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City of Santa MonicaClimate Action & Adaptation Plan

Overview PresentationA 2030 Community Plan

to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Prepare for Climate Change

Garrett Wong, Sr. Sustainability Analyst

Task Force on the Environment, April 16, 2018

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80% Reduction

Reduce emissions 80% below baseline (circa 2000), net emissions remain

Carbon Neutral

Net zero carbon emissions

100% Renewable Energy

No use of fossil fuels for building energy or vehicle fuels

Fossil Fuel Free

No fossil fuels are used for building energy needs or transportation fuels

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Most aggressive goals across the globe

80x50 is the most common

Proposed Goal: 80% reduction by 2030 (80x30)

RENEWABLE ENERGY100% renewable electricity

with 20% generated from local sources

LOW-CARBON BUILDINGS50% reduction in

building energy use

20% reduction in fossil fuel use in existing buildings and 100% in new buildings

ZERO WASTE95% diversion of waste

from landfills

SUSTAINABLE TRIPS50% of local trips made

by foot or bike

25% of commuter trips are by transit

ZERO EMISSION VEHICLES50% of vehicles are

electric or zero emission

City Sector Today 2015(baseline) 2030 Annual Rate

of Change

Building Energy Use Baseline 50% -3.3%

Renewable Electricity 30% 100% 4.7%

Local Renewable Energy 5% 20% 1.0%

Building Natural Gas Use Baseline 80% -1.3%

Waste Diverted from Landfills 80% 95-100% 1.0-1.3%

Local Trips by Bike or Foot 24% 50% 1.7%

Commute Trips by Transit 3% 25% 1.5%

Zero Emission / Electric Vehicles 4% 50% 3.1%

A City, Transformed

Why plan to 2030?• Set ambitious but achievable goal with realistic

timeframe

• Align with State goals and policies • SB32, SB350, AB802, AB758• Executive Orders for EVs & Charging

• Align with local goals and policies • LUCE, DCP, BAP, PAP

• Unpredictable changes in economy and technologies beyond 2030

• Automation, mobility services

1990 2015

2030

BusinessAs Usual

StatePolicies

SB 32 Scoping Plan

Recommended Target

SantaMonica CAAP80x30

Total Emissions 1,386,640 1,110,316 1,149,535 838,853 630,600 289,135

Percentbelow 1990 levels

- 20% 17% 40% 54% 79%

Population 86,905 93,220 105,100

Per Capita Emissions 16.0 11.9 10.9 7.9 6.0 2.29

How does 80x30 compare?

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Santa Monica’s emissions could grow by about 3% from 2015 levels by 2030 if unabated

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California’s 2030 climate policies will reduce Santa Monica’s business-as-usual emissions by over 30%

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The Plan could reduce Santa Monica’s emissions by an additional 46%

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Zero Waste

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Estimated Reduction by Sector

100% Renewable

Energy, 12%

Efficient Low-Carbon

Buildings, 30%

Zero Waste to Landfill,

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Sustainable Trips, 10%

Zero Emission Vehicles,

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Estimated Reduction by Sector

Estimating Impact

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Emissions reduction potential for each action represented on a relative scale

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Cross Cutting Themes

Wellbeing & Resilience

Enhances quality of life through improved environment; greater social connectedness

Improves community resilience through social, institutional and infrastructure systems

Equity

Addresses inequality and environmental justice by focusing on disadvantaged populations, i.e. socio-economic, race, language, age

Smart City Innovation

Advances use of cloud-based sensors and automated controls to leverage real-time data and decision-making

Co-benefits

Local Economic Development

Supports local investment through jobs and infrastructure. Saves individuals and businesses money on utilities.

Environmental Quality

Enhances local environment through cleaner air, increased green space/trees, improved water quality (etc.)

Public Health

Improves public health through improved air quality, reduced pollution, increased physical activity

City Leads by Example

Municipal Operations

Action implemented in City operations, facilities and projects to achieve Carbon Neutral Municipal Operations

100% Renewable Energy

100% Renewable Electricity

20% Local Energy Generation

Estimated 2030 GHG reductions

73,449 mtCO2e

12%

100% Renewable Energy100% renewable electricity with 20% generated from local sources

Sustainable Energy SupplyActions Impact Co-Benefits

RE1: Implement a Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) ProgramImplement CCA in Santa Monica, offering the highest amount of cost-competitive renewable energy. Develop programs to incentivize new local renewable energy projects.

