The City of Encinitas’ current Climate Action Plan (CAP), adopted in 2018 and amended in 2020, affirmed the City’s commitment to preserving the natural environment, increasing sustainability efforts, and improving overall quality of life by outlining seven strategies and 20 measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the following areas: 

CAP Update

As outlined in the 2018 CAP, the City committed to updating the CAP every five years. The CAP update process has been initiated and will involve the development of an updated baseline greenhouse gas emissions inventory and projection, updated emissions reduction targets, updated emission-reduction goals, and revised or additional measures, as warranted.  

As the City develops new targets, goals and measures for the CAP, we will seek public input and suggestions on the actions the City can take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The City will host a number of workshops and public hearings for community members to share their input on the CAP update. 

Regular progress reports on the CAP update process will be shared at the City’s Environmental Commission meetings.  

Upcoming Events

The initial CAP update workshop that took place on January 30th, 2024 saw an exceptional turnout from community stakeholders. Comments received by the City will become public record at an upcoming Environmental Commission meeting.

 The next workshop is expected to take place mid-2024. To receive the latest information on the CAP update, subscribe to the 'Climate Action Plan' email list here.

Questions or comments may be submitted to climateaction@encinitasca.gov.