CCAN Best Practices Framework

Best Practices Framework Supports Your Efforts Now

This Best Practices Framework offers suggestions for local action in ten Best Practice Areas, both in agency operations and the community at large. An agency can use specific best practice suggestions for stand-alone programs or as part of a broad-based climate action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The suggestions are designed to reflect the variation among cities and counties and offer a variety of options ranging from simple steps to more complex undertakings.

You Can Start Now

We encourage you to review the Framework and get started on those actions that make sense for your agency. Many ideas in the Framework can be implemented immediately, even if you don’t have a climate action plan. For example, you can audit agency buildings and operations to find ways to save energy and money, such as by replacing lights, inefficient HVAC systems or water pumps. Buying climate-friendly products are another option. Check the Framework for ideas you haven’t thought of – if it fits your agency or community, you can start today.

Develop a Broad-based Climate Action Plan

Strategies for reducing greenhouse gases often overlap more than one program area. For example, many practices that improve energy efficiency also can apply to green building and water conservation. Strategies to promote efficient transportation are related to land use and community design. You can use the Framework to help identify these overlaps and start developing a broad-based climate action plan for your community.

Send Us Your Feedback

The Best Practices Framework is an evolving resource document. Over time, we will include new actions that
reflect innovation at the local level. If your city or county has additional suggestions for best practices to share,
please send them to us, along with any background information available. Email: climatechange@ca-ilg.org
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