Local Energy ResourcesActions Impact Co-Benefits

RE2: Adopt a Sustainable Energy Master PlanDevelop a plan identifying citywide energy needs and systems or programs that can reduce energy and greenhouse gas emissions at the neighborhood or district-level energy.

RE3: Pilot and Promote Advanced & Innovative Energy Technologies Pilot technologies like energy storage, fuel cells and microgrids provide within City facilities will prove their value while reducing utility costs.

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Emissions Reduction Impact

Enhances Well-being & Resilience

Supports Local Economy; Saves Money

Improves Public Health

Improves Local Environment

Promotes Equity

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73,449 mtCO2e

12%

Efficient Low-Carbon Buildings

50% reduction in total building energy use

20% reduction in fossil fuel use in existing buildings

100% new buildings are carbon-free


159,667 mtCO2e

30%

Existing Building EfficiencyActions Impact Co-Benefits

EB1: Adopt Energy Benchmarking & Retrofit Policy for Existing BuildingsAdopt Energy Benchmarking Ordinance to improve overall system performance in the existing buildings over 20,000 sq ft, including multifamily buildings. Include stakeholder outreach, trades training and education, and prepare financing and incentive options. Reduce energy use of covered buildings by 15% in five years

EB2: Implement a Sustainable Building Accelerator Program Develop programs to increase the speed and scale of adoption of energy retrofit measures and technologies to reduce energy use.

EB3: Implement a Green Leasing Program Develop a green-leasing program to provide education and incentives for leases that support investment in energy-reducing measures.

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Efficient Low-Carbon Buildings50% reduction in total building energy use20% reduction in fossil fuel use in existing buildings 100% new buildings are carbon-free

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Promotes Equity




159,667 mtCO2e

30%


Zero Net Energy New ConstructionActions Impact Co-Benefits

EB4: Adopt Ordinance for Zero Net Energy Construction for Multi-Family and CommercialRequire New Commercial Construction for commercial, mixed-use and multifamily properties to achieve zero net energy onsite or pay in-lieufee to support more local renewable energy

Building ElectrificationActions Impact Co-Benefits

EB5: Adopt Ordinance for Carbon Neutral Construction for Single-Family Residential Require New Residential Construction for Single-Family Homes to use only electric appliances and building systems or pay in-lieu fee to support more local renewable energy.

EB6: Convert Existing Natural Gas Appliances to Electric Develop programs, resources and incentives to support gas-to-electric conversion of appliances, hot water heaters and HVAC systems.






Promotes Equity



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159,667 mtCO2e

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Building ElectrificationActions Impact Co-Benefits

EB7: Adopt an Electrify Upon Sale Ordinance Adopt an ordinance that would require the replacement of gas-fired space and water heating appliances with electric-based systems as a condition of sale of residential dwellings.

Equity through EnergyActions Impact Co-Benefits

EB8: Provide Educational and Workforce Cleantech OpportunitiesPartner with Santa Monica College and Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District to offer aspiring professionals the opportunity to develop and install renewable energy systems.

EB9: Expand access to Energy Efficiency Programs Partner with utilities and the Clean Power Alliance to provide free home energy audits & upgrade programs for low-income households & affordable housing developers / managers.






Promotes Equity



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159,667 mtCO2e

30%

Zero Waste

95% diversion of landfill waste


28,243 mtCO2e

5%

Zero Waste95% landfill diversion

Eliminate Landfill WasteActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZW1: Implement Mandatory Organics Recycling Citywide Develop outreach and enforcement programs to ensure commercial and residential organics recycling citywide.

ZW2: Provide Waste Audits for Businesses and Residents Waste audits will give an analysis of a facilities’ waste stream and will give recommendations to reduce consumption and increase composting and recycling. ZW3: Institute Wet-Dry System for Businesses Simplify waste streams to ‘wet’ materials and ‘dry’ materials which will increase composting and recycling rates. ZW4: Implement Pricing Signals to Increase Diversion Explore fees and fines to create more incentives for recycling and composting and discourage landfill waste. ZW5: Increase Construction & Demolition (C&D) Debris DiversionIncrease C&D diversion through waste management plans and higher diversion requirements. Adopt a deconstruction ordinance to remove keep valuable materials out of the landfill, protect health, create pathways to construction careers and generate affordable reusable building materials.






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Eliminate Landfill WasteActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZW6: Implement Material and Landfill Bans Ban divertable materials, such as yard waste, from being disposed in trash containers, and materials that cause litter, such as straws and other plastics.

