Climate Action Plan
“The launch of our Climate Action Plan fulfills a promise I made to combat the impacts of climate change on our region, securing a healthier future for our children. This plan will build on our current operations to continue our reduction on greenhouse gasses. Our success will be a guide for businesses and other municipalities as they embark on similar initiatives. Thank you to the Monroe County Legislature and Climate Action Plan Advisory Committee for their work on this important plan.” - County Executive Bello
A Roadmap for
Climate Solutions in Monroe County
Phase I (County Government Operations)
In 2022, Monroe County completed Phase I of the Climate Action Plan. The purpose of this phase was to identify and prioritize goals, strategies and initiatives that will reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from County-owned sites, facilities, fleet and operations.
Phase II (Community-wide)
In 2024, Monroe County completed Phase II of the Climate Action Plan. Phase II is community-wide, with a broader focus, aiming to reduce GHG emissions throughout the county – including transportation infrastructure, housing, private industry operations, and more.
Monroe County continues to work toward creating resilient and sustainable communities across the region. We'll soon be reaching out to the community to help shape the Climate Adaptation & Resiliency Plan, which complements the Climate Action Plan!
A climate action plan is a comprehensive, strategic effort to address and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere and the related environmental and climatic impacts associated with rising GHGs.
The Phase II Community-wide Climate Action Plan was adopted by the Monroe County Legislature in August 2024 and is in the implementation stage
what is the difference between
phase I & phase II?
Phase I
began May 2020, plan was adopted September 2022
focuses on GHG emissions from County-owned facilities, infrastructure & operations
includes goals & actions County has direct control over
first step for County to be a climate action leader in our region
Phase II
began March 2023, plan was adopted August 2024
focus broadened to GHG emission sources throughout the county, such as housing, private industry operations, transportation infrastructure, etc.
included much broader community outreach & engagement with implementation partners including other municipalities, businesses, community organizations, and residents!
Without taking action, by 2099, Monroe County can expect to experience...
11̊F increase in annual high temp
4X more heat wave events
100% increase in 1" precipitation events
why does Monroe County need a CAP?
climate action co-benefits
improve public health
reduce carbon emissions
save money