CC Resolution 2013-010 GP 2035 Greenhouse GasRESOLUTION 2013 - 010
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE GREENHOUSE
GAS INVENTORY AND REDUCTION PLAN
WHEREAS, actions taken by local governments to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and increase energy efficiency provide multiple local benefits by
improving air quality and public health, reducing energy expenditures, and saving
money for the local government, its businesses, and its residents; and
WHEREAS, local governments greatly influence the community's energy
usage through their actions concerning land use, transportation, construction,
waste management, energy supply, and energy management; and
WHEREAS, The Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, also known as AB
32, requires that all cities prepare an inventory of greenhouse gases and adopt a
plan to establish reduction targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta has prepared a Greenhouse Gas Inventory
and Reduction Plan in accord with the requirements of AB 32 and in conjunction
with the General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report; and
WHEREAS, said Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan has complied
with the requirements of "The Rules to Implement the California Environmental
Quality Act of 1970" (CEQA) as amended (Resolution 83-63) in that the La Quinta
Planning Department has prepared an Environmental Impact Report SCH
#2010111094 ("EIR") that the City has certified; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of La Quinta, California,
held a public hearing to review and consider the proposed Greenhouse Gas
Inventory and Reduction Plan and did make findings to support a recommendation
of approval of the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan to the City
Council during their public hearing on the 11`h of September, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Department published a city-wide public hearing
notice in The Desert Sun newspaper on December 71h, 2012, as prescribed by the
Municipal Code. Public hearing notices were also posted on conspicuous bulletin
boards at City Hall, on the City of La Quinta's website, at the Village Post Office,
and at the 1 1 1 La Quinta Shopping Center; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California did, on the
181h day of December, 2012, hold a duly noticed .Public Hearing to review and
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consider the proposed Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan, upon hearing
and considering all testimony and arguments, the City Council of the City of La
Quinta, California, continued the item with direction to staff for further review and
potential revisions; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Department published a city-wide public hearing
notice in The Desert Sun newspaper on February 1st, 2013, as prescribed by the
Municipal Code. Public hearing notices were also posted on conspicuous bulletin
boards at City Hall, on the City of La Quinta's website, at the Village Post Office,
and at the 1 1 1 La Quinta Shopping Center; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Quinta, California did, on the
191h day of February, 2013, hold a duly noticed Public Hearing to review and
consider the proposed Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testimony
and arguments, if any, of all interested persons wanting to be heard, the City
Council of the City of La Quinta, California, did make the following mandatory
findings recommending approval of said Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction
Plan:
1. The Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan is consistent with
Executive Order S-03-05, as it estimates 1990 and current Greenhouse Gas
emission levels and sets reduction measures to meet the required targets.
2. The Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan is consistent with the
requirements of Assembly Bill 32, in that it establishes policies and programs
intended to reduce emissions to the required levels and implements
evaluation and reporting of city-wide Greenhouse Gas emissions every three
years.
3. The Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan is consistent with Senate
Bill 375, as it complements the Sustainable Community Element in the
General Plan and includes sustainable community strategies which will
reduce GHG emissions through the implementation of appropriate housing,
transit, and transportation policies.
4. The Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan is internally consistent
with the goals and policies of all elements of the General Plan, in that it was
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prepared as a strategic action plan which complement the goals policies and
programs of the General Plan Update.
5. The Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City in so far as it
will have a beneficial effect on air quality and public health by encouraging
policies which will reduce traffic and emissions.
6. The Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan is in conformance with
the California Environmental Quality Act in that the City has certified an
Environmental Impact Report SCH #2010111094 ("EIR") which was
prepared in conjunction with the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction
Plan and the General Plan Update.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La
Quinta, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. That the above recitations are true and constitute the findings of the
City Council in this case.
SECTION 2. That the City Council has read and considering -the information in the
Final Environmental Impact Report and has also considered the additional
comments received during the hearing on this matter. I I ,
SECTION 3. That the City Council does hereby approve the Greenhouse Gas
Inventory and Reduction Plan, as identified in "Exhibit A" attached with this
resolution, for the reasons set forth in this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the La Quinta
City Council, held on this 191h day of February, 2013, by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Evans, Henderson, Osborne, Mayor Adolph
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Franklin
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ILL�f,-I*j _
DON ADOL , May
City of La Quinta California
ATTEST:
SUSAN MA SELS, City Cler
City of La Quinta, California
(CITY SEAL)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
M! KAITHMINE JE Sq , City Attorney
City of La Quinta, of ornia
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EXHIBIT A
Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Reduction Plan
(See Laser Fiche for document)
EXHIBIT A
GEM ofthe DESERT -------
GREENHOUSE GAS
REDUCTION PLAN
Prepared For
City of La Quinta
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
Prepared By
I \
L -A Terra Nova Planning & Research, Inc.®
42635 Melanie Place, Suite #poi
Palm Desert, CA 92211
July 2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ............... .................................................................................. 1-1
11. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 11-1
III. LA QUINTA CO,E EMISSIONS INVENTORY.............................................................111-1
A. COMMUNITY WIDE INVENTORY.................................................................................111-1
i. Methodology......................................................................I..........................III-1
ii. Baseline CO2e................................................................................................ III-5
B. GOVERNMENT SPECIFIC INVENTORY..
I. Methodology .......................
ii. Baseline CO2e.......................
..................................................... III-8
.................................................... III-13
IV. LA QUINTA CO2E EMISSIONS FORECAST............................................................... IV-1
A. GENERAL TRENDS AND LA QUINTA SPECIFICS............................................................. IV-1
B. COMMUNITY WIDE FORECASTS.................................................................................IV-7
I. Business As Usual.......................................................................................... IV-7
ii. Reduction Targets........................................................................................IV-8
C. MUNICIPAL FORECASTS
i. Business As Usual............
ii. Reduction Targets..........
................................................. IV-8
................................................. IV-8
................................................. IV-9
V. GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTION MEASURES........................................................... V-1
A. COMMUNITY WIDE MEASURES.................................................................................. V-2
i. Community Implementation (CI) Existing Development .............................. V-4
ii. New Development (ND) Implementation Community Wide Programs ........ V-9
iii. Quantifiable Reduction Measures................................................................V-12
B. MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT MEASURES.......................................................................V-17
i. Implementation Programs ..........
ii. Quantifiable Reduction Measures
.....................................................V-17
........................................... V-20
VI. IMPLEMENTATION OF REDUCTION MEASURES ...................................................
VI-1
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 La Quinta Demographics..................................................................................111-2
Table 2 La Quinta Annual Electricity Use 2005.............................................................
III-2
Table 3 La Quinta Natural Gas 2005..............................................................................111-3
Table 4 La Quinta Solid Waste 2005.............................................................................111-5
Table 5 La Quinta 2005 Baseline Electricity..................................................................111-5
Table 6 La Quinta 2005 Baseline Natural Gas...............................................................111-6
Table 7 La Quinta 2005 Baseline Propane....................................................................III-6
Table 8 La Quinta 2005 Baseline Transportation.........................................................111-6
Table 9 La Quinta 2005 Baseline Solid Waste...............................................................111-6
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Table io La Quinta 2005 Baseline.................................................................................III-7
Table ff La Quinta Municipal Facilities..........................................................................III-8
Table 12 Municipal Electricity Use 2005........................................................................III-9
Table 13 Municipal Natural Gas 2005.......................
Table 14 Municipal Solid Waste 2005.......................
Table 15 Municipal Baseline 2005 Electricity...........
Table 16 Municipal Baselines 2005 Natural Gas......
......................111-9
.................................................... 111-f 2
Table 17 Municipal Baselines 2005 Transportation ...............................
Table 18 Municipal 2005 Baseline by Sector ..........................................
Table 19 La Quinta Growth Rates and Demographics ..........................
Table 20 Community Forecast by Sector ...............................................
Table 21 Community Reduction Targets ................................................
Table 22 Municipal Forecasts by Sector ................................................
Table 23 Municipal Reduction Targets ..................................................
Table 24 Community Reduction Measures for the Residential Sector
..................... III-13
..................... III-14
..................... III-14
..................... III-15
....................... IV-1
....................... I V-8
....................... I V-8
.................... IV-9
..................... IV -to
....................... V-f 3
Table 25 Community Reduction Measures for the Commercial Sector ..................... V-14
Table 26 Reduction Measures for the Transportation Sector .................................... V-15
Table 27 Reduction Measures for the Solid Waste Sector ......................................... V-16
Table 28 Reduction Measures for the Buildings and Facilities....................................V-2f
Table 29 Reduction Measures for Traffic Signals and Streetlights ............................ V-22
Table 3o Reduction Measures for Water Delivery and Transport .............................. V-22
Table 31 Reduction Measures for the Vehicle Fleet .................................................... V-23
Table 32 Reduction Measures for Employee Commute ............................................. V-24
LIST OF CHARTS
Chart f: Municipal GHG Trends and Targets...................................................................1-2
Chart 2: Community Wide GHG Trends and Targets......................................................1-3
Chart 3: Community GHG Inventory by Sector............................................................III-7
Chart 4: Municipal GHG Inventory .............................................................................. 111-15
APPENDIX A: UNDERSTANDING CLIMATE CHANGE
APPENDIX B: CACP SOFTWARE OUTPUT TABLES FOR COMMUNITY ANALYSIS
APPENDIX C: CACP SOFTWARE OUTPUT TABLES FOR MUNICIPAL ANALYSIS
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I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Climate change is linked to rising sea levels, reduced snowpack, prolonged droughts,
increased flooding, changes to species ranges, and more intense storm events. The
primary reason for the rise in global temperatures has been identified as greenhouse
gas production, particularly since industrial processes began to be more prevalent
worldwide. Greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide,
chlorofluorocarbons, hydrofluorocarbons (HFC), perfluorocarbons (PFC), sulfur
hexafluoride, and aerosols, and are created from the burning of fossil fuels mainly
from transportation, energy production, and industrial processes.
California releases approximately two percent of the world's greenhouse gas
emissions, making it the fifteenth largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world.
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, California passed the Global Warming Solutions
Act (AB 32) in 20o6. AB 32 calls for reducing greenhouse gases to 1990 levels, or 427
million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (COze) by the year zozo. These
reductions will come from a variety of sources, and the State has called on local
governments to reduce their share of greenhouse gases.
La Quinta is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions within its jurisdiction
and has prepared this Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan as a first step towards
achieving this goal.
The City collaborated with utility providers and drew from a variety of technical
studies, reports, and records to conduct the community wide and government
specific greenhouse gas inventory. The inventory establishes zoos as the baseline
year and projects future year emissions based on zoos emission levels. La Quinta has
set forth reduction targets consistent with AB 32 and aims to reduce COze emissions
to to percent below zoos levels by zozo and 28 percent below zoos levels by 2035•
Emissions and emission reductions have been calculated for both municipal activities
and community wide activities. Each category is briefly described below.
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Municipal Activities
The baseline inventory includes greenhouse gas emissions from the use of energy for
government buildings and facilities and operation of City streetlights and traffic
signals, transmission and conveyance of water and wastewater, as well as fuel
combustion from employee commute and operation of the City and Police Fleets.
The following chart shows the municipal GHG trend under "business as usual'"
conditions, the 2005 baseline level of 9,807 metric tons of CO2e, the 2020 reduction
target of 8,826 metric tons of CO2e, and the 2035 reduction target of 7,061 metric
tons of CO2e.
15,000
12,500
0
010,000
u
7,500
La Quinta Municipal GHG Trend
/ 12,671
11,328
_ _ _ - _ _ _ _
9,807
----------------------------
8,826
5,000
2005
2020
Year
7,061
2035
Chart t: Municipal GHG Trends and Targets
Community Wide Activities
—Business as
Usual
— —Baseline Level
----2020 Target
— • 2035 Target
The baseline inventory includes greenhouse gas emissions from the use of energy for
the residential and commercial sectors, fuel combustion from transportation, and the
disposal of solid waste associated with residents' and businesses' activities within the
City of La Quinta.
' Business as Usual is defined as the amount of CO2e generated if no reduction strategies are
undertaken.
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The following chart shows the community -wide GHG trend under business as usual
conditions, the 2005 baseline level of 460,946 metric tons of CO2e, the 2020
reduction target of 414,852 metric tons of CO2e, and the 2035 reduction target of
331,881 metric tons of CO2e.
850,000
750,000
0 50,000
9
`550,000
d
2450,000
N
U350,000
La Quinta Community Wide GHG Trend
828,538
668,627
_ - _ -
0.0,i.4ft__--------------------
414,852
.. _ .... 331,881
250,000 1
2005
2020
Year
—Business as
Usual
Baseline Level
2035
----2020 Target
— • 2035 Target
Chart 2: Community Wide GHG Trends and Targets
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It. INTRODUCTION
Climate change is a natural, cyclical phenomenon that has occurred throughout
geological time. The Earth has gone through varying natural climate cycles, including
glacial periods and interglacial periods. Prior to industrialization, theses cycles
occurred naturally. However, recent changes to climatic conditions are linked to
human activities, including the elevated concentrations of greenhouse gases being
emitted into the atmosphere. The effects of climate change are linked to rising sea
levels, reduced snowpack, prolonged droughts, increased flooding, changes to
species ranges, and more intense storm events.
Between 1961 and 1990 the Earth's mean surface temperature was about t4°C
degrees Celsius, or 57.20F degrees Fahrenheit. The Intergovernmental Panel on
Climate Change has reported that global mean temperatures have risen o.74°C
(1.330F) degrees Celsius between 1906 and zoos, primarily due to industrialization.
Industrialization has resulted in greenhouse gases that include carbon dioxide,
methane, nitrous oxide, chlorofluorocarbons, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons,
sulfur hexafluoride, and aerosols. Most are created from the burning of fossil fuels,
mainly from transportation, energy production, and industrial processes.
California releases approximately two percent of the world's greenhouse gas
emissions, making it the fifteenth largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world.
California has begun to see the early effects of climate change, including reduced
snowpack, more frequent droughts, and rising sea levels. See Appendix A for further
information on the cause and effects of climate change.
To curb greenhouse gas emissions, California passed the Global Warming Solutions
Act (AB 32) in 20o6. AB 32 calls for reducing greenhouse gases to 1990 levels State-
wide, or a reduction of 427 million metric tons of COze by the year zozo. These
reductions will come from a variety of sources, and the State has called on local
governments to reduce their share of greenhouse gases.
Purpose and Intent of the Reduction Plan
La Quinta is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions within its jurisdiction
and has prepared this Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan as a first step towards
achieving this goal. The greenhouse gas reduction plan includes a comprehensive
inventory of greenhouse gas emissions generated City-wide, including those
generated by local government activities. Future emissions of greenhouse gases are
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projected, reduction targets set, and policies and programs are proposed as part of
the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan.
To be consistent with AB 32 and executive order 5-3-05, the reduction target is to
achieve 1990 level emissions by zozo, and 8o% below 1990 levels by 2050.
While more stringent requirements for building standards and vehicle fuel efficiency
are being enacted on a statewide level, such as through updates to the California
Building Code (Title 24), and 5B 375, the City of La Quinta will comply with statewide
efforts and act locally to monitor, evaluate, and amend local policies and programs in
order to achieve targeted emission reductions.
The first task in preparing a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan is to conduct a City-wide
and municipal -specific inventory. Given that accurate data for 1990 is not readily
available and there are some disadvantages to back -casting, the preferred approach
is to use zoos as the base year, with a reduction target of to% below zoos levels. To
quantify the reductions that will be necessary in order to achieve the target, a zozo
forecast under business as usual conditions is conducted.
The zozo forecast shows what the City-wide and municipal -specific GHG emissions
will be, assuming growth and development, under business as usual conditions (that
is to say under current operating conditions). The difference between emissions
forecast for zozo and the reduction target emission level of to% below zoos levels
yields the emission quantity required to achieve the target.
Achieving a reduction target below 2005 levels requires that all new development
not contribute emissions, and existing GHG emitters reduce emissions by over fo%.
Alternatively and more practically, new development limits emissions to the greatest
extent feasible, and existing emitters make up the difference needed to achieve
targeted reductions through retrofits, equipment upgrades, and conservation. Given
that the City of La Quinta is approximately 8o% built out, most of the City's emissions
are, and will be generated by existing development. Reductions achieved for this
sector will yield the greatest results.
This Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan is the City's first attempt at establishing a
greenhouse gas emission baseline and proposing policies, programs and measures
intended to achieve quantifiable emission reductions. As data collection techniques
are refined and additional information becomes available it may be prudent to amend
the baseline, refine measures, and expand effective programs as deemed
appropriate.
Consistent with the statewide effort to reduce emission levels to 8o% of 1990
emission, the 2035 target relative to 2005 is set at 28%. The City of La Quinta intends
to reduce emission levels to 28% of 2oo5 levels by the year 2035•
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The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan is intended to serve as a guide that can be used
to achieve targeted reductions. Rather than requiring specific actions, the plan
establishes the intent of achieving reduction targets and provides a method of
quantifying how the reductions will be achieved by including various ways GHG
emissions can be reduced and by how much.
The City of La Quinta is committed to leading by example and has identified a number
of policies and programs that will be enacted to curb GHG emissions. Efforts include
the development and implementation of programs, collection, review and
monitoring of data, and periodic generation of reports to track progress towards
achieving reduction targets. The goal to reduce GHG emissions City wide is an
ongoing effort that will require staff time, funding, community participation and
other resources. The effort to reduce GHG emissions and successful implementation
of programs to achieve that goal will result in a more livable vibrant community
where enhanced air quality, economic vitality, and sustainable growth is realized.
For new projects that are consistent with the General Plan, City staff can assist
project proponents in identifying reduction measures and incorporating design
features that implement the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan. For projects that
require a General Plan amendment it should be recognized that GHG impacts are not
necessarily accounted for in the GHG Reduction Plan and will require independent
GHG analysis and mitigation measures to assure that the project does not conflict
with or jeopardize implementation of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan.
As mentioned, a concerted effort will need to be made to achieve the necessary
reduction targets, especially for existing development. These may include
interagency coordination to offer rebates and appliance upgrade assistance
programs, incentives for older homes and structures to conduct retrofits and
weatherization, partnerships with local and regional service providers to conduct
audits and perform upgrades, and other such methods. Furthermore, successful
implementation will require monitoring and review in order to evaluate and track the
effectiveness of reduction measures. While this Plan offers ideas and methods to
initiate the GHG reduction process, it is fully expected that as policies are enacted
programs will be refined, new programs developed, and record keeping standardized
to more precisely inform and evaluate the effectiveness of GHG reduction measures.
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III. LA QUINTA COZE EMISSIONS INVENTORY
Scope of GHG Inventory
The La Quinta emissions inventory is intended to capture all GHG emissions
generated by activities occurring within the City of La Quinta, including City
Government operations. The inventory does not account for emissions generated by
construction activities, long distance travel in or out of the region associated with
residents and visitors, including plane, train and automobile trips, nor does it account
for the GHG emissions resulting from the maintenance of golf courses including
scalping, seeding, mowing, and associated activities.
Methodology and assumptions used to conduct the Community Wide inventory and
the City of La Quinta Municipal Operations Inventory are described below.