Reuse EconomyActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZW7: Continue to Promote and Expand the Reuse and Repair EconomyPrograms like the Citywide Annual Yard Sale and quarterly repair cafes have helped avoid wasting goods that are lightly used or damaged. New programs like lending libraries for tools should be considered.ZW8: Explore and Incentivize Reusable and Minimal PackagingReduce the amount of materials used in packaging. Promote packaging materials that are compostable and recyclable. Incentivize more grocery stores to sell bulk food to customers. Incentivize customers to bring their own reusable containers to the grocery store.






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Reuse EconomyActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZW9: Support and Pilot Extended Producer Responsibility ProgramsParticipate in campaigns and pilot programs that offer solutions for hard-to-recycle items.

ZW10: Explore Technologies to Convert Waste to Energy Pilot decentralized systems that convert locally collected organic waste into usable energy or products like feedstock.

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28,243 mtCO2e

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Sustainable Trips

50% of local trips made by foot or bike

25% of commuter trips are by transit


174,774 mtCO2e

10%

Sustainable Trips50% of local trips made by foot or bike25% of commuter trips are by transit

A New Mobility ModelActions Impact Co-Benefits

ST1: Adopt New Mobility StrategyDevelop and adopt policies and strategic plans to govern local mobility services, designate underutilized street space, implement pricing strategies and foster regional integration. ST2: Expand Shared-Mobility Services Improve shared-mobility services through more car-sharing, open-marketplace opportunities, permitting systems and payment platforms that integrate multimodal planning.ST3: Expand Mobility-Focused InfrastructureDevelop strategies and projects to use curb space as mobility hubs that can serve mobility-service providers. Integrate smart-sensing and smart-charging technologies.ST4: Review and Implement Parking Policies & PricingContinue to actively review and adjust parking prices citywide as market rates change, and revisit parking-management and -construction policies to encourage sharing existing resources. Conduct an equity-impact analysis before and after implementation.






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Safe Streets for AllActions Impact Co-Benefits

ST5: Expand Protected Bike Lane Network & Bike FacilitiesCreate designated bike lanes that are protected and high visibility to provide greater safety and assurance for less-confident riders.ST6: Expand and Diversify Breeze Bike-Share FleetProvide a varied fleet of bicycles, including electric bicycles, to offer options for people with different access and functional needs.ST7: Expand Pedestrian Network Improvements and Open SpacesAlign Pedestrian Action Plan five-year project list with First/Last-Mile Strategic Plan, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) projects and CIP/ATP funding to improve and increase sidewalks, night-lighting, bulb-outs and arterial-street crossings; designate non-motorized streets and prioritize Vision Zero. Expand publicly owned spaces and work with property owners to guarantee public access.ST8: Expand Safe Routes ProgramsIncubate the Safe Routes to School program to reach more children and families, and continue to pursue a Safe Routes for Seniors program.






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Connected TransitActions Impact Co-Benefits

ST9: Prioritize Mixed-Use and TOD Projects Continue to align with existing plans while prioritizing expansion and investment in Transit- Oriented Development projects.

ST10: Prioritize Mass Transit ServicesSupport public mass transit through infrastructure and service improvements, prioritize the highest-capacity shared-ride services and lowest-emission modes.ST11: Expand Citywide Transportation Management Organization Increase offerings and resources to increase the reach and impact of the TMO.

Connected TransitActions Impact Co-Benefits

ST12: Develop Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Policy, Protocols & OutreachDevelop protocols and policies for AV safety performance, AV City fleet vehicles, and AV commercial activities. Incorporate AV and Shared Mobility materials into GoSaMo campaign.






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174,774 mtCO2e

10%

Zero-Emission Vehicles

50% of vehicles are electric or zero emission


170,820 mtCO2e

42%

Zero-Emission Vehicles50% of vehicles are electric or zero-emission

Supportive InfrastructureActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZEV1: Increase Public and Private EV-Charging InfrastructureExpand network of off- and on-street charging stations. Provide or facilitate access to financial resources for installation of private charging stations. Provide additional incentives for lower-income individuals and non-profit property owners.

ZEV2: Explore New and Emerging Technologies for Zero-Emission Vehicles, Mobility Devices and ChargingLook to implement emerging best practices in EV technology where applicable to Santa Monica, including mobile charging, wireless charging, energy storage, and web/smartphone applications.

