bysector, for the partner communities, including emissions from projected growth and development expected by2020 and beyond. 4. Specify measures or a group of measures, including performance standards that substantial evidence demonstrates, if implemented on a project -by- project basis, would collectively achieve the specified emissions level. CA2020 includes specific measures to achieve the overall reduction target (see Chapter3 and AppendixC). Establish a mechanism to monitor the plan's progress toward achieving the H emissions level and to require amendment if the plan is not achieving the specified level. CA2020 includes periodic monitoring of plan progress (see Chapter 4). 6. Adopt the GHG emissions reduction plan in a public process following environmental review. As described in Section 1.3.2 above, a Programmatic Environmental Impact Report will be prepared for CA2020 and the CAP itself will be adopted first by RCPA, followed by adoption of community- specific portions by each local partner. The adoption process will include public outreach and public hearings. Once CA2020 is adopted, it may be used in the cumulative impacts analysis of later projects, a process known in CEQA as "tiering." Tiering from the CAP potentially eliminates the need to prepare a quantitative assessment of GHG emissions on a project -by- project basis, which can help Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-19 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA 3 streamline thee nvironmenta I review and permitting processes for these projects. To accomplish this, future project- specific environmental documents must identify all applicable CA2020 measures and ensure that they are binding and enforceable by incorporating measures into the project design or identifying them as mitigation measures. Future projects that incorporate applicable CA2020 actions will not have a cumulatively considerable impact related to GHG emissions and climate change (unless substantial evidence warrants a more detailed review of project -level GHG emissions). Appendix A provides a compliance checklist template to be adapted and modified for use by local agency planning staff to assist in determining a project's consistency with CA2020 for the purposes of CEQA tiering. Discretionary projects that utilize the checklist to demonstrate consistency with all applicable mandatory local or regional measures in CA2020 can conclude that their impacts related to GHG emissions would be less than significant under CEQA because the project would be consistent with a qualified GHG reduction plan under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.5. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 1-20 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA V = Local Measure (otherwise State or Regional) 2020 GHG Reductions Measure 11 -L1: Senate Bill SB X7 -7 - Water Conservation Act of 2009* ✓ 3,761 Measure 11 -1-2: Water Conservation for New Construction* ✓ 86 Measure 11 -1-3: Water Conservation for Existing Buildings* ✓ 1,159 Goal 12: Increase Recycled Water and Greywater Use 13 Measure 12 -R1: Recycled Water* 13 Measure 12 -L1: Greywater Use* ✓ 0.2 Goal 13: Increase Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Efficiency Measure 13 -R1: Infrastructure and Water Supply Improvement Measure 13 -R2: Wastewater Treatment Equipment Efficiency* Goal 14: Increase Use of Renewable Energy in Water and Wastewater Systems Measure 14 -R1: Sonoma County Water Agency Carbon Free Water by 2015 Total State Measures Total County Measures Total Local Measures Grand Total Emissions *Measures reduce emissions in multiple sectors (i.e. water and energy) NQ = not quantified 5.4.5 Municipal Greenhouse Gas Reduction Measures 142 7 136 678 678 119,660 28,210 19,840 167,710 Like the other cities and the county, Petaluma has recognized the need to reduce GHG emissions from municipal operations. Petaluma completed the "City of Petaluma Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Action Plan Analysis" in October 2009. This municipal climate action plan outlines GHG reduction initiatives that the City can pursue for its facilities. The analysis and resulting GHG emissions reductions include opportunities for improved municipal building efficiency, fleet composition, street light retrofits, water /wastewater system improvements, and PV system installations. Although municipal GHG reduction measures are not part of this countywide plan, the efforts of local communities are important and will continue in the future. Descriptions of potential municipal GHG reduction measures are provided in Appendix E as an informational resource. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -63 Public Review Draft March 2016 RCPA 5.4 Petaluma This section presents the community greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions profile specific to Petaluma and the measures that the City of Petaluma will implement, with the support of the RCPA and other regional entities, as part of the regional approach to reducing GHG emissions. 