A. Community Wide Inventory
The City-wide inventory utilizes energy and natural gas consumption data from the
residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, as well as information from mobile
sources and the solid waste sectors. Local utilities, IID, The Gas Company, and the
Coachella Valley Water District have provided consumption data for the City of La
Quinta. In some instances, as explained below, assumptions where made in order to
estimate La Quinta's contribution of GHG emissions relative to the population,
housing units, or number of households.
i. Methodology
Demographics
The assumptions made for La Quinta population, households and household size at
the end of zoos are shown in Table t. For purposes of establishing a baseline, it was
assumed that in zoos there were a total of 18,762 housing units, 38,47o households
and the population was 38,510.2
z Table 2: E-5 CltylCounty Population and Housing Estimates, Revised f/1i2oo6
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Table 1
La QuInta emographics
Year
Year
Year
Year
Year
2000
zoos
2007
2009
2010*
Population
26,o82
38,510
42,721
44,421
37,467
Housing Units
12,878
18,762
21,058
21,491
23,489
Occupied
9,207
13,414
15,056
15,365
14,820
Persons per household
2.82
2.868
2.835
2.888
2.528
Source: DOF Table z: E-5 City County Population and Housing Estimates, May zofo.
It should be noted that: data for z000 was revised as of 1/1/2oo7; Data for zoos was
revised as of 1/1/2006; Data for 2007 was revised as of 1/1/20o8; Data for 2009 was
revised as of 1/112010.
* Actual data based on the zofo U.S. Census Bureau.
From z000 through zoos it is estimated that the City of La Quinta grew by
approximately 12,400 people, an increase of 32.27 percent. From zoos through 2009
the City grew by approximately 5,911 people, an increase of 13 percent. The zofo
Census found that the population for La Quinta was 37,467, with 14,82o housing units
occupied. As such, the per capita household population size for zofo was 2.53.
Electricity
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is the electricity provider within the City of La
Quinta. To obtain electricity consumption, IID conducted a database query for the
City's 92253 zip code from January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005. IID separates
usage types based on rate categories, which is determined by how much load is
utilized at the time each contract account is created. Data provided by IID, for the
2005 query, is presented in the table below.
Table z
La quinta Annual Electricity Use 2005
Categories
kWh
Accounts
Residential'
315,169,183
23,746
Commercial'
159,111,567
2,232
Source: Hugo Valdez, Business Analyst IID, Energy Management &
Strategic Marketing, September zofo.
1. Includes Residential, Mobile Home, and Energy Assistance.
z. Includes Small and Large Commercial, and 6 accounts for agriculture.
It should be noted that IID also provided data based on zip code for streetlights,
outdoor lights, and public authority. A separate query by account number was also
conducted. Outputs varied between these two approaches, and IID was unable to
provide an explanation for the apparent discrepancy. Therefore, for analysis
purposes, the account specific query output data were utilized. The streetlight and
traffic signal sector is included within the Government Specific analysis below.
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Natural Gas
The Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) provided data for gas consumption
within the City of La Quinta. The data was obtained by summarizing the zoos
monthly -billed natural gas consumption associated to the Legal Jurisdiction code for
the City of La Quinta. The total number of facilities and total number of bill accounts
identified for the City were also provided. Table 3 shows the data provided by the
Southern California Gas Company for the City.
Table 3
La quinta Natural Gas zoos
Cubic Feet
Number of
Facilities
Number of
Bill Accounts
Residential
545,848,too
15,839
7,6 o
Commercial
146,301,900
261
too
Industrial
o
z
o
Data provided by Carol Sullivan, Southern California Gas Company, Au ust 13, 2010.
SoCalGas uses facilities and bill accounts to identify natural gas consumption usage
rates and prepare customer bills. A facility is identified when a natural gas line is put
in place. Through December 31, 2005, there were 15,839 residential facilities, 261
commercial facilities, and z industrial facilities in the City.
A bill account is created when gas service is turned on and the account is active. For
example, in 2005 two industrial facilities where constructed, but gas service was not
initiated, which is why there are zero bill accounts and zero cubic feet of gas shown
for industrial. The bill account is a customer identification number, but is not
necessarily representative of households or meters. For example, several meters may
be connected to a single bill account. In the City of La Quinta, where there are
seasonal residents and businesses, bill accounts are low since holds are placed on
accounts during the summer months.
Propane
The majority of residential and commercial land uses within the City utilize natural
gas. However, some parts of the La Quinta Cove use propane gas, delivered by
private companies to on -site tanks. For the purpose of this analysis, it was assumed
that 3,000 residential homes do not have access to natural gas services and instead
rely on propane. The assumption is derived from the difference between the
Department of Finance household size for 2005, and SoCalGas' number of facilities
for 2005. In addition, the number of homes in the Cove area was considered. The
resulting estimate of 3,000 homes is a reasonable representation of the likely number
of propane users in the City.
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A typical single family home utilizes t,000 gallons of propane annually.3 Therefore,
the total annual propane use within the City of La Quinta is estimated to be 30,000
gallons for the 2005 year.
Domestic and Wastewater Transport
The transport of domestic water and wastewater generates an energy demand
associated with pumping, distribution, storage, and treatment. The Coachella Valley
Water District is the water service provider for the City of La Quinta. For analysis
purposes this sector is included within the Municipal Government discussion below.
Vehicle Miles Traveled
The 2010 peak season daily traffic within the La Quinta City limits was provided by
Iteris, Inc., as part of the Traffic Report that was prepared for the zoto General Plan
Update. To estimate the peak daily trips for 2005, the 2010 figure was discounted by
13 percent, which is consistent with the growth in population that occurred during
this timeframe. Based on the comparison of peak season and non -peak season
volumes, the approximate annual average was calculated by reducing peak
season numbers by 7%. Vehicle miles traveled was obtained by multiplying the
average daily traffic by the average trip length, which is assumed to be 5 miles
and is intended to capture all trips generated by land uses within the City of La
Quinta.
Using this methodology, it was estimated that in 2005 the average daily
vehicle miles traveled within the City of La Quinta was 937,363. The average
annual miles traveled for 2005 was estimated to be 342 million.
Solid Waste
Burrtec is the waste disposal provider for the City of La Quinta. Burrtec prepares
monthly reports that summarize waste collection activities. Monthly reports for 2007
were utilized, since data for the inventory year (2005) were not available. To estimate
waste generation in 2005 a 9.86 percent reduction was applied to the 2007 figures.
The percentage reduction is consistent with the percentage population growth that
occurred between 2005 and 2007. The table below shows the estimated amount of
waste produced within the City of La Quinta in 2005.
3 Approximate for a 2,000 square foot unit with up to 4 people. Includes propane use for range and
oven, clothes dryer, water heater, and space heater or forced airfurnace.
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Table 4
La Quinta Solid Waste zoos
Tons
Refuse/Residue
40,259.53
Compost
7,722•47
Recycle
8,295.83
Source: Derived from Burrtec Monthly Report for
December 2007. Figures for zoos were obtained
by applying a reduction factor of 9.86 percent.
If. Baseline COze
The following discussion provides a detailed description of the resources utilized by
specific types of land uses, and shows the associated carbon dioxide equivalence
generated by each. In addition, all land uses are totaled to arrive at the community
wide COze baseline for La Quinta in zoos, which is estimated to be 1,228,050 metric
tons.
Electricity
Table 5 summarizes total annual kilowatt hours consumed by private development in
zoos in the City of La Quinta and presents the associated COze emissions generated
by that level of use.
Table 5
La Quinta zoos Baseline Electricity
Categories
kWh
COze
Residential'
315,i69,t83
137,633
Commercial'
159,111,567
69,483
Total
474,280150
207,116
Source: CACP Software
1. Includes Residential, Mobile Home, and Energy Assistance.
2. Includes Small and Large Commercial, and 6 accounts foragriculture.
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Natural Gas
Table 6 summarizes total annual cubic feet of natural gas consumed in zoos by
private development, and presents the associated COze emissions generated by that
level of use.
La
Table 6
Quinta zoos Baseline Natural Gas
Cubic Feet
COze
Residential
545,848,ioo
29,879
Commercial
146,301, 00
8,008
Total
692,150,000
37,887
Source: CACP
Propane
Table 7 summarizes total COze emissions generated by the use of propane.
Table 7
La quinta zoos Baseline Propane
Gallons
COze
Residential
30,000
173
Vehicle Miles Traveled
Table 8 summarizes the estimated vehicle miles traveled in zoos within the City of La
Quinta, and presents the associated COze emissions generated by fuel combustion.
La Quinta
Table 8
zoos Baseline Transportation
Vehicle Miles
COze
Gasoline
3i8,187,727
173,357
Diesel
23,949,613
32,709
Total
342,137,340
2o6,o66
Source: CACP
Solid Waste
Table 9 shows the estimated amount of waste produced within the City of La Quinta
for the year zoos, and the associated metric tons of COze emissions.
Table 9
La Quinta zoos Baseline Solid Waste
Tons
COze
Refuse/Residue
40,25 •53
9,703
Source: CACP
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Sector Summary
The table below shows the total metric tons of CO2e generated within the
community for the 2005 baseline year for the City of La Quinta. The chart which
follows displays the relative percentage contribution of CO2e from each sector.
Table to
La Quinta 2005 Baseline
metric tons
CO2e
Residential
167,686
Commercial
77,492
Transportation
206,066
Waste
9,703
Total
460, 46
Source: CACP
Community GHG Inventory 2005
CO2e
2%u
Residential
I t,
t
eCommercial
cF;:
�
+Transportation
E
I
'
oSolid Waste
i
0 17%
Chart 3: Community GHG Inventory by Sector
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B. Government Specific Inventory
The municipal -specific inventory requires energy use information for buildings,
transport of water and sewer, and streetlights and traffic signals. Information on
waste generation rates and municipal mobile operations such as City -owned vehicles
and employee commutes is also included.
Methodology
Facilities Data
The size of municipal facilities is utilized to determine per capita growth potential,
employee growth potential, energy use per square foot, and other such indicators
that may be useful in making relative comparisons. It was assumed that at the end of
zoos, there were a total of too City employees. The table below shows indicators
used to further understand and interpret the municipal facilities data.
Table 11
La Quinta Municipal Facilities
Year
zoos
Year
zoo?
Year
zoo
Employee Count
100
101
102
Civic Center Square Feet
32,000
32,000
55,000
Library Square Feet*
20,000
20,000
20,000
Senior Center Square Feet
10,000
10,000
10,000
Source: City of La Quinta.
* Library remodel occurred in zoos. For analysis purposes 2009
data is used for establishing the library baseline.
Electricity
To obtain electricity consumption for municipal buildings and facilities, IID conducted
a database query for each account number provided. (City specific account numbers
were obtained from the La Quinta Department of Finance.) Account usage data
provided by IID, for the zoos query, are presented in the table below.
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Table 12
Municipal ElectricUse 2oo5
Categories
kWh
Accounts
Square Feet
Street lighting
1,311,439
172
N/A
Parks and Recreation
496,710
9
N/A
Public Works
77,720
3
12,000
Police
82,6 o
z"
4,726
Silver Rock
1,14 ,110
9
13,000
Fire Station #93
92,240
1
7,700
Fire Station #32
57,040
1
4,000
Fire station #70
65,280
1
5,750
Civic Center
1,146,400
1
32,000
Library
509,120
1
20,000
Senior Center
T 207,200
1
10,000
Source: Hugo Valdez, Business Analyst IID, Energy Management & Strategic
Marketing, September 2010.
* Indicates that only partial year data was available for 2005, therefore complete
year data from 2oo9 was utilized.
Natural Gas
The Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) provided natural gas consumption
data for municipal specific accounts. Table 7 shows the data provided for La Quinta's
municipal facilities.
Table 13 .
Municipal Natural Gas 2005
Facility
Cubic Feet 2005
Civic Center
1,567,500
Library*157,100
Senior Center
639,400
Fire Station #93
114,600
Data provided by Carol Sullivan, Southern California Gas
Company, August 13, 2010.
* Represents partial data or not fully operational in 2005,
therefore 2009 figures are utilized.
The following provides the rationale for the use of 2009 figures in place of 2005 data
for the Library, Senior Center, and Fire Station #93 as noted in Table 13 above. In
2oo8, the Civic Center underwent a 22,000 square foot expansion. At that time, a
new computerized system was installed to automatically run heating and cooling.
Between 2005 and 2oo9, natural gas usage at the Civic Center was reduced by
631,800 cubic feet despite the expansion. This is in part attributed to the automation
of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system (HVAC). The 82,300 cubic foot
reduction in natural gas consumption at the Library during the same time frame is in
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part attributed to the automation of the HVAC system as described above. In
addition, the community rental space that had been available in conjunction with the
Library was relocated to the Senior Center. Furthermore, the Library expansion was
completed in zoos, which resulted in a more efficient building envelope. The
substantial increase in natural gas usage (556,000 cubic feet) at the Senior Center
between zoos and 2oo9 is due to the full operation of the facility and realization of
the intended use (community rental space and operation of the kitchen). Fire Station
#93 was built and began operation in the fall of zoos. Therefore, the zoos figure for
Fire Station #93, (26,500 cubic feet) represents only a few months of consumption.
For reasons stated above, the Library, Senior Center, and Fire Station #93 use 2009
figures for natural gas consumption as the baseline, since they more closely
represent annual consumption appropriate for baseline conditions.'
It should be mentioned that in addition to Fire Station #93, there are two other La
Quinta Fire Stations: #7o and #32. These two stations do not use natural gas and rely
solely on electricity to meet energy demands.
Propane
The City of La Quinta purchases propane for municipal operations primarily
associated with the Public Works yard. The City utilizes 3-gallon tanks and in a given
year typically purchases approximately eight tanks. On average, an estimated 24
gallons of propane are consumed annually.5 Due to the limited scale and use of
propane for municipal facilities, GHG emissions from propane are not included in this
sector of analysis.
Water and Wastewater
The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is the provider of potable water and
sewage treatment services for the City of La Quinta. CVWD domestic water facilities
include wells for pumping and production of potable water, distribution lines,
elevated storage tanks and pumps to pressurize the system. Sewage treatment
facilities include conveyance pipelines, lift stations, and treatment plants. All of these
operation result in energy consumption. For analysis purposes energy consumption
associated with facilities located within the City's jurisdiction were summarized.
Royce Jones, Associate Engineer, Electrical and Controls, CVWD, provided data on
kilowatt-hour usage for all CVWD facilities located within La Quinta. The total annual
energy consumption for all CVWD facilities within La Quinta was estimated to be
4 Historic buildings and facilities information provided by Bret Butler, Eddie Hylton, and Tom
Hartung, City of La Quinta, September zo, 2010. It should be noted that the Senior Center and Fire
Station #93 have not undergone any substantially expansions or remodels between zoos and
2009.
5 Data provided by Louise West, Accounting Manager, City of La Quinta.
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14,122,310 kWh in 20o8. The year provided is considered to be representative of the
zoos year, and was utilized for analysis purposes.
In addition to CVWD facilities located within La Quinta, residents also generate
wastewater effluent that is treated outside the City. Although technically outside of
the La Quinta boundary, and therefore not included as part of the baseline figure, for
disclosure purposes it is estimated that for the zoos baseline year 3,119 metric tons of
COze were generated as a result of the sewage treatment process elsewhere in the
Valley. This figure assumes a per capita COz emission rate of o.o8t metric tons.
Vehicle Miles Traveled
Police Vehicle Fleet
The La Quinta Police Vehicle Fleet consists primarily of Ford Crown Victorias and one
Chevy Impala. All police fleet vehicles use gasoline for their fuel type. For modeling
purposes it was assumed that emissions from police vehicles are equivalent to
emissions generated by full size autos. The mileage reported in 2009 totaled 556,351
miles for the year. As the police vehicle fleet has not grown substantially since zoos,
it is assumed that a similar number of vehicle miles were traveled for the zoos
baseline year.
Public Works
The Public Works Department owns and operates several vehicles that use a variety
of fuel types, including gasoline, diesel, and compressed natural gas. Make and model
vary, but typically range from Y2 ton pickups to 2Y2 ton dump trucks. Monthly mileage
is reported for each vehicle, and were summed to determine yearly mileage for each
fuel type. In 2009, there were a total of 146,138 miles from gasoline vehicles, 1,253
miles from diesel vehicles, and 10,774 miles from compressed natural gas vehicles. In
addition, the backhoe/loader operated for a total of 193 hours. For the purpose of
this analysis it was assumed that mileage reported in 2oo9 is consistent with what
mileage would have been for zoos and 2oo9 data were used to establish the
baseline.6
Other City Vehicles
There are a number of other vehicles that are used daily or periodically by city staff
and employees. Vehicle types range in make and model, but are generally
represented by the category light truck/SUV/pickup. For the purpose of this analysis it
is assumed that 75% of the miles traveled are from gasoline vehicles and 25% are
diesel. Estimated mileage for Other City Vehicles totaled 119,220. Therefore, it is
estimated that 89,415 miles are attributed to gasoline combustion and 29,805 to
diesel.
In addition, there are two street sweepers, and a John Deer backhoelloader. Emissions from construction
equipment are not included in the analysis since gasoline usage or mileage data is unavailable.
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Employee Commute
To estimate the annual vehicle miles traveled from City employees traveling to and
from work, it was assumed that the foo employees took four trips per day (to and
from work, to and from lunch), and traveled an average of 7 miles during 52 five-day
workweeks in zoos. Therefore, an estimated 728,000 vehicle miles were traveled in
zoos from La Quinta employees commuting to and from the Civic Center. For analysis
purposes it is assumed that go percent of vehicles use gasoline and to percent use
diesel fuel.
Solid Waste
City Hall facilities including the Civic Center, Library, and Senior Center have waste
disposal service pickup once or twice a week. All facilities have 3 and 4 cubic yard bins
for trash and recyclables. While trash bin containers hold a specific volume, the .
weight of the trash varies depending on the density of the material. In order to
approximate average weight, it was assumed that trash bins at City facilities
contained a mix of paper products, food waste, plant debris, wood and textiles, and
miscellaneous waste.
Since waste products vary drastically in weight it was assumed that, on average, one
cubic yard of commercial trash weighs 0.075 tons (150 lbs.) and one cubic yard of
recyclables weighs O.z tons (4O0 Ibs.). The table below shows the estimated amount
of waste produced at the following City facilities.
Table 14
Municipal Solid Waste zoos
Pounds perYear
Trash
Recycling
Senior Center
46,800
62,400
Civic Center
23,4O0
62,400
Library
62,4OO
104,000
Fire Stations
23,40O
0
Assumptions: One cubic yard of trash weighs 150 pounds and one
cubic yard of recyclables weighs 400 pounds. On a weekly basis trash
volumes average the following cubic yards: 6 at the Senior Center; 3
at the Civic Center; 8 at the Library; and 3 at the Fire Station. On a
weekly basis recyclable volumes average the following cubic yards: 3
at the Senior Center; 3 at the Civic Center; 5 at the Library; and o at
the Fire Station. Solid waste at the fire station was multiplied by
three to account for all three fire stations within the City.
The above table
is provided
for comparison purposes only. The
municipal CACP
model does not
specifically
break out solid waste generated
by government
operations.
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il. Baseline COze
The following discussion provides a detailed breakout of the sources that generate
greenhouse gas emissions from the operation of municipal facilities and services. In
addition, municipal sectors are summarized to arrive at the government specific COze
baseline for La Quinta Municipal Activities in zoos, which is estimated to be 10,240
metric tons.
Electricity
Electricity is used for the operation of municipal buildings and facilities, streetlights
and traffic signals, and for the transport and distribution of water. Table 15 shows
energy consumption from each source and the associated COze emissions.
