Fort Lauderdale Net Zero Plan 2025

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change was extrapolated to conduct future linear projections. Additionally, the data were adjusted to produce the LA scenario projections that were linearly interpolated to meet the 2050 projections stated in the City’s net zero goals. While the model data are based on existing data, the linearity of future projections do not reflect the actual expected changes over the years between the baseline year and the 2050 goal year. As for the modeled percentage reductions resulting from strategies in this Plan, projected reductions are only available at the strategy level and not for individual actions due to the limited data for the model. While more detailed analysis can be conducted to determine action-level GHG emissions reductions, more specific community and operational data would be needed. Because of the high level projections based on strategy, it is assumed that individual percent reduction projections are attained with a combination of actions within each strategy. It should also be noted that there is uncertainty in the projected strategy emissions reductions, which are reasonable estimates based on an assessment of other cities’ climate action plans. In addition, attainment of the projected emissions reductions for many strategies requires actions by others not directly under the City’s control, such as residents, the utility, and state and federal agencies. Water and wastewater treatment optimization and decarbonization strategies are addressed in the municipal sector strategies. Process and fugitive emissions were not modeled when determining GHG emission reduction strategies in this Net Zero Plan as they account for a small proportion of both community and municipal emissions. However, Fort Lauderdale is committed to taking action to ensure these emissions continue to be minimized through regular maintenance and operations efficiency efforts. To calculate abatement costs for each strategy in emissions reduction, data were used and collected from various public domains. While these data can be reflective of the overall average abatement cost, they do not reflect the regional-specific abatement costs. The City of Fort Lauderdale is assumed to have equivalent abatement costs to those provided as US national averages. While more detailed cost quantification typically requires a detailed, ground-up approach, this approach will facilitate the prioritization of efforts and inform strategic planning.

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