5.4.1 Community Summary Petaluma serves as the southern gateway to Sonoma County, located 3 miles north of the Marin County- Sonoma County border and less than 20 miles south of Santa Rosa. Petaluma is known for its thriving historic downtown district, rich agricultural heritage, and as a growing hub for food and beverage processing, information communications technology, green services and construction, diversified manufacturing, consumer products, health & wellness, tourism, and recreation. Home to a diverse range of housing types, award - winning schools, and over40 annual events and festivals, Petaluma is a family- oriented community with a strong sense of place with easy access to wine country, the coast, and San Francisco. Demographics Petaluma spans 14.5 square miles and had a population of 57,941 as of the 2010 census. In 2020 the population of Petaluma is expected to be 61,122, an increase of 5% over 2010. Employment in the area is expected to increase by 13 %. Petaluma's demographic composition in 2010 was 81% White, 1% African American, 0.6% Native American, 5% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 9% from other races, and 4% from two or more races. Persons of Hispanic or Latino origin were 22 %. As shown in Table 5.4 -1, the City is expected to experience steady growth in population, housing, and jobs in the future. Table 5.4 -1. Petaluma Socioeconomic Data According to the 2010 Census data, Petaluma housing is majority owner - occupied with 65% of all housing units owned and 35% rented. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5-49 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA f Actual Projected 1990 2010 ! 2015 2020 2040 2050 Population 43,184 57,941 59,440 61,122 68,542 71,980 Housing 16,062 22,198 22,862 23,508 26,362 27,670 Employment 26,145 31,537 33,644 35,738 38,488 39,897 Socioeconomic data were derived from the SCTA travel demand model and incorporate input from the City based on its internal planning forecasts. According to the 2010 Census data, Petaluma housing is majority owner - occupied with 65% of all housing units owned and 35% rented. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5-49 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA f Energy and Water Use Compared to households in the county as a whole, Petaluma households use less electricity and water but more natural gas. They also use less electricity, natural gas, and water than households statewide. Table 5.4 -2. Petaluma, County, and State 2010 Average Energy and Water Use (per household, per year) Petaluma County State Electricity (kWh) 6,000 7,042 9,320 Natural Gas (Therms) 493 413 512 Water Use (Gallons) 73,268 75,810 107,869 Sources: City Data: provided by PG &E (energy) and by the City of Petaluma Urban Water Management Plan. County Data: provided by PG &E (energy) and the cities or their Urban Water Management Plans (water). State Data: U.S. Energy Information Administration 2009, U.S. Geological Survey 2014, California Department of Finance 2015. kWh = kilowatt hours Transportation Commute Modes In the inventory year 2010, most Petaluma residents (73 %) drove alone to work. The average work trip for a resident of Petaluma is 293 minutes, higher than the county average of 253 minutes (U.S. Census Bureau 2014). Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -50 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA Bicyc 1% Bt 4`' Carpooled 12% Figure 5.4 -1. Modes to Work in Petaluma in 2010 Worked at home nther means _ , Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2014: American Community Survey 2006 -2010 5.4.2 Petaluma's Existing Actions to Reduce GHG Emissions Petaluma has already taken a number of steps to reduce energy use, promote renewable energy use, and other actions that have already been helping to reduce GHG emissions. The City has adopted the following programs, ordinances, and General Plan policies that help to reduce GHG emissions and will support the implementation of the formal GHG reduction measures in this CAP. Building Energy o Residential Retrofits: Energy Upgrade California in Sonoma County - Whole House Upgrade Program. • Residential Appliance Upgrades: Programs through PG &E and other agencies. • Solar Installations at Residences: Energy Upgrade California in Sonoma County - Whole House Upgrade Program. • Solar Action Alliance /Solar Sonoma County program. • Community Choice Aggregation - General Plan Policy: Chapter - Policy 4 -P -28. Prepare a feasibility report for the City of Petaluma forming a Community Choice Aggregation as a way of supplying renewable energy to the community. (Petaluma joined SCP in 2014). o Solar Subsidy - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -32. Investigate the feasibility of developing a City sponsored