Table 15
Municipal Baseline zoos Electricity
Categories
kWh
COze
Water Delivery
14,122,310
6,167
Street lighting
1,311,439
573
Buildings
Park and Recreation
496,710
217
Public Works
77,720
34
Police
82,650
36
Silver Rock
1,14 ,110
939
Fire Station #93
92,240
40
Fire Station # z
57,040
25
Fire station #70
65,28o
z
Civic Center
1,146,400
501
Library'509,120
zzz
Senior Center
207,200
go
Total
19,317,219
8,87
Source: CACP
* Represents partial data or not fully operational in zoos, therefore
2009 figures are utilized.
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Natural Gas
Table 16 shows the data provided by the Southern California Gas Company for La
Quinta's municipal facilities and the associated COze emissions from said
consumption.
Municipal
Table 16
Baselines 2005 Natural Gas
Facility
Cubic Feet
COze
Civic Center
1,567,500
86
Library*157,100
9
Senior Center
639,400
35
Fire Station
3*
114,600
6
Total
2,478,600
136
Source: CACP
* Represents partial data or not fully operational in 2oo5,
therefore 2009 figures are utilized.
Transportation
Table 17 summarizes vehicle miles and COZe emissions from the fuel sources used for
municipal activities, which include police vehicle fleet, general City Vehicles, Public
Work Vehicles, and employee commutes.
Table 17
Municipal Baselines 2005 Transportation
Facility
Vehicle Miles
COze
Diesel
103,858
51
Gasoline
1,447,104
741
Compressed Natural Gas
10,774
6
Total
1,561,736
798
Source: CACP
Sector Summary
Table 18 shows the total metric tons of COze by sector for the 2005 baseline year for
the La Quinta's Municipal operations. The chart which follows shows the percentage
contribution for each municipal sector.
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Table 18
Municipal zoos Baseline by Sector
metric tons
COze
Building and Facilities
2,268
Streetlights and Traffic Signals
573
Water Delivery
6,167
Vehicle Fleet
447
Employee Commute
352
Total
91807
Source- CACP
63%
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COze
a Buildings
4% 4% 10201-
a Streetlights
N Water
6% Facitlites
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:Vehicle Fleet
O Employee
Commute
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IV. LA QUINTA CO2E EMISSIONS FORECAST
A. General Trends and La Quinta Specifics
Demographics
The California Department of Finance (DOF), Coachella Valley Association of
Governments (CVAG), and the Southern California Association of Governments
(SCAG) provide city -specific growth rates and other demographic information that
has been used in order to project future conditions within the City of La Quinta. Table
19 below shows the growth rates and demographic information that was utilized in
the CACP model. Growth rate is the amortized rate from 2005-2035•
Table 19
La Quinta Growth Rates and DemogTra hics
Growth
Year
Year
Year
Year
Rate
2005
2012
2020
2035
1.82
38,510
43,682
50,449
66,o8
-population'
Households'
1.40
18,762
2o,676
23,103
28,448
Em to ment3
o.81
11,400
11,465
11,539
11,678
Commercials .ft4
0.95
2,749,018
6,532, 11
7,047,692
8,124,745
Source: zoos figures are from Table 2: E-5 City County Population and Housing Estimates, DOF.
2035 figures are from the Draft Integrated Growth Forecasts, SCAG, May 2011, unless otherwise
noted. Figures for 2012 and 202o assume the average annual growth rate between 2005 and 2035.
1. Population and household figures are from DOF and SCAG for 2005 and 2035 respectively.
Population projections for 2035 are weighted to include seasonal residents.
2. SCAG 2035 projections show occupied units, as such, values are weighted by 41.5% to include
vacant dwelling units.
3. Employment data for 2005 is from Lori Lafond at LQ, and 2035 data is from the Riverside County
Center for Demographic Research.
4. Commercial square footage for 2005 is from Wallace Nesbit, Principal Planner of LQ. Growth
rate shown represented expected between 2010 and 2035•
The composition of the population is an important indicator of behavioral and social
trends that may affect greenhouse gas emissions. The overall population of La Quinta
grew by nearly 6o% between 2000 to 2005, and is projected to rise by another 37%, to
52,990 full time residents by 2035. As the population rises, the median age of La
Quinta residents continues to rise - the median age in 2000 was 36.4, and rose to
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39.6 in 20o9. La Quinta residents over the age of 55 made up approximately 27% of
the population in 2009.7 The aging population of La Quinta is representative of the
Valley -wide trend. La Quinta serves as a retirement destination and offers second
homes for many retiring baby boomers.
Energy and Smart Grid Systems
For the most part, the power grid system is outdated and is lacking new advances
and state of the art technologies that would increase energy transport efficiency and
production, and reduce associated GHG emissions. Approximately one-third, or 2,500
million of 6,o22 million total metric tons of carbon dioxide produced in zoo7 in the
United was from electric production. Future consumption of electricity is projected
to increase by 41% by 203o, and production from fossil fuel plants is expected to
increase from 71% to 74% during the same period under a "business as usual"
approach. Increased energy demands that are met under business as usual
conditions result in increased emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse
gases.
The Energy Independence and Security Act in zoo7 deviates from business as usual by
calling for increased energy efficiency, reduced greenhouse gas emissions from
electric generation, and energy independence. The Act calls for the modernization of
the electric grid through the development of a Smart Grid System 8
A Smart Grid System incorporates the latest digital technology and provides real time
management for electricity production and distribution. The Smart Grid moves away
from the currently centralized, producer controlled network to a consumer and user
based system. New technologies allow consumers to digitally monitor energy use
and cost, and help them to make informed decisions about when to run appliances.
Real time two-way communication systems move electricity between utilities and
consumers using sensors that monitor electricity demand and supply data
throughout the distribution and transmission system, and automate energy
transmission accordingly. This allows utility companies to not only balance supply and
demand and create more reliability, but also optimize the use of power plants,
distribution substations and other infrastructure to create more efficiency. The Smart
Grid Systems is better equipped to integrate renewable energy production such as
wind, solar, and biomass, and use these sources during high peak loads. A Smart Grid
is more resilient in that it is able to pinpointing where disruptions occur and where
demand is needed.
The Smart Grid will provide more efficient and reliable sources of power, which will
result in reductions to GHG emissions. Integrating renewable energy sources from
wind, solar, and biomass -capture will reduce reliance upon fossil fuel generating
7 Riverside County 2009 Progress Report, 2010.
8 The Smart Grid: An Introduction Prepared for the US Department df Energy, . P P P 20o8.
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facilities and replace nonrenewable energy production with clean and renewable
sources. The Smart Grid will better manage small scale electricity production, such as
rooftop solar, and will be more capable of putting excess power back onto the grid.
The efficiencies and new technologies that make up the Smart Grid System are
expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The generation of electricity through the combustion of coal, petroleum, and natural
gas accounts for 86.2 percent of the greenhouse gas emissions nationwide.9
Reducing emissions from this sector will come from increased efficiency on the
demand side and a shift towards cleaner energy production on the supply side.
There are several existing IID, state, and federal incentives to encourage energy
savings on the demand side. These include rebates for replacing older appliances
with updated energy efficient models, home and business retrofit and
weatherization programs, and educational campaigns aimed at changing behaviors
to achieve energy conservation. In addition, new technologies that offer real time
monitoring for home and business use may be effective in realizing energy
conservation and improving energy use efficiency.
Residents and businesses in the City of La Quinta can take advantage of having an
average of 35o days of sunshine per year, and installing small-scale photovoltaic solar
arrays on residences and buildings or above parking structures.
Due to recent policies and incentives, many of the utility providers are increasing the
use of renewable energy sources to diversify the grid and reduce GHG emissions from
the production of electricity. IID operates in a geographic region that supports the
use of geothermal, solar, and wind power in energy production, and intends to
expand the use of these resources in the next several years. Renewable energy
projects currently under way or in planning phases will diversify IID's grid mix and
reduce the average greenhouse gas emissions for electricity generation.
In addition to diversifying the grid, new comprehensive grid management
technologies such as "smart grid systems" provide real time control over energy use
and capacity, and have the ability to avoid unnecessary losses due to inefficient
transport and leaks.
Energy Efficient Building Codes
California has strict building codes to help reduce energy consumption and
greenhouse gas emissions. The California Building Standards Code Title 24 was
created in 1978 to reduce California's energy consumption. Title 24 has established
the Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential and Nonresidential Buildings, which
requires new development to comply with mandated energy efficiency standards.
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These standards are updated periodically to take advantage of new technology for
reducing energy consumption. The 2oo8 Standards went into effect on January f,
zofo, and hold that all new projects requiring building permits conform to the 2008
Standard.
The 2oo8 Standards provide both mandatory measures and prescriptive
requirements for new construction for both residential and nonresidential structures
in California. For residential projects, the 2oo8 Standards provide new requirements
related to the building envelope, HVAC units, water heating, and lighting. New
residential homes, for example, are required to have 50% or more "high efficacy"
light fixtures, rather than traditional incandescent light fixtures. High efficacy light
fixtures include new technologies that use less energy, or wattage per lumen, than
low efficacy lights. High efficacy lights include light emitting diode (LED) lights and
compact fluorescent lighting. Other prescriptive measures include using double pane
windows to reduce air leakage, installation of cool roofs, and new design techniques,
such as the use of insulation around piping, to reduce heat loss associated with water
heaters: °
For non-residential development, the 2008 Standards provide new requirements for
the building envelope, mechanic systems, outdoor lighting, sign lighting and
refrigerated warehouses. outdoor lighting is required to be on sensors or have
control switches that turn off when not used, and non-exempt outdoor lighting with
lights over foo watts are to be used with high efficacy lights of a least 60 lumens per
watt or be controlled by motion sensor." All new mandatory measures for both
residential and non-residential units in the 2008 Standards are designed to reduce
energy consumption and help reduce greenhouse gases.
Many new developments in La Quinta already incorporate energy saving techniques
and measures that reduce energy consumption. The Trilogy at La Quinta project has
incorporated energy reduction measures in new homes, including solar powered attic
fans, dual -pane windows, Energy Star appliances, and solar electricity generation
systems. The City's Vista Dunes Apartments was designed as a LEED Platinum project,
incorporating roof -mounted solar, white roofs, Energy Star rated appliances and
windows, and thermal chimneys to reduce costs for tenants. Future development in
La Quinta will be required to continue using energy efficient systems and designs
based on the latest building codes.
Vehicle Miles Traveled
Vehicle miles traveled (VMT) is a unit measurement that describes the distance
traveled by vehicles. As the median age continues to rise in La Quinta, and new
"active adult" communities are developed, new challenges exist for reducing
7O "Residential Compliance Manual," prepared by California Energy Commission, December, 2oo8.
" "Nonresidential Compliance Manual," prepared by California Energy Commission, August, 2009.
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greenhouse gases. The direct benefits of having an older population is that daily
vehicle miles traveled is generally lower than for their younger cohorts, because
retirees do not travel to work or transport children to different activities.
According to the zoos National Household Travel Survey, Americans aged 55 to 64 on
average drove 13,171 miles annually, and the over 65 population drove an average of
7,685 miles annually. The average daily miles traveled by persons 65 and older in zoos
was 27.5 miles, compared to 48.8 miles for those between the ages of 36 to 65.
Population trends show, however that more people are reaching retirement age, and
daily vehicle miles traveled by those older than 65 are increasing. According to the
zoos National Household Survey, average daily miles traveled by persons 65 and older
were only 18.4 miles in 19go, compared to the 27.5 miles reported in 2001.12 New
opportunities exist when designing retirement communities to provide more
walkable streets, mixed land uses, and golf cart access to reverse the trend of
increasing vehicle miles traveled by the senior population.
For all segments of the population, land uses within a city have a tremendous impact
on vehicle miles traveled. A study prepared for the U.S. Department of
Transportation in April of 2oo6 analyzed the relationship between vehicle miles
traveled and land use. It found that land use traits, including density, mix of uses,
urban form, urban design, activity scale and contiguousness, influence vehicle miles
traveled. The Study reports that trip rates increase when there is greater accessibility,
including higher densities, mixed land uses, better connectivity of the transportation
network, attractive urban design, and contiguous development. However, the length
of each trip is shortened when development is built at higher densities with mixed
land uses, and when there is greater connectivity within the transportation
network." Communities that incorporate mixed uses, such as residential built
alongside commercial or office uses, enable residents to have localized access to
jobs, shopping, and other activities. Conversely, single use development reduces
connectivity and encourages longer trip lengths.
Greater accessibility also encourages alternative modes of transportation, such as
walking, biking, golf carts (electric), or other means (not an automobile). Walking, for
example, is related to distance, design, diversity, and density of a place. People are
more willing to walk when a destination is in close proximity, the streets and
buildings along the sidewalks are safe and attractive, activity levels along the streets
12 zoos National Household Travel Survey, prepared for US Department of Transportation & Federal
Highway Administration, December 2004.
13 `The Case for Moderate Growth in Vehicle Miles of Travel: A Critical Juncture in U.S. Travel
Behavior Trends, prepared by Steven E. Polzin, Ph.D. Center for Urban Transportation Research,
April zoo6.
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are high, and when there are multiple destinations.'^ Each of these factors helps to
reduce vehicle miles traveled within a community.
Many communities are encouraging flexible zoning to allow for greater accessibility
and to reduce greenhouse gases associated with vehicle miles traveled. La Quinta has
the opportunity to reduce vehicle miles, and by extension greenhouse gas emissions,
by establishing flexible zoning and improving connectivity. Walking and bicycling can
be encouraged by providing sidewalks that are aesthetically pleasing, safe, have
slower traffic on adjacent roadways, and interconnect with various destinations. The
City can establish new golf cart routes, or expand the existing network of golf cart
paths to expand the destinations for golf carts or electric vehicles, in an effort to
reduce motorized vehicular travel. Future development in the City can also
incorporate mixed land uses and activities to reduce trip lengths and travel. Each of
these factors would not only help reduce vehicle miles traveled and lower
greenhouse gases emissions, but would also help create a healthier, more livable
community.
Solid Waste
Landfills are the second largest source of. human induced methane emissions, and
accounted for 23% of all methane emissions in 2007. Methane gas is created when
bacteria decompose organic material, such as yard waste, paper, food waste, and
other household waste. As bacteria break down organic material, they emit methane
gas into the soil, which is then released into the air. Many landfills are utilizing gas
recovery systems to capture methane releases. The EPA has established a Landfill
Methane Outreach Program to encourage methane capturing at landfills around the
country.15 In California, the California Air Resources Board (CARE) approved the
Landfill Methane Capture Strategy as an early action measure to reduce methane
emissions from landfills. The Strategy calls for the following:
- Install new methane control systems at landfills that do not have them
currently in place.
Maximize landfill methane capture efficiencies by optimizing landfill design,
operation, and closure/post-closure practices.
Increase recovery of landfill gas for use as a biomass renewable energy source
to replace energy from nonrenewable fossil fuel sources.t6
La Quinta's solid waste is sent to Lamb Canyon Sanitary Landfill in Riverside County,
but may be transported to one of several other landfills, including Badlands Sanitary
14 The Transportation/Land Use Connection, American Planning Association, June, 2007.
15 "Methane", http;(Lww.e aa,govLmethane/sources.html, prepared by US EPA, June 22, 2010.
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Landfill in Riverside County, Bakersfield Metropolitan Sanitary Landfill in Kern County,
Puente Hills Landfill in Los Angeles County, and Sycamore Sanitary Landfill in San
Diego County. Not all of these landfills currently have methane control systems in
place, but will be required to in the future, based on CARB regulations. Methane
control systems will help reduce greenhouse gases associated with the
decomposition at landfills. The most effective way to avoid GHG emissions from
landfills, however, is to reduce the volume of solid waste through stream diversion
and source reduction — more commonly referred to as recycling.
B. Community Wide Forecasts
Using baseline data and anticipated growth rates, greenhouse gas emissions can be
projected for future years. Community wide emission forecasts for business as usual
conditions project the level of emissions associated with each sector in the event that
the status quo is maintained. The business a usual scenario serves as a benchmark
from which emission reductions can be measured. The City of La Quinta has set a goal
of achieving a to percent emission reduction from 2005 levels by zozo, and a 28
percent reduction from 2005 levels by 2035.
L Business As Usual
Emission projections for business as usual conditions were forecast for zotz, zozo,
and 2035 using the Clean Air and Climate Protection Software, Version z.z.tb, April
zozo. The Forecast Building function calculates future emissions based on annual
growth rates and baseline input values. The detailed methodology on assumption
and data sources utilized to construct the 2005 baseline inventory for the community
wide analysis for the City of La Quinta are described above in Section III.A.i.
The Compound Annual Growth Rates for each sector were determined using the
2005 baseline data and the 2035 projections. The residential sector assumes an
annual growth rate of 1.4 percent, consistent with the expected growth rate in
households. The commercial sector assumes an annual growth rate of 0.95 percent
consistent with the expected growth rate in the square footage of commercial lands,
as set forth in the General Plan Update, relative to the 2010 commercial square
footage estimates City-wide. The transportation and solid waste sectors assume an
annual growth rate of 1.82 percent, consistent with the expected growth rate of the
population. Community forecast projections use the annual growth rates for each
sector, as described above, compounded from the 2005 baseline.
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Table 20
Community Forecast by Sector
metric tons
2ot2 CO2e
2020 CO2e
2035 CO2e
Residential
184,787
206,526
254,416
Commercial
184,38o
t 8,908
22 ,306
Transportation
224,315
250,475
3z8,147
Waste
11,009
12,718
16,66
Total
604,4911
688,627
828,538
Source: CACP
If. Reduction Targets
As mentioned above, the City has set a community wide goal of achieving a fo
percent reduction from 2005 levels by 2020, and a 28 percent reduction from 2005
levels by 2035. These targets are consistent with AB 32 and Executive Order 5-3-05.
Table 21
Community Reduction Targets
metric tons
2020 CO2e
2035 CO2e
Forecast (BAU)
668,627
828,538
Tar et
414,852
331,881
Source: CACP 2005 level 460,946 metric tons.
C. Municipal Forecasts
Municipal forecasts establish a business as usual condition that serves as a
benchmark from which emission reductions can be measured. As with the
community -wide goal, the City has set a goal of achieving a to percent reduction from
2005 levels by 2020, and a 28 percent reduction from 2005 levels by 2035 for
municipal government activities.
1. Business As Usual
Emission projections for business as usual conditions were forecast for 2012, 2020,
and 2035 using the amortized growth rate for each sector. Assumptions for each
sector were determined by arriving at the per capita usage rate for 2005. Forecasts
for 2035 were then estimated by applying the assumption to the 2035 population. For
buildings and facilities, it was assumed that the Library, Senior Center, and Police
stations would expand relative to population growth, with a correlated increase in
energy consumption between 2005 and 2035. Riverside County maintains a standard
Of 500 square feet of fire station space per t,000 residents. Based on the current
total square footage and future population, results in an annual growth rate of 1.574
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percent. Other City buildings and facilities, including the Museum, Public Works Yard
and the Civic Center are not expected to undergo further expansion through 2035. To
forecast 2035 parks and recreation energy use, the 2005 per capita assumption of
12.9 kWh was applied to the 2035 population. The 2035 forecast for water delivery
energy use was determined by the baseline per capita consumption, and was applied
to the 2035 population. For growth in streetlights and traffic signals, it was assumed
that only limited expansion would occur at an annual rate of 0.17 percent through
2035.
