Climate Action Plan Flashcards
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What is a Climate Action Plan?
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Definition : A roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change
Purpose : Mitigate climate impacts, set measurable targets and improve resilience
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Key Components of CAP
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Emissions Inventory : Baseline measurement
Targets : Clear reduction goals (e.g. net-zero)
Strategies : Mitigation (e.g. renewables) & adaptation (e.g. flood defenses)
Monitoring : Track progress and update plans
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Example of CAP
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Paris Agreement : Limit global warming to below 2°C
Microsoft : Carbon-negative by 2030
California : 85% emissions cut by 2045
