Fort Lauderdale Net Zero Plan 2025

8  EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

NUMBER

ACTION

PRIORITY

IMPLEMENTATION TIMEFRAME

AVIATION

STRATEGY: SUSTAINABLE AVIATION

Advocate for the development and implementation of new, more efficient aircraft and engine technologies.

Action 21

3

Medium term

COMMUNITY WASTE AND DIVERSION

STRATEGY: WASTE REDUCTION AND DIVERSION

Create and operationalize a community-wide food rescue plan in collaboration with local nonprofits, supermarkets, and restaurants.

Action 22

1

Long term

Action 23

Advocate at the state and federal level for policies to reduce the usage of single use plastics.

1

Short term

Promote existing programs and implement new programs to enhance education and awareness around waste reduction and diversion. Continue engaging with Broward County on a long-term vision and plan for a county-wide composting program.

2

Medium term

Action 24

2

Ongoing

Action 25

Action 26

Address the reduction and management of construction and demolition waste.

2

Medium term

Action 27

Introduce innovative programs and technology for managing irregular waste streams.

3

Medium term

URBAN FOREST AND PARKS

STRATEGY: WATER AND ENERGY CONSERVATION

Ensure trees and landscaping are designed for rainwater retention and include drought-resistant and low-water-needs vegetation. Continue to expand smart irrigation systems and consider piloting rainwater harvesting in parks for irrigation.

Action 28

1

Ongoing

Action 29

1

Ongoing

FORT LAUDERDALE NET ZERO PLAN