program to subsidize or assist homeowners in purchasing Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -51 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA solar water heating or passive solar systems, or other forms of renewable energy, through low - interest loans or property tax assessments. (Petaluma participates in the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program and Property Assessed Clean Energy [PACE] Financing Marketplace). • Green Building Guidelines - General Plan Policy: Chapter 2 - Policy 2- P -118B. Prepare and adopt green street standards, and incorporate these practices in design of City streets. • Green Building Guidelines - General Plan Policy: Chapter 2 - Policy 2- P -118C. Prepare a salvage ordinance that requires an inventory of usable materials prior to demolition. • Incorporation - General Plan Policy: Chapter 2 - Policy 2 -P -119. Incorporate green building principles and practices into the planning, design, construction, management, renovation, operations, and demolition of all facilities that are constructed, owned, managed or financed by the City. • Evaluation and Implementation - General Plan Policy: Chapter 2 - Policy 2 -P -121. Evaluate the success of the voluntary green program and develop and implement a mandatory program for new residential, commercial and municipal development and remodels. • CALGreen Building Standards Code: Municipal Code Chapter 17.04.010 - Part 11. CALGreen Tier 1 adopted as mandatory for residential and non - residential buildings. • Energy Standards - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -18. Develop and adopt local energy standards that would result in less energy consumption than standards set by the California Energy Commission's (CEC) Title 24 or updates thereto. Land Use and Transportation • Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan adopted May 2008. • Multiple Modes - General plan Policy: Chapter 5 - Policy 5 -P -1. Develop an interconnected mobility system that allows travel on multiple routes by multiple modes. • Increased Transit Service - General Plan Policy: Chapter 5 - Policy 5 -G -42. Expand the bus transit system so that it is convenient and provides frequent, regular service along major City corridors serving education, shopping, and employment destinations, and SMART park- and -ride lots. • Subsidized Fares - General Plan Policy: Chapter 5 - Policy 5 -P -44. Maintain a transit system of nominal cost, or no cost, to riders. o Support Transit Oriented Development - General Plan Policy: Chapter 5 - Policy 5 -P -43. Support efforts for transit oriented development around the Petaluma Depot and along the Washington Street, Petaluma Boulevard, McDowell Boulevard, Lakeville Street, and othertransit corridors. (Petaluma SMART Rail Station Areas: TOD Master Plan adopted June 2013) Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5-52 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA x o Transportation Demand Management - General Plan Policy: Chapter 5 - Policy 5 -P -13. Encourage existing major employers to develop and implement Transportation Demand Management programs to reduce peak period trip generation. o Alternative Fuel Stations -General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 -Policy 4 -P -9. Require a percentage of parking spaces in large parking lots or garages to provide electrical vehicle charging facilities. o Charging Stations - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -10. Require electric vehicle charging and alternative fuel facilities at all new and remodeled gas stations. o Ride Sharing - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -11. Promote ride - sharing and car - sharing programs. o Drive - Through Prohibition - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -12. Prohibit new drive -thru food and service facilities with the exception of vehicle serving businesses, such as car wash and oil /tube, and limit expansion of the drive -thru components of existing facilities which increase idling vehicles. o Traffic Calming -General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -13. Require development of traffic roundabouts, where feasible, as an alternative to a traffic signal, to reduce idling vehicles. o Transportation Tech -General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -14. Develop and integrate Intelligent Transportation Technologies, as applicable, into Petaluma's transportation system. o Trip Reduction Ordinance: Municipal Code Chapter 11.90. Requirements for employers with 100+ employees at a given work site to distribute information on the benefits of alternative transportation, designate a transportation coordinator, and perform annual surveys and reports on employee transportation use. • Waste Minimization and Recycling o Construction Phase Recycling Plan - General Plan Policy: Chapter 2 - Policy 2 -P -121. Require development projects to prepare