While similar methodology as that described above was utilized to forecast the
municipal related transportation sector, assumptions were based on usage per
employee, considering a relative employee per capita growth rate. For City vehicles,
Public Works vehicles and employee commute trips, a growth rate of 0.26 percent
was utilized. The police fleet was assumed to have an annual growth rate of o.to
percent, based on the ratio of police vehicles per population in the zoos baseline
year.
Municipal forecast projections use a linear approach in estimating future year
conditions, based on the annual growth rates for each sector, as described above,
and the baseline indicator. The table below shows the forecast emission projections
for each year analyzed.
Table 22
Municipal Forecasts by Sector
metric tons
2012 CO2e
2020 CO2e
2035 CO2e
Building and Facilities
2,383
2,456
2,595
Streetlights and Traffic Signals
797
808
828
Water Delivery
6,705
7,322
8,484
Vehicle Fleet
431
419
42
Employee Commute
337
324
336
Total
l0,653
11,328
12,671
Source: CACP
ii. Reduction Targets
As mentioned above, the City has set a community wide goal of achieving a to
percent reduction from 2005 levels by 2020, and a 28 percent reduction from 2005
levels by 2035. These targets are consistent with AB 32 and Executive Order 5-3-05.
Although a formal target has not been set for 2012, La Quinta is committed to
implementing early action measures and charting reduction progress. In order to
encourage public participation and.provide guidance through leadership, La Quinta
holds the same target reduction percentages for municipal emission reductions as
are targeted for community -wide emissions.
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Table 23
Municipal Reduction Targets
metric tons
zotz COze
1 2020 COze
2035 COze
Forecast BAU
10,6531
11,328
12,671
Tar et
8,826
7,o6t
Source: CACP 2005 level 10,240
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V. GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTION MEASURES
Greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced at their source, and at the end use by
improving operating efficiency, increasing reliance on renewable sources for energy
production, developing new technologies, and through conservation.
Emission reductions can be achieved through a broad and wide-ranging set of
general and specific measures. Although general policies and programs tend to be
more difficult to quantify, they may be equally as effective as some of the specific
and quantifiable measures.
The following discussion includes both general and specific policies and programs
that will result in the reduction of GHG emissions and move the City of La Quinta in
the direction of achieving target reductions community -wide and for government -
specific activities.
Greenhouse Gas reduction measures are divided into the following categories:
A. Community Implementation (CI) Measures that residents, businesses and
institutions can implement. These are subdivided into measures specific to:
L Existing development; and
ii. New development proposals for homes, businesses and institutions.
B. City Government (CG) Operational Measures that the City Government can
implement.
It should be noted that community wide measures (CI) are those that the City will
support, encourage and strive to achieve, whereas City Government (CG) Operational
Measures are those that the City may choose to directly enact. Furthermore, it should
be understood that measures listed below are suggested techniques to achieve GHG
reductions, other City activities, policies and programs not mentioned here may be
equally as effective at reducing GHG emissions. As such the following measures
should be considered a guide, to initiate the effort.
This Plan provides the City with a menu of broad ranging programs which can be
implemented in a variety of ways, including voluntary implementation, partnerships
with utility and appliance companies, City incentive programs, and state and federal
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incentive programs as they become available. The programs that can be quantified
are included in the calculations in Sections V.A.iii., and V.B.ii below, which summarizes
the potential emission reductions achieved when these measures are implemented.
A. Community Wide Measures
Greenhouse gas emissions in the City of La Quinta are generated by the day-to-day
activities of residents, businesses, government activities, and utility services. To
achieve reductions, the consumption of energy from electricity and natural gas must
decrease, combustion of fuels for transportation must become more efficient, and
disposal of solid waste to landfills must decline.
It should be noted that community wide measures are those that the City will
support, encourage and strive to achieve. The measures listed below are suggested
policies and techniques that are expected to have varying levels of success in
achieving GHG reductions. Forthcoming policies and programs not mentioned here
may be equally as effective at reducing GHG emissions. As such the following
measures should be considered, refined, and evaluated to identify their level of
success, and new measures developed to facilitate GHG reductions Citywide over
time, as the City gauges the effectiveness of this Plan.
City Government is in a unique position to implement policies and programs that can
have a community wide impact. Although City actions are somewhat limited in their
ability to directly enforce the following measures, the City is committed to achieving
GHG reductions Citywide and will support, encourage, facilitate and guide the
community in this effort.
The policies and programs below will vary in their effectiveness in achieving
greenhouse gas reductions. To reach targeted emission reductions for 2020 and
2035, the policies would have to achieve reductions equivalent to the quantified
measures listed below.
Energy Production Reductions
Reduced emissions from the production and use of energy can occur by expanding
the amount of renewable energy produced and used locally, and by increasing
conservation and efficiency for end uses.
Renewable energy production can be in the form of large projects such as turbine
fields and geothermal power generation, or small scale solar panels on individual
rooftops. Both achieve greenhouse gas emission reductions through the generation
of green electricity. Through Executive Order S-14-o8, California has established a
statewide renewable energy goal of 33% by 2020. Since IID has established renewable
energy production as part of the existing grid mix, it was assumed in this document
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that this initiative would result in an increase of 20% in renewable energy sources by
zozo. Additional expansion of renewable energy production would further reduce
greenhouse gas emissions from energy use.
Conservation Reductions
Energy conservation and improved energy use efficiency can be achieved through
remodeling and retrofitting existing structures, upgrading existing electric and
natural gas appliances, light fixtures, and windows, and through changes in behavior.
New development can reduce energy demand, compared to traditional construction,
through building design, orientation, and use of sustainable materials.
Transportation Reductions
Transportation is by far the . largest emitter of greenhouse gases. Achieving
reductions in this sector will come from improvements to fuel efficiency standards,
land use efficiencies, and reducing overall vehicle miles traveled. Several approaches
in reducing emissions from the transportation sector have been proposed, adopted
and are under development at the State level.
• The Low Carbon Fuel Standard was developed pursuant to AB 32 and
Executive Order S-01-07. The intent of the program is to reduce the carbon
intensity of California's transportation fuels by at least io percent by zozo.
• The proposed amendment to the Low Emission Vehicle Program (LEV III)
requires more stringent tailpipe and greenhouse gas emission standards for
new passenger vehicles, and increases the number of plug in hybrids and zero -
emission vehicles.
• The Clean Car Standard was developed pursuant to AB 1493 and is intended to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions from vehicle miles traveled by zz percent in
2012 and 30 percent in 2o16.
At the national level, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have developed regulations for
heavy-duty and light -duty vehicle greenhouse gas emission standards.
• The heavy-duty fuel efficiency standard is intended to achieve a zo percent
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions for model year 2014 through 2of8.
• The light duty regulations apply to model years 2012 through 2o16 for
passenger cars, light -duty trucks, and medium -duty passenger vehicles, and
establish a fuel efficiency standard of 35.5 miles per gallon. Rulemaking is
underway for model year vehicles 2017 and later.
The City of La Quinta is taking action through establishing specific goals, policies, and
programs to reduce emissions from the transportation sector at the local level.
Policies and programs are intended to reduce dependence on personal motor
vehicles and encourage alternative modes of transportation, such as public transit,
cycling, and walking. In addition, 'smart growth,' or policies that promote efficient
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land use development, such as mixed use, can be effective in achieving greenhouse
gas emissions from the transportation sector.
Waste Stream Diversion
Reducing the quantity of the waste stream and improving the energy recovery
opportunities at landfills can achieve emission reductions from the solid waste
sector. Waste stream diversion through recycling, composting, and donation
programs are effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Buying recycled
products and products with minimal packaging, green building and demolition
practices, and Desert Friendly Landscaping play can also be effective in reducing GHG
emissions from the solid waste sector.
1. Community Implementation (CI) Existing Development
The following Community Implementation (CI) measures are those specific to
existing development. As previously mentioned, existing development includes older
buildings and operations that tend to be less efficient relative to new development.
As such the existing development sector represents an opportunity for upgrades,
retrofits, remodels, and refined operating procedures that could realize substantial
reductions in GHG emissions.
Energy(Electric/Natural Gas)
Ch. Encourage, promote, and facilitate rooftop solar. Work with IID and local
solar providers to expand solar use Citywide.
a. Establish mechanism to keep track of homeowner participation and
wattage produced.
I. Work with IID to offer rebate incentives.
ii. Inform residents and businesses of state and federal incentives
such as the US Department of Energy's 30% tax credit for
systems placed in service before December 31, 2016. The
California Energy Commission's Emerging Renewables Program
also provides rebates and funding to offset the cost of
purchasing and installing renewable energy systems. The New
Resource Bank offers Solar Home Equity Loans or Lines of
Credit to finance solar projects.
b. Facilitate partnership between III) and large commercial centers to
lease rooftop space and carports for installation of solar panels.
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CI-z. Encourage energy efficient upgrades and retrofits of existing homes,
apartments, condominiums, businesses, offices and other buildings.
a. Consider the following homeowner improvements:
i. Increase wall and roof insulation to a minimum of R-30.
ii. When replacing a traditional roof, use a green roofing system to
reflect rather than absorb heat.
iii. When replacing a traditional flat roof, use a cool roofing system.
iv. Weather-strip all doors and windows.
v. Replace lighting fixtures with energy efficient fixtures and use
high efficiency light bulbs for all lighting.
vi. Replace windows with high efficient R Value windows.
vii. Utilize solar control for south and east facing windows.
viii. Install solar panels on carports.
ix. Convert traditional landscaping and irrigation systems to drought
tolerant landscaping and "smart" irrigation systems.
b. Encourage home expansions and substantial remodels to achieve
Green Building Standards.
i. Verify that improvements achieve a minimum of 35% increase in
energy efficiency relative to previous condition.
c. Provide existing residents and businesses with information on
programs, incentives, rebates, and other opportunities to participate in
the retrofitting effort.
i. Include information on maintenance in the Gem or other City
publications to residents.
ii. Maintain list of Energy Service Companies (ESCO) that provide
energy performance contracts.
iii. The California Energy Commission's Energy Efficiency Financing
Program provides financing for schools, hospitals, and local
governments through low -interest loans for feasibility studies
and installation of energy saving measures.
http://www.epa.gov/greenbuildingLtools/f`unding.htm#guides
CI-3. Expand and promote community involvement with existing energy
programs.
a. Coordinate with HID and local businesses to conduct ioo home audits
annually.
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b. Coordinate with utility providers and others to implement a Residential
Energy Assistance Program (provide low cost energy efficiency
improvements to qualifying households at no or low cost).
CI-4. Encourage and promote the use of energy efficient appliances and fixtures.
Include information on maintenance in the Gem or other City publications to
residents and businesses.
a. Offer incentives and rebates for the use of energy efficient appliances.
b. Strive to achieve ioo,000 kWh savings from the Energy Star Rebate
Program. Coordinate with III) to track progress within City limits.
c. Encourage proper maintenance and upkeep of appliances to assure
maximum operating efficiency, such as the following:
i. Clean condenser coils on refrigeration units.
ii. Replace water heater and/or pool heater with energy efficient or
solar water heating systems.
iii. Insulate hot water heaters.
iv. Automate heating and cooling systems, and encourage annual
inspections of HVAC systems.
CI-5. Remove programs and policies that interfere with achieving COze reduction
targets.
a. IID's Average Bill Payment Program may be a disincentive for energy
savings. Consider adding incentive to participants who cut annual
energy use or sign up for a flex program where AC is voluntarily shut
off for 15 minutes during peek demand.
CI-6. Strive to achieve carbon neutral buildings for existing development.
a. Encourage retrofits, remodels or expansions to achieve net zero
emissions.
b. Consider initiating a fund that can be used to purchase offsets when
net zero cannot be achieved onsite.
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Transportation
CI-7- Promote alternative modes of transportation, other than single occupancy
automobiles.
a. Provide interconnected multi -purpose paths and routes that
accommodate biking, pedestrians, and golf cart use.
b. Provide safe and convenient connectivity between and within
commercial centers and institutions that are accessible to cyclists,
pedestrians, and other alternative modes of transportation.
c. Provide safe and convenient bicycle and electric golf cart parking at
commercial centers, office parks, and public facilities.
d. Encourage businesses to offer home delivery for goods and services.
e. Encourage Homeowners Associations to offer scheduled vanpools for
shopping and free transit passes.
CI-8. Synchronize signals within the City of La Quinta and coordinate with
adjacent jurisdictions when possible.
CI-9. Promote the sale of fuel -efficient vehicles, including electric and work to
establish low carbon fueling station infrastructure.
a. Work with CVAG in developing a Valley -wide network of alternative
fuel, such as CNG, and electric charging stations.
CI-to.Develop City standards for parking facilities to incorporate electric car
charging stations.
a. Retrofit parking facilities to include public charging stations for golf
carts and electric vehicles in conjunction with solar or renewable
energy generation sources.
CI -it. Ensure proper maintenance of vehicles to achieve optimal performance and
reduce emissions.
a. Encourage service providers to adhere to the Tire Inflation Program.
b. Enforce SCAQMD anti -idling regulations (5 minutes for heavy trucks)
and encourage the school bus fleet to reduce idle time.
c. Minimize idling time for construction equipment.
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CI-tz. Work closely with SunLine Transit to expand and promote the use of public
transit locally and provide support for Valley -wide and regional expansion of
services.
a. Encourage businesses to offer free transit passes to employees.
CI-13.Encourage infill and mixed use development that site residents in close
proximity to services and public transportation hubs.
Waste
CI-14. Reduce the waste stream.
a. Promote the use of compostable or recyclable plates, utensils, cups,
and napkins at City businesses. Provide accessible and clearly labeled
bins for compostables, recyclables, and disposables.
b. Work with Burrtec to implement tiered pricing for waste collection and
offer various sized bins. Provide large standard size bins for recyclables
and yard waste.
c. Promote grass -cycling where clippings are left on lawn. This both limits
the need for fertilizers and improves moisture retention.
d. Encourage businesses to sell items that use minimal packaging.
e. Expand composting programs and opportunities for residents and
businesses.
f. Encourage residents and businesses to convert to paperless invoicing
and bill payment.
g. Encourage food retailers and restaurants to work with food banks and
charitable organizations rather than disposing of expired or imperfect
foodstuffs.
CI-15. Divert the waste stream.
a. Require that recycling bins and pick up services are available in all
existing multi -family and non-residential buildings.
b. Require Burrtec to periodically check that bin labels are visible and
accurate.
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c. Require all construction projects to recycle or salvage at least 50% of
construction waste.
d. Reuse construction waste in project features. For example, concrete
can be crushed and used in walkways or parking lots.
e. Educate residents and businesses about composting, use of reusable
bags, and reusable to go containers.
f. Offer home composting starter kits and training programs to residents.
g. Encourage restaurants to use recyclable or compostable to go
containers.
h. Encourage restaurants to compost food waste.
i. Expand accessibility of recycle bins for commercial businesses and
multifamily housing.
CI-16.Encourage donations of unwanted items to local non -profits.
a. Expand pickup days for collection of donations.
0-17. Encourage local businesses that offer repair, refinish, and maintenance
service for appliances and furniture.
CI-18.Encourage businesses and facilities to become low waste partners. Highlight
programs and activities that reduce, reuse, recycle or avoid the generation
of waste. For example a supermarket could highlight products that contain
less packaging, or are packaged in recyclable containers. Schools can
encourage children to bring lunches in reusable containers. Retailers can
switch from disposable to reusable plates, cups, utensils, and napkins.
ii. New Development (ND) implementation Community Wide Programs
The following implementation measures are those specific to New Development
(ND). New development is required to adhere to latest building code standards,
which assure energy efficiency and incorporate passive and active design features
intended to benefit the overall operating efficiency of new buildings. New
development should be encouraged to exceed these standards and rewarded for
their effort. New development represents an opportunity to incorporate innovative
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design features, and introduce new and emerging technologies to further realize
efficiency and sustainability citywide.
Energy Efficiency Measures
ND-t.Encourage and promote that all new commercial and residential
development achieve energy efficiency and incorporate sustainable design
principles that exceed Green Building Code requirements.
a. Require projects that implement green building principles to report
GHG reductions achieved.
I. Record number of building permit applications constructed that
exceed Title 24. Include tabulation on estimated energy saved
and associated GHG reduction achieved.
b. Encourage the use of energy efficient appliances and fixtures that are
Energy Star rated or equivalent for all new buildings.
c. Require high efficiency water fixtures (toilets, water heaters and
faucets) in all new buildings and remodels.
d. Limit turf to to% of all landscaped areas, exception for active use areas.
ND-z. Work towards carbon neutrality for all new buildings. Carbon neutral
buildings achieve a net zero emission of GHGs through design measures,
onsite renewable, and offsets.
a. Strive to achieve carbon neutrality for a minimum of 525,000 square
feet of new commercial development by zozo, and an additional
230,000 square feet for new development between zozo and 2035.
b. Strive to achieve carbon neutrality for a minimum of t,000 residential
homes by zozo and an additional t,000 homes by 2035•
ND-3. Encourage all new development to meet 50% of energy demand through
onsite solar or other non-polluting source.
a. Dedicate accessible rooftop space for solar and wire for photovoltaic
energy.
i. Rooftop solar or above parking solar shall be preferred to the
development of solar offsite. `
b. Require solar water heaters.
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Transportation
ND-4. Encourage all new development to minimize vehicle trips.
a. Implement the Transportation Demand Management Ordinance.
b. Encourage business with >5o employees to offer bus passes or
establish carpool programs for employees.
c. Consider proximity to services when permitting new residential
development.
i. When considering mandated affordable housing projects,
consider partnering with commercial developer to create a
Mixed Use project.
ND-5. Require that new commercial development include provisions for bus stops
and scheduled transit services from SunLine transit where available.
ND-6. Require that new development accommodate pedestrians and bicyclists.
a. Include facilities for safe and convenient bicycle parking for non-
residential and multi -family development.
b. Consider access routes for pedestrians and bicycles.
Waste
ND-7. Encourage all new development to utilize materials that consist of
recycled materials and are recyclable.
ND-8. Consider the provision for the requirement of onsite composting facilities.
ND-9. Encourage new commercial development to prepare an operational plan
to minimize waste.
ND -to. Work with the County in developing a fee program for methane capture to
fund the development of methane capture facilities at landfills utilized by
the City.
ND -it. Encourage convenient, accessible, and easy disposal opportunities.
a. Require the proper labeling of bins to enhance participation.
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b. Increase sorting before and after collection to minimize the waste
stream.
c. Work with. Burrtec to expand accepted recycled products.
Ill. Quantifiable Reduction Measures
The above policies and programs will have various levels of success in achieving
greenhouse gas reductions. Tables 24-27 below provide estimated GHG reductions
for programs that are quantifiable. The implementation and quantification of
programs that are not listed in Tables 24-27 will result in additional reductions. The
failure to achieve implementation of the measures set forth below may result in the
failure to meet the reduction targets the City has set. On -going monitoring programs
described in Section VI will be required to assure that the City is on track to achieving
targeted reduction in GHG emissions.