Increased Demand through EngagementActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZEV3: Develop Educational Resources and Outreach ProgramsTarget outreach and resources to develop awareness and interest; explore potential partnerships with local car dealerships in an effort to get discounted EV pricing for low-income residents.






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170,820 mtCO2e

42%

Zero-Emission Vehicles50% of vehicles are electric or zero-emission

Zero-Emission Mobility OptionsActions Impact Co-Benefits

ZEV4: Expand Zero-Emission Car-Share OpportunitiesIncrease vehicle sharing through shared rides, and shared-ownership models. Create tools to maximize street person -capacity and vehicle efficiency. Expand facilities for zero- and low-emission vehicles in car-sharing fleets. Create car-sharing voucher program (similar to transit vouchers) for low-income individuals.ZEV5: Offer Incentives for Transit & Mobility ServicesIncrease ridership, mobility access and equity by subsidizing fares for sustainable modes of transportation like transit, vanpool and micro-transit services, targeting youth, students, seniors and other underserved groups.ZEV6: Decarbonize City fleet vehicles, including Big Blue Bus,and SMMUSD Bus FleetConvert City fleet vehicles and Big Blue Bus vehicles to zero-emission technologies. Partner with the SMMUSD to transition the bus fleets to zero-emission technologies.ZEV7: Pilot Autonomous Vehicle Technologies and PoliciesWork with manufacturers to pilot technologies on fixed routes with limited services that provide shared-ride and zero-emission mobility solutions.






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170,820 mtCO2e

42%

Carbon Sequestration

Urban Forest Kelp Forest Natural Dunes

Carbon SequestrationNature-based solutions

Actions Impact Co-BenefitsUrban Forest ManagementExpand and maintain the urban forest to maximize diversity and carbon sequestration potential, reduce urban heat island and improve air quality.

Kelp Forest RestorationPartner with local organizations to restore native kelp by limiting invasive species and cultivating new growth

Natural Dune RestorationCultivate natural beach dunes by limiting beach combing and human activity.

Estimated 2030 GHG reductions 12,464 mtCO2e

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Promotes Equity



Climate Change Adaptation

2030 2050 2100

5.3”-12” 11.6”-23.8” 36.6”-113”

2050 21001 day ≥ 95 F 9 days ≥ 87 F

3 days ≥ 95 F 22 days ≥ 87 F

Wide swings between wet and dry years. Roughly same amount of

precipitation on average.

Worsened by increased temperatures

Extreme Heat

Drought

Sea Level Rise

Air Quality

Vulnerable Populations

Population Density School Zones

Age Index Transit Index

Source: Public Landscaping Division, Tree Planting Priority Model (2017-2021)

Resilient City Strategies

Enhance Community Resilience through Local Food

Enhance City Readiness & Monitoring Capacity

Incorporate Resilience into Emergency Response & Increase Climate Preparedness

Increase Safety & Resilience of City Infrastructure

Achieve Water Self Sufficiency

Protect Coastal Zone from Sea Level Rise & Coastal Flooding

Enhance Resilience of Homes & Buildings

Enhance Resilience of Ecosystems & Habitats

Implementing the Plan

• Carbon Impact Development Fee• Enabling Policies• Cash Incentives - Performance based, tax based, and up front &

downstream incentives.• Financing – CIP, Bonds, Green Bonds, lease agreements, loans• Credit Enhancements

Public

• Public Private Partnerships• Equity Investments• Technology Demonstration policies, programs, grants• Revolving Fund or Green Bank with Public seed capital

Semi-Public

• PACE - Property Assessed Clean Energy • Utility, State or Community Choice Energy rebates• Federal or Philanthropic Programs• Crowd-funding, Direct Public Offerings• Market driven growth - private capital investment/incentives• Energy Service Performance / PPAs- contracts paid back through energy

savings or fixed rates• Feed-in-Tariff – Utility tariff that favors local energy generators

Off Balance Sheet

Implementing the Plan

• Interdepartmental coordination• Budgeting through CIP• Focus on near-term and high impact actions• Work with CPASC to secure energy data,

develop programs and tariffs• Ramp up community engagement activity

• Annual – Progress Report• 2 years – GHG Inventory• 5 years – Plan Update

Next Steps

• Release public draft for comment & Negative Declaration

• Present to Planning Commission & Task Force

• Update public draft to final draft• Prepare staff report to Council• Council adoption

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