a Construction Phase Recycling Plan that would address the reuse and recycling of major waste materials (soil, vegetation, concrete, lumber, metal scraps, cardboard packaging, etc.) generated by any demolition activities and construction of the project. o Plastic Bottles - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4- P -21G. Investigate and replace bottled water in City offices with alternate source of drinking water. o Compost- General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 -Policy 4- P -21D. Develop a residential and commercial food waste composting program. o Environmental Purchasing - General Plan Policy: Chapter4 - Policy4 -P -32. Develop and implement a municipal Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Program. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -53 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA o Green Purchasing -Genera I Plan Policy: Chapter 4- Policy 4- p -21D. Purchase goods containing recycled materials for City use. Urban Forestry and Natural Areas o Required Tree Planting- General Plan Policy: Chapter 4- Policy4 -P -6A. Require planting of trees for every significant tree removed at a project site. Replacement planting may occur on the project site or on a publicly owned area, with long -term maintenance assured. Encourage the use of trees which provide biogenic benefits to air quality and are suitable to the local environment. o Water and Wastewater Efficiency o Sewer Lateral Replacement Grant Program: provides financial assistance to property owners for the replacement of their private sewer lateral, which is often a source of infiltration and inflow to the sewer collection system. • High Efficiency Toilet Rebate: Up to $150 rebate for each high - efficiency toilet installed. • High Efficiency Clothes Washer Rebate: Up to $125.00 rebates for high efficiency clothes washing machines. • Mulch Madness: Offers free mulch, compost, cardboard, an irrigation conversion kit and free native plants from a local native plant nursery to those customers who wish to sheet mulch their existing turf. Free volunteer labor for those that are unable to install measures themselves. • Smart Yard: improves landscape water use efficiency by assessing and installing water - use efficiency irrigation and landscape systems. The cost of the systems and labor is added to a monthly water bill. The charges are added to the water bill for 5 years, after which the customer officially owns the system. Multi- sector o The City of Petaluma's Biomass -to- Biofuel Project would leverage highly optimized anaerobic digestion technology and state -of- the -art biogas scrubbing technology to produce more than 150,000 gallons gas equivalent of compressed natural gas (CNG) annually. The biogas would be produced primarily from high strength waste, food waste and fats, oils and grease, and wastewater solids. This renewable fuel would replace high carbon intensity fuels with CNG that has a net negative carbon intensity for Petaluma's transit fleet and its waste hauler's collection fleet. This project could serve as a model for a local renewable fuel program. The project combines several features for reducing carbon emissions: • Efficiently producing and utilizing a very low carbon intensity, renewable vehicle fuel as a replacement for high carbon intensity fuels, like diesel. • Substantially reducing truck traffic and fuel consumption by keeping and treating commercial food waste, FOG and food processing waste within the community Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -54 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA Discontinuing the disposal of readily biodegradable waste in situations and landfills where aggressive greenhouse gases are produced and difficult to contain. Greenhouse Gas Emissions o General Plan Policy: Chapter4 - Policy 4 -P -15. Improve air quality by reducing emissions from stationary point sources of air pollution (e.g., equipment at commercial and industrial facilities) and stationary area sources (e.g., wood - burning fireplaces & gas powered lawn mowers) which cumulatively emit large quantities of emissions. Climate Action Plan - General Plan Policy: Chapter 4 - Policy 4 -P -27. The City shall prepare a Community Climate Action Plan to identify and prioritize programs, projects, and procedural policies that will help the City achieve the community greenhouse gas emission goals of Resolution 2005 -118 (25% below 1990 levels by 2015). 