The quantifiable measures listed in the tables below are achievable in a variety of
ways. Implementation programs and the general goals and policies that will support
encourage and facilitate realization of the GHG Reduction Plan are listed above in
Sections Ai and Aii. it is the responsibility of the City to take leadership that will
stimulate community involvement and participation and set the precedent for
making the City of La Quinta a sustainable community by achieving the targeted
emission reductions set forth below.
Combining the measures set forth below will achieve a reduction of 253,950 metric
tones of COze by zoao and 496,681 metric tones of COze by 2035•
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B. Municipal Government Measures
Greenhouse gas emissions are generated by the day-to-day operation of La Quinta's
municipal facilities and public utilities, such as the conveyance and treatment of
water, and traffic signals and street lighting. City owned and operated facilities
include public buildings such as the Library and City Hall. To achieve GHG emission
reductions, City facilities must reduce their energy consumption, expand use of
renewable energy production, increase fuel efficiency of the City's vehicle fleet, and
reduce miles traveled
I. Implementation Programs
The following City Government (CG) Implementation measures are those that the
City can enact or influence. While the City has control over activities and operations
at City Hall, the Senior Center, the Library and other government facilities, services
such as water, sewer, waste disposal, energy and natural gas are under the
jurisdiction of private and public agencies that operate independently of City
Government. Nonetheless, the City is committed to taking a leadership role in
establishing partnerships and collaborative programs to facilitate GHG reductions
and increase operating efficiency in these sectors as well as city government
operation. As such, the following CG measures include both direct actions the city
can take as well as indirect methods to facilitate GHG reductions for municipal
government operations.
The City can implement policies, programs and reduction measures immediately to
achieve future year reduction targets and reduce COze emissions in the short term
(these measures are identified with the abbreviation CG below). Several early action
measures are identified below.
CG-f. Retrofit and upgrade City buildings and facilities to reduce energy
consumption and improve energy efficiency.
a. Install occupancy sensors within City Hall, the Senior Center, and
Library to avoid the use of unnecessary lighting. (Early Action Measure)
b. Outfit city and public computers with Power Management Software to
reduce energy demand. (Early Action Measure)
c. Upgrade HVAC systems to new energy efficient model and automate
heating and cooling throughout the Civic Center. Replace air chilled
systems with water -chilled systems.
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d. Use only high efficiency light bulbs in all City buildings. (Early Action
Measure)
e. Replace roofing at City facilities with cool or green roofs.
f. Reduce turf at City facilities by 5o%, excludes active use parks. Active
use area should be assessed to determine opportunity for a desert
landscape demonstration garden. (Early Action Measure)
g. Install timers for all park play field lighting.
h. Plant trees to shade buildings, parking lots, and pavement. Initiate City
tree inventory.
CG-z. Expand the mix of solar, geothermal, wind, and other green energy
production.
a. Facilitate installation of solar panels on carports and buildings at City
Hall, the Senior Center, and the Library.
b. Facilitate installation of a photovoltaic system for fire station 32. (Early
Action Measure)
c. Facilitate installation of solar panels at SilverRock to produce zo% of
on -site power needs.
d. Partner with IID to increase generation of renewable electricity.
e. Facility expansion or remodels shall generate zo% of electricity demand
from onsite energy production.
f. Investigate the feasibility of offering loan programs to fund renewable
energy production facilities.
CG-3. Minimize energy demand required for street lighting and traffic signals.
a. Replace streetlights with LED bulbs.
b. Remove and decommission unnecessary streetlights and traffic signals.
c. Dim street lighting as appropriate.
d. Retrofit or replace street lighting with models that use solar energy
City of La Quinta
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan
CG-4. Reduce energy demand from pumping, transport, conveyance and
treatment of water.
a. Minimize water use and increase water use efficiency for all City
facilities and landscaping.
b. Encourage CVWD to expand the use of renewable energy to meet
energy demand.
c. City facilities shall be equipped only with energy efficient pumps, low
flow faucets, and Energy Star appliances.
CG-5. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from City Government vehicle trips and
minimize vehicle miles traveled.
a. Purchase hybrids or alternative fuel vehicles for City and Public Works
fleet.
b. Implement an incentive program for City staff to carpool, use public
transit, or alternative modes of transport.
c. Include "missing links" in trail, path and sidewalk system in Capital
Improvement Program.
d. Synchronize signals within the City of La Quinta and coordinate with
adjacent jurisdictions when possible.
e. Facilitate installation of a CNG refueling station at the Public Works
yard, and implement public access for it.
f. Facilitate installation of charging stations at future public parking lots
in the Village, at SilverRock, and on Highway ill.
CG-6. Include alternative transportation routes and programs that reduce
vehicle miles traveled in the Gem on a regular basis.
CG-7. Minimize solid waste disposal at City facilities and events.
a. Provide convenient and clearly marked recycle bins alongside trash
receptacles throughout City facilities.
b. Establish demonstration food composting program for Senior Center
and City facilities that generate food waste.
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Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan
c. Highlight low packaging options for consumers and offer informational
pamphlets on products that minimize packaging.
d. Require' composting of all landscaping waste generated at City
facilities.
e. Maintain a two-sided copy policy at all City facilities.
I Quantifiable Reduction Measures
General goals and policies that will support encourage and facilitate realization of the
GHG Reduction Plan are listed above in Section Bi above. Tables 28-32 below provide
estimated GHG reductions for City Government programs that are quantifiable. The
implementation and quantification of programs that are not listed in Tables 28-32 will
result in additional reductions. The failure to achieve implementation of the measures
set forth below may result in the failure to meet the reduction targets the City has
set. That being said, refined measures or new initiatives not explicitly included herein
may be equally effective at achieving GHG emission reductions. As such, the
following quantifiable reduction measures should be considered general targets that
may be implementable through a wide range of programs. On -going monitoring
programs described in Section VI will be required to assure that the City is on track to
achieving targeted reduction in GHG emissions.
Combined, the measured set forth below would achieve a reduction of 2,514 metric
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City of La quinta
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan
VI. IMPLEMENTATION OF REDUCTION MEASURES
A. Introduction
The estimates for potential reductions in GHG emissions provided in Section V will
require monitoring to assure that the City is meeting its targeted reductions.
Furthermore, it is likely that over time, certain programs will be more successful than
anticipated, and others less successful. Finally, the growth projections included in this
document will also vary over time, and may require adjustment. The following details
how the City will monitor implementation of the Plan, and establishes methods for
amendments to the Plan, when they are found to be necessary.
The City will have the greatest control over the measures it can implement itself. In
order to properly track reductions, and the success of implementation measures, the
City must also track programs implemented in the community.
B. Implementation and Administration
Annual Activities
Monitoring of the City's greenhouse gas reductions will require annual reporting. The
reporting activity, and the department responsible for it, are described below. All
reporting is assumed to be on an annual basis, unless otherwise specified. All annual
reports will be forwarded to the Planning Department.
Municipal Activities
1. Tabulate the number of new trees planted, and existing trees removed in City
parks, parkways and other open space (Public Works Department).
z. Establish a liaison with School Districts to:
a. Implement an "adopt a tree" program in schools for the planting and
maintenance of trees on school grounds and in City parks. Tabulate number of
trees planted as a result.
b. Tabulate the use of CNG or other alternative fuel school buses used by the
Districts. (City Manager's Office)
3. Establish and implement a quarterly Greenhouse Gas Reduction class for City
residents and businesses (Community Services Department).
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4. Tabulate the number of intersections at which traffic signals have been
synchronized (City Engineer).
5. Tabulate the new trails, paths, bikeways and sidewalks constructed in linear miles
(City Engineer).
6. Tabulate the number of gasoline and diesel vehicles removed, and the hybrid or
electric vehicles added to the City's vehicle fleet (Finance Department).
7. Request reporting of carpool, vanpool and other Transportation Demand
Management activities from all businesses subject to the Transportation Demand
Management Ordinance in vehicle trips reduced (Planning Department).
8. Tabulate the carpooling, vanpooling and other activities of City employee
programs in vehicle trips reduced (Planning Department).
9. Tabulate the new Energy Star rated appliances, and CFL or LED light bulbs
installed at City facilities (Building Department).
to. Tabulate water use at City facilities (Finance Department).
ti. Tabulate electric usage at City facilities (Finance Department).
tz. Tabulate natural gas usage at City facilities (Finance Department).
13. Tabulate propane usage (if any) for City equipment or facilities (Finance
Department).
14. Appoint a staff position to serve as the Sustainability Coordinator for the City.
Communes Activities
t. Tabulate the number of new residential units by type (single family, multi -family),
and the square footage of commercial and industrial development constructed
(Building Department).
z. Tabulate the number of Energy Star appliances, high efficiency water heaters,
pool pumps and pool heaters installed in new residential units (Building
Department).
3. Tabulate all alternative energy installations on residential, commercial or other
buildings (new or additions) (Building Department).
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4. Establish a liaison with III) and the Gas Company to:
a. Collect data on Energy Star appliances, high efficiency pool pumps and other
appliances and fixtures replaced in La Quinta under a rebate or other incentive
program.
(Planning Department)
5. Tabulate any and all Energy Star appliances installed through any City -operated
rebate program (City Manager's Office).
6. Establish a liaison with the Department of Motor Vehicles to collect data on the
number of hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles registered in City. (Planning
Department)
7. Establish a liaison with City home improvement stores (Home Depot, Lowe's,
True Value and others) to collect data on the number of Energy Star or high
efficiency appliances, water heaters, pool pumps and heaters, or solar heating
systems purchased by residents and businesses. (Planning Department)
8. Track buildings constructed which exceed Title 24 Building Code standards by
percentage exceeded (Building Department).
9. Track buildings constructed to LEED, by certification level (Building and Planning
Departments).
to. Track homes constructed to Green Building standards (Planning Department).
n. Track solid waste and recycling tonnage generated by City residents and
businesses (Planning Department).
12. Track the use of Bzo or other biodiesel fuel in construction equipment (City
Engineer, Planning Department).
The annual reports prepared by the City's departments will be the basis for the City's
GHG Reduction Database. This database will cumulatively record the annual reports.
This database must also include an annual reporting of new units constructed and
City population (Department of Finance annual report). The database will calculate
the actual growth in the City, to be used to compare to the growth assumptions used
in this document. As less growth will result in lower greenhouse gas emissions,
population growth is an important component of the implementation program.
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Activities Conducted Every Three Years
Every three years, starting in 2013, the City will run its Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Measures through the computer program used in the preparation of this document,
to determine if its targets are being reached. After each run of the program, City staff
will determine which measures, if any must be modified to reach the City's reduction
targets.
The analysis for each update must be conducted based on known actual activities,
and known actual growth rates to be effective. This document assumes a steady
annual rate of growth, for example, over the life of the program. In the last three
years, however, growth in City has been significantly less than anticipated, due to
economic and market conditions. A lower growth rate will be reflected in greenhouse
gas emissions which are less than those anticipated in the model. Conversely, should
the City experience an economic boom in the future, that increased growth should
be reflected in the update undertaken at that time. By establishing and maintaining
an annual reporting program, the City can be assured that the data required to
conduct the update is available at the time it is needed, and in one database (as
described above).
Modification of the Plan
If the analysis during any given update cycle shows that the reduction measures must
be amended to achieve the stated targets, such an amendment shall be completed
by staff during the same year as the update was undertaken. The amended reduction
measure assumptions shall be appended to this document, and disseminated to City
staff for implementation. If the amended measures prepared to achieve the
reduction targets result in an increase of less than zo% in activity (percentage
increase over the reduction measure in this document), the change shall not require
adoption by the City Council. If, however, a reduction strategy requires an increase of
21% or more in a reduction strategy, the amended Plan shall be considered by the City
Council, and adopted by Resolution.
Reaching the Reduction Target
If the periodic analysis indicates that reduction measures fall short of their intended
targets, then corrective actions will be taken and more rigorous programs
implemented. Should the City determine that targets are infeasible or would result in
compromised economic vitality, then City staff may choose to amend reduction
target downwards to levels that are deemed achievable.
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APPENDIX A
La Quinta General Plan
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan
Understanding Climate Change
Background and Historical Trends
Prepared by
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May 31, 2012
City of La Quinta
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan Appendix A
A. Understanding Climate Change
Weather can be defined as the current atmospheric conditions at a particular place
and time, and includes variations in daily temperatures, precipitation and air
circulation over a localized or regional area. A region can experience changes to the
weather on a daily, or even hourly basis. Climate, on the other hand, is often defined
as the long-term average weather for a region. Climate is a complex interactive
system affected by both internal dynamics and external factors. External factors
include variations in solar radiation, volcanic eruptions and other natural occurrences,
and human induced changes to the atmosphere, including increased greenhouse gas
production. Approximately 30% of solar radiation is reflected back into space.
However the balance is absorbed into the Earth's atmosphere, and then into the
Earth itself. Volcanic activity emits aerosols high into the atmosphere that help to
reflect solar radiation back into space. Such reflection can cause mean global surface
temperatures to drop over months and years. Other natural factors that affect
climate are the presence of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, such as carbon
dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and water vapor.
While natural processes have resulted in cyclical variations to Earth's temperatures
over geological time, research indicates that man-made sources of GHG released
since the beginning of the industrial era represent an unprecedented increase
compared to historical levels. Carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere have
increased 35% over natural amounts, primarily due to combustion of fossil fuels.
Human activities have altered the chemical composition of the global atmosphere
and are believed to be responsible for climate change.'
Historical Trends
In order to understand modern effects of global warming, one needs to understand
the historical trends of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere before and after
industrialization. Recent ice core sampling has found that global concentrations of
carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide, which are considered long-lived
greenhouse gases due to their chemical stability and persistence in the atmosphere,
have increased significantly since the pre -industrial era. This increase has been
associated with modern industrial activities, including the burning of fossil fuels,
transportation, modern agriculture and industrial related activities.
Climate Change 2007: Working Group I: The Physical Science Basis, prepared for
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2007.
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Carbon dioxide is considered the most prominent greenhouse gas. Annual emissions
of carbon dioxide grew by 8o% between 197o and 2004, and accounted for 77% of the
total greenhouse gases emitted in 2004? As shown on the graph below, carbon
dioxide levels have increased from about 280 parts per million (ppm) before the
industrial era, to 382 ppm in 2oo6. Prior to industrialization, carbon dioxide levels
fluctuated between 18o ppm and 300 ppm. Between the years 1995 and zoos alone,
C%levels have increased 1.9 ppm per year.' This represents a CO, concentration peak
that has never occurred over the past 650,000 years 4 The primary sources of this
increased release of carbon dioxide has been associated to fossil fuel use and land
conversion resulting in deforestation.
CO2 concentrations 647,400 BC to 2006 AD
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Nitrous oxide concentrations have also increased since the pre -industrial era,
however not to the same extent as carbon dioxide or methane. Nitrous oxide
concentrations have increased from 270 parts per billion (ppb) before
industrialization, to 319 ppb in zoos. Nitrous oxide emissions are generated by
agricultural activities and combustion of fossil fuels. When measured on a global
basis, however, 6o% of nitrous oxide emissions are generated from natural resources.
Nitrous oxide levels have increased approximately 0.25% per year during the last two
decades 5
2 Climate Change zoo Synthesis Report, prepared b Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change,
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2007.
3 Climate Change 2007: Working Group I: The Physical Science Basis, prepared by Intergovernmental
Panel on Climate Change, 2067.
4 United States Environmental Protection Agency, 2010.
5 United States EPA, www.epa_goy(nitrpusoxide/scientific,,html, 2010.
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Methane concentrations in the atmosphere have also increased substantially since
pre -industrial times. Prior to industrialization, methane concentrations fluctuated
between 320 ppb to 790 ppb, as determined from ice core samplings. Methane
concentrations in the atmosphere have increased almost 150%, from a value of 715
ppb before industrialization, to 1774 ppb in 2005. The following chart shows the
substantial increase in methane concentrations that have occurred over the past 25
years.
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Observed Changes in Climate
Scientists have been able to study climate change going back millions of years by
studying ice cores, tree rings, glacier lengths, pollen remains, ocean sediment and
changes in the Earth's orbit.
Prior to the industrial revolution, climate change was due to natural forces, including
changes in the Earth's orbit, sun intensity, volcanic eruptions, changes in natural
greenhouse gas concentrations, and changes in ocean currents. Since the beginning
of the industrial era in 1750, human activities have contributed to climate change.
According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), global mean
temperatures have risen 0.740C degrees Celsius between 1906 and zoos; global sea
surface temperatures have increased to depths of 3,000 meters since 1961; sea levels
have risen by 0.17 mm since the beginning of the loth century; and snow and glaciers
continue to melt faster than new snow accumulation, contributing to rising sea
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levels. Significantly, eleven of the twelve years between 1995 and 2oo6 ranked
among the warmest years'since records began in 1850.6
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and
NASA reports, the average surface temperature of the Earth has warmed 1OF since
the 197o's, and the Earth's surface is warming at a rate of o.z9°F degrees Fahrenheit
per decade. NOAA observations have shown that temperatures in the United States
have risen at an average rate of o.tt°F degrees Fahrenheit per decade over the last
century. The IPCC has concluded that most of the global warming since the mid-zoth
century is not due to natural causes, but is a result of a rapid increase of greenhouse
gases caused by human activities.? Since the i98o's, federal, State, and local
governments have become increasingly involved in addressing climate change by
calling for a reduction to greenhouse gas emissions to limit the potential effects of
global warming.
B. The Impact of Climate Change
Global warming results in increased global temperatures, melting snow and glaciers,
and rising sea levels. There are many indirect effects as well, including changes to
agriculture and food supply, and human health effects. This section looks at some of
the potential impacts of climate change.
Climate and Hydrology
One of the more direct effects of global warming is changes to the hydrologic cycle.
Over the last hundred years, the Earth's mean temperature rose by o.74°C degrees
Celsius, with the northern hemisphere experiencing a more dramatic increase in
temperature than the southern hemisphere. This rise in temperature has caused
glaciers to melt, mountain snows to recede and ice caps to shrink. As shown in the
satellite photos below, annual average Artic sea ice has decreased by 2.7% per
decade. Additionally, the percentage of seasonally frozen ground in the northern
hemisphere has decreased by 7% since t9oo.8 Ocean waters near Antarctica have
risen and continue to result in loss of ice shelves around that continent.
Global warming affects precipitation and shifts rainfall patterns. Throughout the zoth
century and the beginning of this one, records show that areas in the eastern parts of
North and South America, northern Europe and Central Asia have received significant
increases in precipitation. At the same time, areas along the Mediterranean, the
Sahel region of Africa, southern Africa, and parts of southern Asia have seen declines
6 Climate Change 2007: Working Group I: The Physical Science Basis, prepared by IPCC Change,
2007.
7 US EPA, http://epa.gov/cllmatechange/science/recenttc.html, accessed November 2010.
8 Climate Change zoo Synthesis Report, prepared b Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change,
g 7 Y P .P P Y g g.
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in precipitation. leading to more droughts. Tropical cyclones have, increased in
intensity, especially within the North Atlantic, since the 1970's.9
The northern latitudes will most likely continue to see the greatest amount of
warming, leading to reduced sea ice coverage in the Artic. Precipitation will continue
to increase in high latitude regions and decrease in subtropical regions. Tropical
cyclone intensities are projected to increase and storm tracks are likely to shift
toward the poles. Increased sea surface temperatures will continue to melt polar ice
caps, resulting in rising sea levels and coastal flooding.
