Climate Action Planning
Washoe County is drafting our first-ever Climate Action Plan. We need your feedback!
As documents become available, they will be provided on this page:
- Climate Action Plan - Introduction (November 2024 draft)
- Climate Action Plan - County Operations (October 2024 draft)
- Community-Wide GHG Inventory (November 2024 draft)
- Climate Action Plan - Community (August 2024 draft)
Summary lists of strategies and actions to reduce emissions in Washoe County:
- County Operations: 5 strategies and 48 actions
- Community: 4 strategies and 73 actions
Share your feedback about the Climate Action Plan:
Please use this form to share your thoughts about this Climate Action Plan.
What is a Climate Action Plan?
A Climate Action Plan (CAP) is a strategic document that outlines a collection of measures and policies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and actively address climate challenges.
It defines GHG reduction goals based on local priorities and develops a framework with tactical activities to help achieve those goals.
Why have a Climate Action Plan?
A Climate Action Plan shares a vision of the positive outcomes possible with County and community action. And it provides a roadmap for our work together to reduce greenhouse gases and improve our air quality, public health, economy and quality of life.Building an Equitable Climate Action Plan
Low Income and Disadvantaged (LIDAC) communities often experience the “first and worst” impacts of climate change. Therefore, the County will prioritize solutions for these communities living on the front lines of climate impacts.
Previous Washoe County Inventories & Plans
Washoe County 2010 Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Washoe County 2014 Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Washoe County 2016 Waste Management Plan
Washoe County 2018 Waste Characterization Study
Washoe County 2020 Hazard Mitigation Plan
Washoe County 2022 Green Recovery Plan