5.4.3 Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Forecast Figure 5.4 -2. Petaluma 2010 Community GHG Inventory by Sector Water Wastewater Solid Waste Conveyance Treatment Ge Off -Road Transportation and Equipment 2% and :k Petaluma's inventory is similar to other cities in the county and state. The majority of the GHG emissions are from the transportation sector due to fossil fuel combustion in personal and light - duty vehicles. The next largest sector is building energy, which includes emissions related to energy used to heat the homes and businesses in Petaluma. Residential uses account for most Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -55 Public Review Draft March 2016 RCPA u� (54 %) of the building energy emissions in Petaluma. Commercial uses account for 46% of building energy emissions. The other categories of emissions are much smaller in comparison to building energy and on -road transportation. In Petaluma, total GHG emissions generated by community activities in 2010 were 441,880 MTCO2e, which is approximately 17% of countywide GHG emissions in the same year. This is a 14% increase from estimated 1990 emissions, which were 387,020 MTCO2e. 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The City will achieve these reductions through reduction measures that are technologically feasible and cost - effective per AB 32 through a combination of state (71 %), regional (17 %), and local (12 %) efforts. With the reduction measures in CA2020, per- capita emissions in Petaluma will be 6.1 MTCO2e per person, a 32% reduction in per capita emissions compared to 1990. Table 5.4 -4. Petaluma 2020 GHG BAU Emissions, Reductions, and CAP Emissions Figure 5.4 -3 shows Petaluma's 1990 and 2010 GHG emissions total, 2020 BAU emissions forecast total, and the total emissions remaining after implementation of the City's reduction measures. The contribution of state, regional, and local reductions are overlaid on the 2020 BAU.emissions forecast total, representing the total emissions reductions achieved in 2020. Like the other communities, Petaluma benefits greatly from the work the state and other regional entities are committed to implementing on climate action. See Chapter for more information on state and regional actions. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5-58 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA 5 2020 Reductions Sector BAU County- 2020 CAP Emissions Reduction Forecast State wide Local Total from BAU Building Energy 190,180 43,440 12,030 14,910 70,380 119,800 37% On -Road Transportation 330,670 75,300 8,540 4,480 88,320 242,350 27% Off -Road Transportation 10,290 910 - 310 1,220 9,070 12% and Equipment Solid Waste Generation 10,530 - 6,940 - 6,940 3,590 66% Water Conveyance 750 - 700 10 710 40 95% Wastewater Treatment 550 - - 140 140 410 25% 542,970 119,660 28,210 19,84 167,71 375,260 31% Total Emissions 0 0 71% 17% 12% Values may not sum due to rounding. Figure 5.4 -3 shows Petaluma's 1990 and 2010 GHG emissions total, 2020 BAU emissions forecast total, and the total emissions remaining after implementation of the City's reduction measures. The contribution of state, regional, and local reductions are overlaid on the 2020 BAU.emissions forecast total, representing the total emissions reductions achieved in 2020. Like the other communities, Petaluma benefits greatly from the work the state and other regional entities are committed to implementing on climate action. See Chapter for more information on state and regional actions. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5-58 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA 5 N oQ0 •0 O O V1 41 o�E�t N W LA O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O CD CD C lOD Ln C1 M 0 ozOXW a Q v 0 N O N O r-1 O N O 01 O1 ei � a O U N K U m LO m 0 3 V a s o. Greenhouse Gas Reduction Measures by Sector As shown in Table 5.4 -5, the City of Petaluma will achieve its reduction goal through a combination of state, regional, and local measures. State reduction measures are implemented through state law, including some that require action by the City to comply with state mandates (e.g., Title 24 energy efficiency measures). State measure reductions total 119,660 MTCO2e, including the Pavley vehicle fuel efficiency standards, Title 24 building standards, the state's low carbon fuel standard, and the RPS. Regional measures will reduce emissions by 28,210 MTCO2e and will be implemented by regional entities, including the Regional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA), Sonoma County Water Agency (SCWA), County of Sonoma Energy Independence Office (ESD), Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA), and Sonoma Clean Power (SCP). An additional reduction of 19,840 MTCO2e will be achieved primarily through locally adopted measures relevant to the City of Petaluma. The locally adopted measures, although not as high - achieving of GHG reductions as the state and regional measures, are important because they represent the actions that local communities can take directly. The communities have local control over their infrastructure and policies and have selected the local measures that best suit the needs of their community. The three measures that will have the greatest impact in Petaluma are, in order of importance, Measure 2 -L4 (Solar in Existing Non - Residential