Effects on Human Society
Climate change will result in human health effects. During the previous hot periods in
the 1930's, less than 20% of the lower 48 States had above normal low temperatures
during the summer. Within the last decade, however, approximately 30% of the lower
48 exhibit above normal low temperatures during the summer." Higher low
temperatures during the summer help inevitably lead to increased daytime
temperatures, and can cause heat related injuries. The warming caused by
greenhouse gases is likely to increase the occurrence and intensity of heat waves.
Heat waves can result in heat stroke and heat exhaustion. These heat -related
illnesses are likely to occur more frequently due to global warming, especially in
urban areas. Indicators have shown that the percentage of the United States
experiencing heat waves has risen since the 1970's.
Climate change is also affecting the growing season, crops and farming. The growing
season in the US is between the last spring frost and first autumn frost. Since the
beginning of the zoth century, the growing season has been extended by two weeks,
with the biggest increase occurring just within the last 30 years.
Global warming has shifted animal and plant species' ranges, some of which are pests
that threaten farming areas, especially in the northern climates."
California Specific Effects
The State emitted approximately 477.7 million metric tons of COze in 2oo8, which
was down from a high of 483.9 million metric tons in 2004. Transportation (cars,
trucks airplanes and boats) was responsible for over 35% of the total greenhouse
gases that were emitted in 2oo8, with 93% of transportation greenhouses gases
coming from passenger vehicles and heavy-duty trucks.
9 Climate Change zoo? Synthesis Report, prepared by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change,
2007.
10 Climate Change Indicators in the United States, prepared by US EPA, April, 2010.
11 Climate -Change Indicators in the United States, prepared by US EPA, April, zoto.
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Electric power generation was the second largest source of greenhouse gas
emissions in 2008, and generated approximately 116.4 million metric tons of CO2e, or
24% of greenhouse emissions.12 The chart below illustrates the distribution of
California's greenhouse gas emission sources.
2008 California Greenhouse Gas
Emission Sources
6% 3%
3%-\ V9
(3Transportation
6 /0
° o
35 /o
Ed Electric Power
4%t
Industrial
0! Oil & Gas Extraction
�n
® Residential
y
.Commercial
19%� "
®Agriculture
13 High GWP gases
24%
Source: Trends in California Greenhouse Gas Emissions for 2000 to Moll, CARE, May 28, 2oio
Note: High Global Warming Potential Gases (GWP) are ozone -depleting substances such as HFCs and
PFCs, and are generated by such processes as semiconductor manufacturing and electricity grid
equipment.
Chart 3: 2oo8 GHG Emissions Statewide
The early effects of global warming are evident statewide. The Sierra Nevada
snowpack has shrunk by to%, and a sea level rise of up to 8 inches has been recorded
at the Golden Gate Bridge within the last too years. These climate change effects not
only threaten to reduce California's future water supply and threaten low-lying
coastal areas with flooding, but the California Legislature has also found global
warming could affect state industries including agriculture, winemaking, tourism,
skiing, commercial and recreational fishing, forestry, and electric power generation."
12 Trends in California Greenhouse Gas Emissions for 2000 to 2008, CARE, May 28, 2010.
13 Climate Change Scoping Plbn, prepared by CARE, December2oo8.
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C. Laws and Regulations
The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) was created in 1988 by the United
Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and the World Meteorological Organization
(WMO) to study the global effects of climate change. Studies prepared by the IPCC
allow government leaders and policy makers to create regulation to address climate
change. The IPCC played a major role in developing the United Nations Convention on
Climate Change (UNCCC) treaty."The UNCCC was adopted in 1992 to encourage
countries around the world to join together and address the challenges created by
climate change. The Convention is made up of 194 member countries, including the
United States, who recognize the shared responsibilities for reducing greenhouse
gases caused by industrialization. Under the Convention, governments gather and
share information on greenhouse gases, national policies, and best practices; and
create strategies for addressing greenhouse gas emissions. In December 1997, the
UNCCC adopted the Kyoto Protocol to provide legally binding measures to reduce
greenhouse gases by 5% from 1990 levels over five years, starting in 2008. The Kyoto
Protocol was ratified by 192 countries. The United States signed the Kyoto Protocol
but did not ratify it, and therefore is not required to abide by the reduction
measures.'5
In the United States, a national effort is underway to reduce greenhouse gases and
has invested in clean energy technology. The American Recovery and Reinvestment
Act of 2009 included $8o billion toward investments in renewable energy sources.
The Administration has also established more stringent energy efficiency standards
for commercial and residential appliances. Additionally, President Obama signed the
Executive Order on Federal Sustainability, which commits the Federal Government to
reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 28% by zozo, increasing energy efficiency, and
reducing fleet petroleum consumption.i6
California Laws
One of the first pieces of legislation passed to promote energy efficiency was the
California Code of Regulations Title 24, enacted in 1978. Title 24 establishes energy
efficiency standards for residential and nonresidential building construction. Over the
years, the standards were periodically updated, with the most recent update
becoming effective January t, zoto.
4 @nization(or anization histor shtml, accessed November n zoto.
IPCC, httpllwww,ipcc_chlo_g_ _g _ y,..... ,
15 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change,
htt uhfcccinilessential background itemsfzil7.PhP. accessed November to, zozo.
i6 Energy& Environment htt llwww.whitehouse. ovlissues ener and -environment accessed
� _g__ gY-
Novemberto, zozo.
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California's first climate change bill occurred in 1988, with the passage of Assembly
Bill (AB) 442o. AB 4420 made the California Energy Commission responsible for
studying greenhouse gases and preparing and maintaining an inventory of
greenhouse gas sources.
In September z000, Senate Bill (SB) 1771 created the non-profit organization,
California Climate Action Registry, to help greenhouse gas emitters establish
baselines and voluntarily record their greenhouse gas emissions in anticipation of
credit programs for early reductions.
In 2002, AB 1493 was signed into law, requiring the California Air Resources Board
(CARB) to set regulations on greenhouse gas emissions from passenger vehicles,
non-commercial trucks and light -duty trucks sold in California. These new regulations
were to become effective starting with 2009 models, however legal pressure from
automakers and the US EPA delayed the process. The US EPA finally granted
California the right to implement greenhouse gas emission standards on June 30,
2oo9, and it is expected that greenhouse gas emissions from non-commercial
vehicles will be reduced by zz% in 2012 and 30% by 2.ot6: 7
In zoos, Executive Order S-3-05 went into effect, which calls for a State-wide
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions to z000 levels by zoto, 1990 levels by 2020
and 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. In 2oo6, SB 1368 passed to help transition power
sources away from carbon -intensive plants. toward cleaner energy producers. The
most comprehensive piece of legislation,to address climate change, however, is AB
32, or the Global Warming Solutions Act.,
The Global Warming Solutions Act was passed by the State Legislature and signed by
the Governor in 2006, and sets the target of achieving 19go level emissions by 2020.
The California Legislature passed AB 32 based on the following findings and
declaration.
"The potential adverse impacts of global warming include the
exacerbation of air quality problems, a reduction in quality and supply of
water to the state from the Sierra snowpack, a rise in sea levels resulting
in the displacement of thousands of coastal businesses and residences,
damage to the marine ecosystems and the natural environment, and an
increase in the incidences of infectious diseases, asthma, and other
health -related problems.ii8
17 Clean Car Standards Pavle Assembly Bill t
, Y, Y 493, http;/(wtvw.arbca.guvJccJ<cros/ccroshtm,
accessed November n, zoio.
i8 Climate Change Scoping Plan, prepared by CARB, December 2oo8.
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AB 32 gave the California Air Resources Board responsibility to develop early actions
measures to reduce greenhouse gases.
The regulations imposed by AB 32 radically change the way business is done in
California. Without AB 32, and under a "business as usual" approach, California was
projected to release approximately 596 million metric tons of COze in 2020. AB 32
now requires a reduction of 169 million metric tons of COze, or a 3oq reduction of
greenhouse gases by 2020 to meet the established target of 427 million metric tons
of CO2e.'9
'9 Climate Change 5coping Plan, prepared by GARB, December 2oo8.
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APPENDIX B
La Quinta General Plan
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan
Output Tables
Community Wide Analysis
Clean Air Climate Protection 2009 Software
Version z.z.tb
Prepared by
r
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42635 Melanie Place, Suite #toi
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Community Greenhouse
Gas Emissions in 2005
Summary Report
CO2
N2O CH
Equiv CO2 Energy
(tonnes)
(kg) (kg)
(tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Residential
166,986
1,773 7,127
167,686 36.4 480,540,970
Commercial
77,157
881 2,918
77,492 16.8 203,221,151
Transportation
201,934
12,643 10,124
206,066 44.7 830,551,612
Waste
0
0 462,052
9,703 2.1
Total
446,077
15,298 482,221
460,946 100.0 1,514,313,732
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Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH EquivCO2 Energy
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Residential
La Quinta, California
Untitled
Electricity
137,011
1,716
4,289
137,633
29.9
315.169,183
Natural Gas
29,803
56
2,808
29,879
6.5
164,571,565
- Propane
172
2
- 30
173
0.0
800,222
Subtotal Unfilled
166,986
1,773
7,127
167,686
36.4
480,540,970
Subtotal Residential
166,986
1,773
7,127
167,686
36.4
480,540,970
Commercial
La Quints, California
Untitled
Electricity
69,169
866.
2,165
69,483
15.1
159,111,567
Natural Gas
7,988
15
753
8,008
1.7
44,109,584
Subtotal Untitled
77,157
881
2,918
77,492
16.8
203,221,151
Subtotal Commercial 77,157 881 2,918 77,492 16.8 203,221,151
Transportation
Le Quinta, California
Untitled
Diesel
32,677
96
99
32.709
7.1
130,886,519
Gasoline
169,257
12,647
10,026
173,357
37.6
699,665,092
Subtotal Untitled
201,934
12,643
10,124
206,066
44.7
830,551,612
Subtotal Transportation
201,934
12,643
10,124
206,066
44.7
830,551,612
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Waste
La Quinta, California
Refuse/Residue
Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2005
Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Disposal Method - Managed Landfill
Paper Products
0
0
353,293
7,419
1.6
Food Waste
0
0
68,413
1,437
0.3
Plant Debris
0
0
29,821
626
0.1
Wood or Textiles
0
0
10,525
221
0.0
Subtotal Refusa/Residue
0
0
462,052
9.703
2.1
Subtotal Waste
0 0
9,703 2.1
Total 446,077 15,298 482,221 460,946 100.0 1,514,313,732
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Community Greenhouse
Gas Emissions
in 2020
Summary Report
CO2
N20 CH
Equiv CO2 Energy
(tonnes)
(kg) (kg)
(tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Residential
205,723
2,008 8,604
206,526 30.9 591,970,065
Commercial
198,111
2,078 7,299
198,908 29.7 521,383,620
Transportation
245,753
14,402 12,250
250,475 37.5 1,010,399,117
Waste
0
0 605,602
12,718 1.9
Total
649,587
18,488 633,755
668,627 100.0 2,123,752,802
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Detailed Report
CID N2O CH Equtv CO2 Energy
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Residential
La Quints, California
Untitled
Electricity
168,798
1,937
5,107
169,505
25.4
38t5,L*1,43b
Natural Gas
36,713
69
3,460
36,807
5.5
202,732,849
Propane
212
2
37
214
0.0
985,780
Subtotal Untitled
205,723
2,008
8,604
206,526
30.9
591,970,065
Subtotal Residential 205,723 2,008 8,604 206,526 30.9 591
Commercial
La Quinta, California
Untitled
Electricity
177,717
2,040
5,377
178,462
26.7
408,766,144
Natural Gas
20,394
38
1,922
20,446
3.1
112,617,476
Subtotal Untitled
198,111
2,078
7,299
198,908
29.7
521,383,620
Subtotal Commercial 198,111 2,078 7,299 198,908 29.7 521,383,620
Transportation
La Quints, California
Untitled
Diesel
42,730
126
130
42,772
6.4
171,153,503
Gasoline
203,023
14,276
12,120
207,703
31.1
839,245,614
Subtotal Untitled
245,753
14,402
12,250
250,475
37.5
1,010,399,117
Subtotal Transportation
245,753
14,402
12,250
250,475
37.5
1,010,399.117
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Detailed Report
CO2 N20 CH Equly CO2 Energy
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Waste
La Quints, California
Refusa/Residue Disposal Method - Managed Landfill
Paper Products 0 0 463,054 9,724 1.5
Food Waste
0
0
89,668
1,883
0.3
Plant Debris
0
0
39,086
821
0.1 -
WoodorTektiles
0
0
13,795
290
0.0
Subtotal Refuse/Residue
0
0
605,602
12,718
1.9
Subtotal Waste
0
0
605,602
12,718
1.9
Total 649,587 18,488 633,755 668,627 100.0 2,123,752,802
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Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Residential
La Quints, California
Untitled
Electricity
207,939
2,386
6,291
208,811
25.2
478,280,193
Natural Gas
45,227
85
4,262
45,342
5.5
249,743,071
Propane.
261
2
46
263
0.0
1,214,365
Subtotal Untitled
253,427
2,474
10,599
254,416
30.7
729,237,629
Subtotal Residential 253,427 2,474 10,699 254,416 30.7 729,237,bZ9
Commercial
La Quints, California
Untitled
Eledriaty
204,876
2,351
6,199
205,735
24.8
411,238,nu
Natural Gas
23,511
44
2,215
23,571,
2.8
129,828,071
Subtotal Untitled
228,387
2,396
8,414
229,306
27.7
601,063,281
Subtotal Commercial 228,387 2,396 8,414 229,306 27.7 601,o(i:t,281
Transportation
La Quinta, California
Untitled
Diesel
55,981 165 170 56,035 6.8 224.228,206
Gasoline
265,980 18,703 15,879 272,112 32.8 1,099,495,684
Subtotal Untitled
321,961 18,868 16,049 328,147 39.6 1.323,723,890
Subtotal Transportation 321,961 18,868 16,049 328,147 39.6 1,323,723,890
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La Quints, California
Refuse/Residue
Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2035
Detailed Report
CO2 N20 CH Equiv CO2 Energy
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Disposal Method - Managed Landfill
Paper Products
0
0
606,915
12,745
1.5
Food Waste
0
0
117,526
2,468
0.3
Plant Debris
0
0
- 51,229
1,076
0.1
Wood or Textiles
0
0
18,081
380
0.0
Subtotal Refuse/Residue
0
0
793,750
16,669
2.0
Subtotal Waste 0 0 793,750 16,669 2.0
Total 803,775 23,738 828,812 828,538 100.0 2,654,024,800
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La Quinta
Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2035
Summary Report
CO2
N2O CH
Equiv CO2 Energy
(tonnes)
(kg) (kg)
(tonnes) (%) (kWh)
Residential
253,427
2,474 10,599
254,416 30.7 729,237,629
Commercial
228,387
2,396 8,414
229,306 27.7 601,063,281
Transportation
321,961
18,868 16,049
328,147 39.6 1,323,723,890
Waste
0
0 793,750
16,669 2.0
Total 803,775 23,738 828,812 828,538 100.0 2,654,024,800
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Target Year Measures Summary
Measures Summary
CO2
(tonnes)
N20
(kg)
CH
(kg)
EquivCO2
(tonnes) I[%)
Energy
(kWh)
Energy Cost
Savings ($)
Residential Sector
70,998
678
3.063
71,272 28.1
133,350,576
0
Commercial Sector
78,154
838
2,759
78,472 30.9
157,394,784
0
Transportation Sector
95.535
3,167
231
96,522 38.0
401,672,768
0
Waste Sector
0
0
365,874
7,683 3.0
0
Tel 244,688 4,683 371,926 253,950 100.0 692,418,128 0
Climate Action Plan (tonnes ecO2)
Base Year 2006 Emissions
460,946
Target Year 2020 Emissions Forecast
668,627
Target Emissions level
414,852
Emissions Reductions Required to Meet Target
253,776
Emissions Reductions In Climate Action Plan as of 2020
253,950
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Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions. in 2020
Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
Residential Sector
La Quinta, California
Change in Energy Source
R-Cl Nat Gas 2035
2,872
R-Cl: New Homes Use Solar
8,863
R-Cl: New Homes Use Solar
0
R-C2 Nat Gas 2035 solar
3,812
R-C2: Increase Solar 2020
12,781
R-C2: Increase Solar 2035
0
R-C3: Expand Renewable Gri.
