Climate Change & Sustainability Best Practices

Best Practices Framework

The Best Practices Framework offers suggestions for local action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in ten Best Practice Areas (see chart below), both in agency operations and the community at large. Specific best practice suggestions can be used to undertake stand-alone programs or can be part of a broad-based climate action plan. The suggestions and case studies are designed to reflect the variation among cities and counties and offer a variety of options ranging from simple steps to more complex projects.

Download the entire Best Practices Framework or click a Best Practice Area to learn more

Getting Started

In addition to the suggestions included in the Best Practices Framework, this section also includes information regarding:

• Greenhouse Gas Inventories
• Climate Action Plans
• Adapting to Climate Change