Buildings), Measure 11 -L1 (Senate Bill SB X7 -7 - Water Conservation Act of 2009), and Measure 8 -1_1 (Idling Ordinance). These three measures, in addition to reducing GHG emissions, will save energy, improve air quality and public health in the region, and conserve water and other natural resources. As the county and state continue to experience a historic drought, water conservation will remain an especially important co- benefit. On the state level, the RPS and the Pavley measures have the greatest potential to reduce emissions in the City. Of the regional measures, the measures with the greatest impact include the CCA measure, the waste - to- energy measure, and the waste diversion measure. Table 5.4 -5 presents the individual GHG reduction measures that Petaluma has selected for the CAP. For more information on the specifics of the measures, see Appendix C. Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -60 March 2016 Public Review Draft RCPA Tabte 5.4 -5. Petaluma 2020 GHG Emissions Reductions by Measure J = Local Measure (otherwise State or Regional) 2020 GHG Reductions Goal 1: Increase Building Energy Efficiency 9,650 Measure 1 -Sl: Title 24 Standards for Commercial and Residential Buildings 2,686 Measure 1 -S2: Lighting Efficiency and Toxics Reduction Act (AB 1109) 4,135 Measure 1 -S3: Industrial Boiler Efficiency NA Measure 1 -R1: Community Energy Efficiency Retrofits for Existing Buildings 155 Measure 1 -R2: Expand the Community Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program 2,259 Measure 1 -L2: Outdoor Lighting ✓ 403 Measure 1 -1-3: Shade Tree Planting ✓ . -- __- ._ -..... 11 Measure 1 -1-4: Co- Generation Facilities ✓ 1 Goal 2: Increase Renewable Energy Use 54,509 Measure 2 -Sl: Renewables Portfolio Standard 36,470 Measure 2 -S2: Solar Water Heaters 153 Measure 2 -R1: Community Choice Aggregation 9,479 Measure 2 -1-1: Solar in New Residential Development ✓ 106 Measure 2 -1-2: Solar in Existing Residential Building ✓ 1,889 Measure 2 -1-3: Solar in New Non - Residential Developments ✓ 97 Measure 2 -1-4: Solar in Existing Non - Residential Buildings ✓ 6,315 Goal 3: Switch Equipment from Fossil Fuel to Electricity 1,226 Measure 3 -Ll: Convert to Electric Water Heating ✓ 1,226 Goal 4: Reduce Travel Demand Through Focused Growth 1,401 Measure 4 -Ll: Mixed -Use Development in City Centers and Along Transit Corridors ✓ 1,201 Measure 4 -L2• Increase Transit Accessibility ✓ 130 Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -61 Public Review Draft March 2016 RCPA Measure 4 -L3: Supporting Land Use Measures ✓ NQ Measure 4 -1-4: Affordable Housing Linked to Transit ✓ . .__ .._. -- - .._- ... -... . 71 Goal 5: Encourage a Shift Toward Low - Carbon Transportation Options 6,416 Measure 5-RI: Improve and Increase Transit Service 49 Measure 5 -R2: Supporting Transit Measures NQ Measure 5 -R3: Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit NQ Measure 5 -R4: Trip Reduction Ordinance ..._..___ ..._.. -. 1,294 Measure 5 -R5: Supporting Measures forthe Transportation Demand Management Program NQ Climate Action 2020: Community Climate Action Plan 5 -61 Public Review Draft March 2016 RCPA Measure 5 -1-4: Supporting Bicycle /Pedestrian Measures ✓ 2020 GHG Measure 5 -1-5: Traffic Calming ✓ Reductions Measure 5 -R6: Reduced Transit Passes 1,198 - Measure 5 -R7: Alternative Travel Marketing & Optimize Online Service 959 Measure 5 -R8: Safe Routes to School 2,662 Measure 5 -R9: Car - sharing Program NQ Measure 5 -R10: Bike Sharing Program - NQ Measure 5 -L3: Guaranteed Ride Home ✓ NQ Measure 5 -1-4: Supporting Bicycle /Pedestrian Measures ✓ NQ Measure 5 -1-5: Traffic Calming ✓ 255 Measure 5 -1-7: Supporting Parking Policy Measures ✓ NQ Goal 6: Increase Vehicle and Equipment Fuel Efficiency 75,303 - Measure 6 -S1: Pavley Emissions Standards for Passenger Vehicles and the Low Carbon Fuel 70,043 Standard 3,106 Measure 6 -S2: Advanced Clean Cars 2,140 Measure 6 -53: Assembly Bill 32 Vehicle Efficiency Measures - 3,119 .. - .-- ._._._._-- - -.... Goal 7: Encourage a Shift Toward Low- Carbon Fuels in Vehicles and Equipment 3,513 Measure 7 -Sl: Low Carbon Fuel Standard: Off -Road 911 Measure 7 -Rl: Shift Sonoma County (Electric Vehicles) 2,338 Measure 7 -R2: Alternative Fuel for Transit Vehicles 38 Measure 7 -1-1: Electric Vehicle Charging Station Program ✓ 3 Measure 7 -1-2: Electrify Construction Equipment ✓ 224 Measure 7 -L3: Reduce Fossil Fuel Use in Equipment through Efficiency or Fuel Switching ✓ NQ .....- .- _- _._ - -_... . Goal 8: Reduce Idling 2,901 Measure 8 -Ll: Idling Ordinance ✓ 2,818 Measure 8 -1-2: Idling Ordinance for Construction Equipment ✓ 83 Goal 9: Increase Solid Waste Diversion ...__..._._. . 3,106 Measure 9 -R1: Waste Diversion Goal 3,106 . -..._ - -_. . Measure 9 -1-1: Create Construction and Demolition Reuse and Recycling Ordinance ✓ - <1 - ... -. -. _. - _- _- ...... . 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