0
R-C3: Expand Renewable Gni
0
Energy Efficiency: Appliances and Equipment
R-Bt: Upgrade Appliances 20
10,892
R-Bl: Upgrade Appliances 20
0
Energy Efficiency: Buildings
R-Al: New Homes 40% more
15,106
R-Ai: New Homes 70% more
0
R-A2: Retrofit Existing Homes
7,780
R-A2: Retrofit Existing Homes
0
R-A3 Residential Net Zero 20:
8,892
R-A3 Residential Net Zero 20:
0
Subtotal Residential
70,998
Commercial Sector
La Quints, California
Change in Energy Source
C-Cl: Source Expansion of 18,349
C-01: Source Expansion of - 0
5
271
2,879
1.1
10,644,026 0
102
268
8,900
3.5
0 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
7
359
3,822
1.5
0 0
147
387
12,834
5.1
0 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
106
454
10,935
4.3
31,322,912 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
147
630
15,165
6.0
43,440,405 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
76
324
7,811
3.1
22,373,509 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
87
371
8,926
3.5
25,569,724 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
678
3,063
71,272
28.1
133,350,576 0
211 555 18,426 7.3 0 0
0- 0 0 0.0 0 0
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Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions in 2020
Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equly CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (Kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
Energy Efficiency: Buildings
C-Ai: Net Zero Energy Demai
14,758
155
544
14,817
5.8
38,839,154 0
C-Al: Net Zero Energy Demai
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
C-A2 Net -Zero Retrofit 2020
36,038
378
1,328
36,183
14.2
94,844,504 0
C-A2 Net -Zero Retrofit 2035
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Energy Efficiency: Equipment and Lighting
C-Bt:Upgrade equipment 20:
9.010
95
332
9,046
3.6
23,711,126 0
C-BI: Upgrade equipment 20:
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Subtotal Commercial
78,154
838
2,759
78,472
30.9
157.394,784 0
Transportation Sector
La Quints, California
Change in Fuel Type or Technology
LT-A3: Reduce Diesel Increas
LT-A3: Reduce Gas Increase
LT-A3: Reduce Gas Increase
LT-A3:Reduce Diesel Increasr
P-Al: Increase Use of Electric
P-Al: Increase Use of Electric
P-Al: Replace Diesel Passenl
P-Al: Replace Diesel Passenl
Increase in Fuel Efficiency
HD-G1: Increase Fuel Efficier
LTD-G1: Increase Fuel Ef cie
LTG -GI: Increase Fuel EfSde
P-G1: Increase Fuel Efficeenc
Other VMT Reduction
CNG-D-5: 2020 Signal Sync
CNG-D-5: 2035 Signal Sync
HD-D4: Signal Synchronizatio
235
0
-2
235
0.1
1,074,452 0
7,132
607
399
7,328
2.9
33,017,808 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
8,097
762
660
8,347
3.3
39,236,766 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0•
47
0
0
47
0.0
216,758 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
6,643
0
0
6,643
2.6
26,610,133 0
267
0
0
267
0.1
1,068,844 0
7,821
0
0
7,821
3.1
32,329,341 0
34,514
0
0
34,514
13.6
142,671,661 0
78
17
194
88
0.0
432.503 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
2,740
8
9
2,743
1.1
10,974,993 0
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2
N20
CH
Equiv CO2
Energy
Energy Cost
(tones)
(kg)
(kg)
(tonnes) (%)
(kWh)
Savings ($)
HD-D4: Signal Synchronizatio
0
0
0
0 0.0
0
0
LTD-D2: Signal Synchronizab
207
1
0
207 0.1
828,484
0
LTD-D2: Signal SynchronizaS
0
0
0
0 0.0
0
0
LTG-D3: Signal Synchronizati
5,993
416
302
6,129 2.4
24,775.553
0
LTG-D3: Signal Synchronizati
0
0
0
0 0.0
0
0
P-Di: Signal Synchronization
8,688
617
584
8,891 3.5
35,912,762
0
P-Di: Signal Synchronization
0
0
0
0 0.0
0
0
Switch to Public Transport
LTD-132: Expand Public Trans
LTD-B2: Expand Public Trans
LTG-B3: Expand Public Trans
LTG-B3: Expand Public Trans
PG-81: Expand Public Transp
PG-81: Expand Public Transp
Walking/Biking
LTD-C2: Expand AB Transpor
LTD-C2: Expand Aft Transpor
LTG-C3: Expand Alt Transpor
LTG-C3: Expand Alt Transpor
PG-Cl: Expand Aft Transport
PG-Cl: Expand Aft Transport
79
-3
-38
77
0.0
293,808 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
2,348
104
-815
2,364
0.9
9,194,371 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
2,681
81
-1,554
2,674
1.1
10,122,542 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
78
0
0
78
0.0
313,108 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
2,265
157
114
2,316
- 0.9
9,363,398 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
5,621
399
378
5,753
2.3
23,235,483 0
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Subtotal Transportation 95,535 3,167 231 96,522 38.0 401,672,768
Waste Sector
La Quints, California
Landfilling to Composting
W-1 Divert Food Waste 2020 0 0 20,175 424 0.2
W-1 Divert Food Waste 2035 0 0 0 0 0.0
LandMing to Recycling
W-2 Divert Paper Waste 2035 0 0 0 0 0.0
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Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions in 2020
Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 NZO CH Equiv CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
W-2 DivertPaper Waste 2020
0
0
118,341
2,485
1.0 0
Landfilling to Composting
W-3 Divert Plant Waste 2020
0
0
19.543
410
0.2 0
W-3 Divert Plant Waste 2035
0
0
0
0
0.0 0
Landfilling to Recycling
W-4: Divert Misc Waste
0
0
27,813
584
0.2 0
W4: Divert Misc Waste 2035
0
0
0
0
0.0 0
Landfifling fo Reduction
W-5: Divert Foor Waste Strew
0
0
897
19
0.0 0
W-5: Reduce Foor Waste Stre
0
0
0
0
0.0 0
W-6: Reduce Paper Waste Sb
0
0
179,105
3,761
1.5 0
W-6: Reduce Paper Waste St
0
0
0
0
0.0 0
Subtotal Waste
0
0
365,874
7,683
3.0 0
Total
244,688
4,683
371,926
253,950
100.0 692,418,128 0
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Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions in 2035
Target Year Measures Summary
Measures Summary
CO2
N2O
CH
Equro CO
Energy
Energy Cost
(tonnes)
(kg)
(kg)
(tonnes)
(%)
(kWh)
Savings (E)
Residential Sector
157,016
1.544
6,473
157,631
31.7
305,831,239
0
Commercial Sector
141,869
1,507
5,102
142,443
28.7
323,583,547
0
Transportation Sector
174,143
8,523
2,427
176,836
35.6
775,420,768
0
Waste Sector
0
0
941,463
19,771
4.0
0
Total
473,028
11,574
955,465
496,681
100.0
1,404,835,554
0
Climate Action Plan
(tonnes &CO2)
Base Year 2005 Emissions
460,946
Target Year 2035 Emissions Forecast
828,538
Target Emissions Level
331,881
Emissions Reductions Required to Meet Target
496,657
Emissions Reductions in Climate Action Plan as of 2035
-
496,681
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N20 CH Equiv CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes), (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
Residential Sector
La Quinta, California
Change in Energy Source
R-C1Nat Gas 2035
4,103
R-Cl: New Homes Use Solar
8,863
R-Cl: New Homes Use Solar
12,661
R-C2 Nat Gas 2035 solar
4,765
R-C2: Increase Solar 2020
12,781
R-C2: Increase Solar 2035
12,781
R-C3: Expand Renewable G6
0
R-C3: Expand Renewable Gri.
0
Energy Efficiency: Appliances and Equipment
R-B1: Upgrade Appliances 20
10,892
R-61: Upgrade Appliances 20
10,892
Energy E/ficlency: Buildings
R-Al: New Homes 40% more
15,106
R-Al: New Homes 70% more
30,828
R-A2: Retrofit Existing Homes
7,780
R-A2: Retrofit Existing Homes
7,780
R-A3 Residential Net Zero 20:
8,892
R-A3 Residential Net Zero 20:
8,892
8
387
4,113
0.8
15,205,751 0
102
268
8,900
1.8
0 0
145
383
12,714
2.6
0 0
9
449
4,778
1.0
0 0
147
387
12,834
2.6
0 0
147
387
12,834
2.6
0 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
106
454
10,935
2.2
31,322,912 0
106
454
10,935
22
31,322,912 0
147
630
15,165
3.1
43,440,405 0
301
1,285
30,949
6.2
88,652,792 0
76
324
7,811
1.6
22,373,509 0
76
324
7,811
1.6
22,373,609 0
87
371
8,926
1.8
25,569,724 0
87
371
8,926
1.8
25,569,724 0
Subtotal Residential 157,016 1,544 6,473
Commercial Sector
La Quinta, California
Change in Energy Source
C-Cl: Source Expansion of 18,916 217 572
C-Cl: Source Expansion of 0 - 0 0
157,631 31.7 305,831,239 0
18,995 3.8 0 0
0 0.0 0 0
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2
N20
CH
Equiv CO
Energy
Energy Cost
(tonnes)
(kg)
(kg)
(tonnes)
(%)
(kWh)
Savings (S)
Energy Efficiency: Buildings
C-Al: Net Zero Energy Demai
14,758
155
544
14,817
3.0
38,839,154
0
C-Al: Net Zero Energy Demai
6,465
68
238
6,491
1.3
17,015,248
0
C-A2 Net -Zero Retrofit 2020
36,038
378
1,328
36,183
7.3
94,844,504
0
C-A2 Net -Zero Retrofit 2035
45,048
473
1,660
45,229
9.1
118,555,593
0
Energy Efficiency., Equipment and Lighting
C-Bi: Upgrade equipment 20:
9,010
95
332
9,046
1.8
23,711,126
0
C-Bi: Upgrade equipment 20:
11,634
122
429
11,681
2.4
30,617,922
0
Subtotal Commercial
141,869
1,507
5,102
142,443
28.7
323,583,547
0
Transportation Sector
La Quints, California
Change in Fuel Type or Technology
LT-A3: Reduce Diesel Increas
235
0
-2
235
0.0
1,074,452
0
LT-A3: Reduce Gas Increase
7,132
607
399
7,328
1.5
33,017,808
0
LT-A3: Reduce Gas Increase
18,417
1,865
1,133
19,019
3.8
94,698,456
0
LT-A3:Reduce Diesel lncreasr
187
-6
-22
184
0.0
2,109,808
0
P-Al: Increase Use of Electric
8,097
762
660
8,347
1.7
39,236,766
0
P-Al: Increase Use of Electric
18,901
2,326
1,879
19,662
4.0
108,412,599
0
P-Al: Replace Diesel Passenl
47
0
0
47
0.0
216,758
0
P-Al: Replace Diesel Passenl
117
-1
-2
117
0.0
607,632
0
Increase in Fuel Efficiency
HD-G1: Increase Fuel Efficier
9,491
0
0
9,491
1.9
38,014,475
0
LTD-G1: Increase Fuel Efficie
381
0
0
381
0.1
1,526,919
0
LTG-G1: Increase Fuel Efficie
11,173
0
0
11,173
2.2
46,184,773
0
P-G1: Increase Fuel Efficienq
49,306
0
0
49,306
9.9
203,816,658
0
Other VMT Reduction
CNG-D-5: 2020 Signal Sync
78
17
194
88
0.0
432,503
0
CNG-D-5: 2035 Signal Sync
74
19
215
85
0.0
409,866
0
HD-D4: Signal Synchronizatio
2,740
8
9
2,743
0.6
10,974,993
0
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equly CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) Ng) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
HD-D4: Signal Synchronizatio
1,214
4 -
4
1,215
0.2
4,861,922 0
LTD-D2: Signal Synchronizatii
207
1
0
207
0.0
828,484 0
LTD-D2: Signal Synchronizati,
75
0
0
75
0.0
300,994 0
LTG-D3: Signal SynchronizaO
5,993
416
302
6,129
1.2
24,775,553 0
LTG-D3: Signal Synchronizati.
2,177
151
110
2,227
0.4
9,001,129 0
P-DI: Signal Synchronization
8,688
617
584
8,891
1.8
35,912,762 0
P-D1: Signal Synchronization
2,702
192
181
2,765
0.6
11,168,251 0
Switch to Public Transport
LTD-B2: Expand Public Trans
79
-3
-38
77
0.0
293,808 0
LTD-B2: Expand Public Trans
62
-2
-29
61
0.0
234,547 0
LTG83: Expand Public Trans
2,348
104
-815
2,364
0.5
9,194,371 0
LTG-B3: Expand Public Trans
1,851
81
-632
1,863
0.4
7,296,706 0
PG-Bt: Expand Public Trensp
2,681
81
-1,554
2,674
0.5
10,122,542 0
PG-Bi: Expand Public Transp
2,136
63
-1,204
2,130
0.4
8,163,163 0
WalldngEliking
LTD-C2: Expand Alt Transpor
78
0
0
78
0.0
313,108 0
LTD-C2: Expand All Transpor
145
0
0
146
0.0
582,569 0
LTG-C3: Expand Aft Transpor
2,265
- 157
114
2,316
0.5
9,363,398 0
LTG-C3:Expand Aft Transpor
4,214
293
213
4,310
0.9
17,421,540 0
PG -CI: Expand Aft Transport
5,621
399
378
5,753
1.2
23,235,483 0
PG -CI: Expand Aft Transport
5,229
371
351
5,352
1.1
21,615,970 0
Subtotal Transportation
174,143
8,523
2,427
176,836
35.6
775,420,768 0
Waste Sector
La Quinta, California
Landfilling to Composting
W-1 Divert Food Waste 2020
0
0
20,175
424
0.1
0
W-1 Divert Food Waste 2035
0
0
5,223
110
0.0
0
Landfilling to Recycling
W-2 Divert Paper Waste 2035
0
0
73,532
1,544
0.3
0
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv, CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
0
W-2 DivertPaper Waste 2020
0
0
118,341
2,485
0.5
Landfilling to Composting
W-3 Divert Plant Waste 2020
0
0
19,543
410
0.1 0
W-3 Divert Plant Waste 2035
0
0
3,036
64
0.0 0
Landfilling to Recycling
W-4: Divert Misc Waste
0
0
278,126
5,841
1.2 0
W-4: Divert Misc Waste 2035
0
0
172,806
3,629
0.7 0
Landfilling to Reduction
W-5: Divert Foor Waste Streai
0
0
8,966
188
0.0 0
W-5: Reduce Foor Waste Stre
0
0
6,964
146
0.0 0
W-6: Reduce Paper Waste Sh
0
0
179,105
3,761
0.8 0
W-6: Reduce Paper Waste St;
0
0
55,645
1,169
0.2 0
Subtotal Waste
0
0
941,463
19,771
4.0 0
Total
473,028
11,574
955,465
496,681
100.0 1,404,835,554 0
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APPENDIX C
La Quinta General Plan
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan
Output Tables
Municipal Analysis
Clean Air Climate Protection 2009 Software
Version z.z.ib
Prepared by
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Summary Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) (8)
Buildings and Facilities
2,258
27
79
2,268
23.1
5,630,760 0
Streetlights&Traffic Signals
570
7
18
573
5.8
1,311,439 0
Water Delivery Facilities
6,139
77
192
6,167
62.9
14,122,310 0
Vehicle Fleet
437
31
33
447
4.6
1,811,861 0
Employee Commute
344
22
20
352
3.6
1,418,206 - 0
Total 9,749 164 342 9,807 100.0 24,294,576
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Detailed Report
Buildings and Facigges
La Quinta, California
Civic Center
CO2 N2O CH Equly CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) M
Electricity
498
6
16
501
5.1
1,146,400 0
Natural Gas
86
0
8
86
0.9
472,597 0
Subtotal Civic Center
584
6
24
586
6.0
1,618,997 0
Fire Station 32
Electricity
25
0
1
25
0.3
57,040 0
Subtotal Fire Station 32
25
0
1
25
0.3
57,040 0
Fire Station 70
Electricity 28 - 0 1 29 0.3 65,280 0
Subtotal Fire Station 70 28 0 1 29 0.3 65,280 0
Fire Station 93
Electricity 40 1 1 40 0.4 92,240 0
Natural Gas 6 0 1 6 0.1 34,552 0
Subtotal Fire Station 93 46 1 2 47 0.5 126,792 0
Library
Electricity
221
3
7
222
2.3
509,120 0
Natural Gas
9
0
1
9
0.1
47,365 0
Subtotal Library
230
3
8
231
2.4
556,485 0
Parks and Recreation
Electricity
216
3
7
217
2.2
496,710 0
Subtotal Parks and Recreation
216
3
7
217
2.2
496,710 0
Police
Electricity
36
0
1
36
0.4
82,650 0
Subtotal Police
36
0
1
36
0.4
82,650 0
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Detailed Report
CO2 N 2 0 CH Equly CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) ($)
Public Works
Electricity
34
0
1
34
0.3
77,720
0
Subtotal Public Works
Senior Center
34
0
1
34
0.3
77,720
0
Electricdy
Natural Gas
90
35
1
0
3
3
90
35
0.9
0.4
207,200
192,777
0
0
Subtotal Senior Center
Silver Rock
125
1
6
125
1.3
399,977
0
Electricity
934
12
29
939
9.6
2,149,110
0
Subtotal Silver Rock
934
12
29
939
9.6
2,149,110
0
Subtotal Buildings and Facilities
2,258
27
79
2,268
23.1
5,630,760
0
Streetlights & Traffic Signals
La Quinta, California
Unfiffed
Electricity 570 7 18 573 5.8 1,311,439 0
Subtotal Untitled 570 7 18 573 5.8 1,311,439 0
Subtotal Streetlights 8 Tratfic Sil 570 7 18 573 5.8 1,311,439 0
Water Delivery Facilities
La Quinta, California
CVWD
Electricity
6,139
77
192
6,167
62.9
14,122,310 0
SubtotalCVWD
6,139
77
192
6,167
62.9
14,122,310 0
Subtotal Water Delivery Facilitiet 6,139 77 192 6,167 ez.V w,izc,uiv
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Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2006
Vehicle Fleet
La Quints, California
Other City Vehicles
Detailed Report
CO2 N 2 0 CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) ($)
Diesel
16
0
0
16
0.2
64,349 0
Gasoline
57
4
3
59
0.6
237,265 0
Subtotal Other City Vehicles
73
4
3
75
0.8
301,614 0
Police
Gasoline 263 19 17 269 2.7 1,088,135 0
Subtotal Police 263 19 17 269 2.7 1,088,135 0
Public Works
Compressed Natural Gas
Diesel
6 1 8 6 0.1 31,625 0
1 0 0 1 0.0 2,705 0
Gasoline 94 7 5 96 1.0 387,781 0
Subtotal Public Works 100 8 13 103 1.0 422,111 0
Subtotal Vehicle Fleet 437 31 33 447 4.6 1,811,861 0
Employee Commute
La Quints, California
Untitled
Diesel 34 0 0 34 0.3 136,738 0
Gasoline 310 22 20 317 3.2 1,281,468 0
Subtotal Untitled 344 22 20 352 3.6 1,418,206 0
Subtotal Employee Commute 344 22 20 352 3.6 1,418,206 0
Total 9,749 164 342 9,807 100.0 24,294,576 0
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Summary Report
CO2
N2O CH
Equiv CO2
Energy
Cost
(tonnes)
(kg) (kg)
(tonnes)
(kWh)
($►
Buildings and Facilities
2,446
27 83
2,456 21.7
6,093,943
0
Streetlights & Traffic Signals 804
9 24
808 7A
1,849,787
0
Water Delivery Facilities
7,291
84 221
7,322 64.6
16,770,243
0
Vehicle Fleet
410
28 32
419 3.7
1,699,478
0
Employee Commute
- 317
20 19
324 2.9
1,306,716
0
Total
11,269
167 379
11,328 100.0
27,720,167
0
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Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2020
Detailed Report
CO2 -N20 CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) (E)
Buildings and Facilities
La Quints, California
Civic Corder
Electricity
498
6
15
501
4.4
1,146,400 0
Natural Gas
86
0
8
86
0.8
472,697 0
Subtotal Civic Center
584
6
23
- 586
5.2
1,618,997 0
Fire Station 32
Electricity
31
0
1
31
0.3
70,507 0
Subtotal Fire Station 32
31
0
1
31
0.3
70,507 0
Fire Station 70
Electricity
35
0
1
35
0.3
80,693 0
Subtotal Fire Station 70
35
0
1
35
0.3
80,693 0
Fire Station 93
Electricity
Natural Gas
50
8
1
0
1
1
50
8
0.4
0.1
114,018 0
42,709 0
Subtotal Fire Station 93
57
1
2
58
0.5
156,727 0
Library
Electricity 263 3 8 264 2.3 604,580 0
Natural Gas 10 0 1 10 0.1 56,246 0
Subtotal Library 273 3 9 274 2.4 660,826 0
Museum
Electricity 51 1 2 51 0.4 116,400 0
Subtotal Museum 51 1 2 51 0.4 116,400 0
Parks and Recreation
Electricity 256 3 8 258 2.3 589,843 0
Subtotal Parks and Recreation 256 3 8 258 2.3 589,843 0
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Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) (8)
Electricity
43
0
1
43
0.4
98,147 0
Subtotal Police
43
0
1
43
0.4
98,147 0
Public Works
Electricity
34
0
1
34
0.3
77,720 0
Subtotal Public Works
34
0
1
34
0.3
77,720 0
Senior Center
Electricity
107
1
3
107
0.9
246,050 0
Natural Gas
41
0
4
42
0.4
228,923 0
Subtotal Senior Center
148
1
7
149
1.3
474,973 0
Silver Rock
Electricity
934
11
28
938
8.3
2,149,110 0
Subtotal Silver Rock
934
11
28
938
8.3
2,149,110 0
Subtotal Buildings and Facilities
2,446
27
83
2,456
21.7
6,093,943 0
Streetlights & Traffic Signals
La Quinta, California
Untitled
Electricity
804
9
24
808
7.1
1,849,787 0
Subtotal Untitled
804
9
24
808
7A
1,849,787 0
Subtotal Streetlights & Traffic Si!
804
9
24
808
7.1
1,849,787 0
Water Delivery Facilities
La Quinta, California
CVwD
Electricity 7,291 84 221 7,322 64.6 16,770,243 0
SubtotalCWVD 7,291 84 221 7,322 64.6 16,770,243 0
Subtotal Water Delivery Facilifier 7,291 84 221 7,322 64.6 16,770,243 0
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Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (k9) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) ($)
Vehicle Fleet
La Quints, California
Other City Vehicles
Diesel 17 0 0 17 0.1 66,559 0
Gasoline 58 4 3 59 0.5 239,590 0
Subtotal Other City Vehicles 75 4 3 76 0.7 306.149 0
Police
Gasoline 234 17 16 239 2.1 966,093 0
Subtotal Police 234 17 16 239 2.1 966,093 0
Public Works
Compressed Natural Gas 6
1
8
6
0.1
32,858 0
Diesel 1
0
0
1
0.0
2,798 0
Gasoline 95
7
5
97
0.9
391,581 0
Subtotal Public Works 101
7
13
104
0.9
427,237 0
Subtotal Vehicle Fleet 410
Employee Commute
419 3.7 1,699,478 0
La Quints, California
Untitled
Diesel 35 0 0 35 0.3 142,071 0
Gasoline 282 20 19 288 2.5 1,164,645 0
Subtotal Untitled 317 20 19 324 2.9 1,306,716 0
Subtotal Employee Commute 317 20 19 324 2.9 1,306,716 0
Total 11,269 167 379 11,328 100.0 27,720,167 0
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Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2035
Summary Report
CO2
N20 CH
Equal CO2
Energy
Cost
(tonnes)
(kg) (kg)
(tonnes) (%)
(kWh)
(E)
Buildings and Facilities
2,584
28 88
2,595 20.5
6,441,644
0
Streetlights & Traffic Signals 824
9 25
828 6.5
1,895,783
0
Water Delivery Facilities
8,449
97 256
8,484 67.0
19,432,493
0
Vehicle Fleet
420
28 33
429 3.4
1,741,288
0
Employee Commute
329
21 20
336 2.7
1,355,765
0
. Total
12,606
184 421
12,671 100.0
30,866,972
0
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Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) (6)
Buildings and Facilities
La Quints, California
Civic Center
Electricity
498
6
15
501
3.9
1,146,400 0
Natural Gas
86
0
8
86
0.7
472,597 0
Subtotal Civic Center
584
6
23
586
4.6
1,618,997 - 0
Fire Station 32
tleanaty,
37
0
1 37
0.3
83.974 0
Subtotal Fire Station 32
37
0
1 37
0.3
83,974 0
Fire Station 70
Elect"
42
0
1 42
0.3
96,105 0
Subtotal Fire Station 70
42
0
1 42
0.3
96,105 0
Fire Station 93
ttectricity, 59 1 2 59 0.5 135,796 0
Natural Gas 9 0 1 9 0.1 50,867 0
Subtotal Fire Station 93 68 1 3 69 0.5 186,663 0
Library
Electricity 304 3 9 306 2.4 700,040 0
Natural Gas 12 0 1 12 0.1 65,127 0
Subtotal Library 316 4 10 317 2.5 765,167 0
Museum
ciectnciry 51 1 2 51 0.4 116,4 00 0
Subtotal Museum 51 1 2 51 0.4 116,400 0
Parks and Recreation
Electricity 297 3 9 298 2.A 683,571 0.
Subtotal Perks and Recreation 297 3 9 298 2.4 683,571 0
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Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) (E)
Police
Electricity 49 1 1 50 0.4 113,644 0
Subtotal Police 49 1 1 50 0.4 113,644 0
Public Works
Electricity 34 0 1 34 0.3 77,720 0
Subtotal Public Works 34 0 1 34 0.3 77,720 0
Senior Center
Electricity 124 1 4 124 1.0 285,086 0
Natural Gas 48 0 5 48 0.4 265,207 0
Subtotal Senior Center 172 2 8 173 1.4 550,293 0
Silver Rock
Electricity
934
11
28
938
7.4
2,149,110 0
Subtotal Silver Rock
934
11
28
938
7.4
2,149,110 0
Subtotal Buildings and Facilities
Streetlights & Traffic Signals
2,584
28
88
2,595
20.5
6,441,644 0
La Quints, California
Untitled
Electricity
824
9
25
828
6.5
1,895,783 0
Subtotal Untitled
824
9
25
828
6.5
1,895,783 0
Subtotal Streetlights & Traffic Sit
Water Delivery Facilities
824
9
25
828
6.5
1,895,783 0
La Quints, California
CVWD
Electricity
8,449
97
256
8,484
67.0
19,432,493 0
Subtotal CVWD
8,449
97
256
8,484
67.0
19,432,493 0
Subtotal Water Delivery Facllltiet
8,449
97
256
8,484
67.0
19,432,493 0
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Detailed Report
CO2 N20 CH Equiv CO2 Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) (9)
Vehicle Fleet
La Quinta, California
Other City Vehicles
Diesel 17 0 0 17 0.1 69,058 0
Gasoline 60 4 3 61 0.5 248,583 0
Subtotal Other City Vehicles 77 4 3 79 0.6 317,641 0
Police
Gasoline 237 17 16 243 1.9 980,371 0
Subtotal Police 237 17 16 243 1.9 980,371 0
Public Works
Compressed Natural Gas
6
1 9
7 0.1
34,091 0
Diesel
1
0 0
1 0.0
2,904 0
Gasoline
98
7 5
101 0.8
406,281 0
Subtotal Public Works
105
7 14
108 0.9
443,275 0
Subtotal Vehicle Fleet
Employee Commute
La Quinta, California
Untitled
28 33
3.4 1,741,288 0
Diesel
37
0
0
37
0.3
147,403 0
Gasoline
292
21
20
299
2.4
1,208,362 0
Subtotal Untitled
329
21
20
336
2.7
1,355,765 0
ouuwtai tmpioyee t:ommute
329
21
20
336
2.7
1,355,765 0
Total
12,606
184
421
12,671
100.0
30,866,972 0
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La Quinta
Government Greenhouse Gas. Emissions Reductions in 2020
Target Year Measures Summary
Measures Summary
Buildings and Facilities Sector
Streetlights & Traffic Signals Se -
Water Delivery Facilities Sector
Vehicle Fleet Sector
Employee Commute Sector
Total
co
N2O
CH
Equiv CO2
Energy
Energy Cost
(tonnes)
(kg)
(kg)
(tonnes) (%)
(kWh)
Savings ($)
472
5
16
474 18.8
287,159
0
108
1
3
109 4.3
240,472
0
1,750
20
53
1,757 69.9
961,568
0
749
1
1
149 5.9
617,124
0
25
1
-10
25 1.0
115,486
0
2,504 29 63 2,514 100.0 2,221,809 0
Climate Action Plan (tonnes eCO2)
Base Year 2005 Emissions
9,807
Target Year 2020 Emissions Forecast
11,328
Target Emissions Level
8,826
Emissions Reductions Required to Meet Target -
- 2.502
Emissions Reductions in Climate Action Plan as of 2020 2,614
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2
(tonnes)
N20
(kg)
CH
(kg)
Equly CO2
(tonnes) (°hl
Energy
(kWh)
Energy Cost
savings (EI
Buildings and Facilities Sector
Le Quinta, California
Change in Energy Source
CC-Cl: Increase Green Ene%
91
1
3
91
3.6
0
0
CC-Cl: Increase Green Enerf
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
F32Cl: Increase Green Enen
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
F32C1: Solar Onsde 2010
43
0
1
44
1.7
0
0
LC3: Increase Green Energy
53
1
2
53
2.1
0
0
LC3: Increase Green Energy
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
SC-C2: Increase Green Enen
21
0
1
21
0.9
0
0
SC-C2: Increase Green Enen
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
SR-Cl: Solar Onsite 2020
187
2
6
188
7.5
0
0
SR -DI: Solar Onsite 2035
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
Energy Efficiency: Equipment and Lighting
CC-B1: Automate HVAC Sysh
38
0
3
38
1.5
199,286
0
CC-B2: Occupancy Sensors 2
25
0
1
26
1.0
58,600
0
CC-62: Occupancy Sensors 2
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
CC-B3: Computer Power Mng
13
0
0
13
0.5
29,273
0
Subtotal Buildings and Facilities
472
5
16
474
18.8
287,159
0
Streetlights ti Traffic Signals Sector
La Quinta, Caltiomla
Energy Efficiency: Reduce Hours of Operation
SL-B1: Minimize hours of
64
1
2
65
2.6
147,983
0
SL-B1: Minimize hours of
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
Reduce Number of Lights
SL-131: Remove Lights 2020
40
0
1
40
1.6
92,489
0
SL-61: Remove Lights 2035
- 0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
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La Quinta
Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions in 2020
Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
Use of Solar Electricity
SL-C1: Increase Use of Greer
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
SL-Cl: Increase Use of Greer
4
0
0
4
0.1
0 0
Subtotal Streetlights & Traffic Sit
108
1
3
109
4.3
240,472 0
Water Delivery Facilities Sector
La Quinta, California
Change in Energy Source
W-Cl: Green Electricity Is UrA
1,385
16
42
1,391
55.3
123,056 0
W-Cl: Green Electricity Is Us(
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Energy Efficiency: Equipment and Lighting
W-B1: Increase Transport
365
4
11
366
14.6
838,512 . 0
W-Bi: Increase Transport
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Subtotal Water Delivery Facilities
1,750
20
53
1,757
69.9
961,568 0
Vehicle Fleet Sector
La Quints, California
Increase in Fuel Efficiency
LD-F1: Fuel Standard Increas
1
0
0
1
0.0
6,572 0
LD-F1: Fuel Standard Increas
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
LD-F1: Fuel Standard Incises
3
0
0
3
0.1
13,758 0
LD-Fi: Fuel Standard Increas-
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
LD-F1: Fuel Standard Increas
31
0
0
31
1.2
126,184 0
LD-171: Fuel Standard Increas
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
P-F1: Fuel Standard Increase:
94
0
0
94
3.7
387,115 0
P-Fl: Fuel Standard Increase:
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Other VMT Reduction
LD-D1: Signal Synch CNG 20.
0
0
- 0
0
0.0
164 0
LD-Dt: Signal Synch CNG 20
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
LT-131: Signal Synch Diesel 21
1
0
0
1
0.0
3,467 0
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
LT-D1: Signal Synch Diesel 21
LT-D1: Signal Synch Gas 202
LT -DI: Signal Synch Gas 203
P-DI: Signal Synch Police 20:
P-131: Signal Synch Police 20:
0
8
0
12
0
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
8
0
12
0
0.0
0.3
0.0
0.5
0.0
0 0
31,559 0
0 0
48,305 0
0 0
Subtotal Vehicle Fleet
149
1
1
149
5.9
617,124 0
Employee Commute Sector
La Quints, California
Change in Fuel Type
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
2
0
0
2
0.1
10,029 0
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
12
2
1
13
0.5
71,671 0
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehicl
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Increase in Fuel Efficiency
F-1: Fuel Standard Increase
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
F-1: Fuel Standard Increase
0
0
0
0
0.0
1,089 0
F-1: Fuel Standard Increase C.
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
F-1: Fuel Standard IncreaseG
2
0
0
2
0.1
9,002 0
Other VMT Reduction
D-1: Signal Synch Diesel 202(
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
D-1: Signal Synch Diesel 2031
0
0
0
0
0.0
224 0
D-1: Signal Synch Gas 2020
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
D-1: Signal Synch Gas 2035
0
0
0
0
0.0
1,897 0
Switch to Public Transport
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi,
1
0
-1
1
0.0
2,894 0
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Pubk
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi.
6
0
-10
6
0.2
18,678 0
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi.
0
0
0
0
0.0
0 0
Subtotal Employee Commute
25
1
-10
25
1.0
115,486 0
Total 2,504 29 63 2,514 100.0 2,221,809 0
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La Quinta
Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions in 2036
Target Year Measures Summary
Measures Summary
Buildings and Facilities Sector
Streetlights & Traffic Signals Sei
Water Delivery Facilities Sector
Vehicle Fleet Sector
Employee Commute Sector
Total
CO2
N 2 0
CH
Equiv CO2
Energy
Energy Cost
(tonnes)
(kg)
(kg)
(tonnes) (%)
(kWh)
Savings ($)
1,065
12
34
1,070 19.1
404,359
0
596
7
18
598 10.7
947,916
0
3,486
40
105
3,500 62.4
1,891,267
0
237
4
5
239 4.3
983,273
0
205
6
-16
207 3.7
898,744
0
5,589 69 147 5,614 100.0 5,125,558 0
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Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
Buildings and Facilities Sector
La Quanta, California
Change in Energy Source
CC-Cl: Increase Green EnerE
91
1
3
91
1.6
0 0
CC-Cl: Increase Green Energy
174
2
5
175
3.1
0 0
F32-Cl: Increase Green Ener
43
0
1
44
0.8
0 0
F32-Cl: Solar Onsite 2010
43
0
1
44
0.8
0 0
L-C3: Increase Green Energy
53
1
2
53
0.9
0 0
L-C3: Increase Green Energy
17
0
1
17
0.3
0 0
SC-C2: Increase Green Enen,
21
0
1
21
0.4
0 0
SCC2: Increase Green Enen
7
0
0
7
0.1
0 0
SR-Cl: Solar Onsite 2020
187
2
6
188
3.3
0 - 0
SR-131: Solar Onsite 2035
302
3
9
303
5.4
0 0
Energy Efficiency: Equipment and Lighting
CC-B1: Automate WAC Sysb
38
0
3
38
0.7
199,286 0
CC•B2: Occupancy Sensors 2
25
0
1
26
0.5
58,600 0
CC-82: Occupancy Sensors 2
51
1
2
51
0.9
117,200 0
CC-B3: Computer Power Mng
13
0
0
13
0.2
29,273 0
Subtotal Buildings and Facilities
1,065
12
34
1,070
19.1
404,359 0
Streetlights S, Traffic Signals Sector
La Quanta, California
Energy Efficiency: Reduce Hours of Operation
SL-81: Minimize hours of
64
1
2
65
1.2
147,983 0
SL-B1: Minimize hours of
190
2
6
191
3.4
436,950 0
Reduce Number of Lights
SL-D7: Remove Lights 2020
40
0
1
40
0.7
92,489 0
SL-131: Remove Lights 2035
118 -
1
4
118
2.1
270,494 0
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Government Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions in 2035
Target Year Measures Detailed Report
CO2 N2O CH Equiv, CO2 Energy Energy Cost
(tonnes) (kg) (kg) (tonnes) (%) (kWh) Savings ($)
Use of Solar Electricity
SL-Cl: Increase Use of Greer
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
SL-Cl: Increase Use of Greer
183
2
6
184
3.3
0
0
Subtotal Streetlights & Traffic Si!
596
7
18
598
10.7
947,916
0
Water Delivery Facilities Sector
La Quints, California
Change in Energy Source
W-Cl: Green Electricity Is Us(
1,385
16
42
1,391
24.8
123,056
0
W-Cl: Green Electricity Is Us(
1,332
15
40
1,337
23.8
0
0
Energy Efficiency, Equipment and Lighting
W-Bl: Increase Transport.
365
4
11
366
6.5
838,512
0
W-B1: Increase Transport
404
5
12
406
7.2
929,699
0
Subtotal Water Delivery Facilidin
3,486
40
105
3,500
62.4
1,891,267
0
Vehicle Fleet Sector
La Quints, California
Increase in Fuel Efficiency
LD-Ft: Fuel Standard Increas
1
0
0
1
0.0
6,572
0
LD-Ft: Fuel Standard Increas
1
0
0
1
0.0
2,922
0
LD-Fi: Fuel Standard Increas
3
0
0
3
0A
13,758
0
LD-Fi: Fuel Standard Increas
2
0
0
2
0.0
6,181
0
LD-F1: Fuel Standard Increas
31
0
0
31
0.5
126,184
0
LD-Ft: Fuel Standard Increas
14
0
0
14
0.2
57,403
0
P-F1: Fuel Standard Increase!
94
0
0
94
1.7
387,115
0
P-F1: Fuel Standard Increase!
30
0
0
30
0.5
124,035
0
Other VMT Reduction
LD-131: Signal Synch CNG 20.
0
0
0
- 0
0.0
1,644 -
0
LO-DI: Signal Synch CNG 20.
1
0
1
1
0.0
3,408
0
LT-131: Signal Synch Diesel 21
1
0
0
1
0.0
3,467
0
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CO2
N2O
CH
Equal CO2
Energy
Energy Cost
(tonnes)
(kg)
(kg)
(tonnes) (%)
(kWh)
Savings (S)
LT-D1: Signal Synch Diesel 2(
2
0
0
2 0.0
7,196
0
LT -DI: Signal Synch Gas 202
8
1
0
8 0.1
31,559
0
LT -DI: Signal Synch Gas 203
16
1
1
16 0.3
65,487
0
P-DI: Signal Synch Police 20,'
12
1
1
12 0.2
48,305
0
P-D1: Signal Synch Police 20:
24
2
2
24 0.4
98,037
0
Subtotal Vehicle Fleet
237
4
5
239 4.3
983,273
0
Employee Commute Sector
La Quinta, California
Change in Fuel Type
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
2
0
0
2
0.0
10,029
0
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
0
0
0
0
0.0
2,243
0
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
12
2
1
13
0.2
71,671
0
E-1: Staff Uses Electric Vehid
28
3
3
29
0.5
160,309
0
Increase in Fuel Efficiency
F-1: Fuel Standard Increase
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
F-1: Fuel Standard Increase
14
0
0
14
0.2
54,461
0 .
F-1: Fuel Standard Increase C.
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
F-1: Fuel Standard IncreaseG
109
0
0
109
1.9
450,106
0
Other VMT Reduction
D-1: Signal Synch Diesel 202(
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
D-1: Signal Synch Diesel 203(
3
0
0
3
0.0
11,215
0
D-1: Signal Synch Gas 2020
0
0
0
0
0.0
0
0
D-1: Signal Synch Gas 2035
23
2
2
23
0.4
94,860
0
Switch to Public Transport
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi,
1
0
-1
1
0.0
2,894
0
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi.
1
0
0
1
0.0
5,565
0
BC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi.
6
0
-10
6
0.1
18,678
0
SC-1: 5 Employees Use Publi
6
0
-9
5
0.1
16,712
0
Subtotal Employee Commute
205
6
-16
207
3.7
898,744
0
Total
5.589
69
147
5,614
100.0
5,125,558
0
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Target Year Measures Summary
Measures Summary.
cot
(tonnes)
N20
(kg)
CH
(kg)
Equh, CO2
(tonnes) (%)
Energy
(kWh)
Energy Cost
Savings ($)
Buildings and Facilities Sector
1,065
12
34
1,070 19.1
404,359
0
Streetlights & Traffic Signals Se-
596
7
18
598 10.7
947,916
0
Water Delivery Facilities Sector
3,486
40
105
3,500 62.4
1,891,267
0
Vehicle Fleet Sector
237
4
5
239 4.3
983,273
0
Employee Commute Sector
205
6
-16
207 3.7
898,744
0
Total
5,589
69
147
5,614 100.0
5,125,558
0
Climate Action Plan (tonnes eCO2)
Base Year 2005 Emissions 9,807
Target Year 2035 Emissions Forecast 12,671
Target Emissions Level 7,061
Emissions Reductions Required to Meet Target - 5,610
Emissions Reductions in Climate Action Plan as of 2035 5,614
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