Fort Lauderdale Net Zero Plan 2025

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improved public health and safety, and alignment with other City strategic priorities. Further engagement with key stakeholders and community members is critical to achieving the Plan’s ambitions. Additionally, identifying champions to lead, drive, and monitor progress is essential to achieving GHG emissions reductions. They City will publish updates every three years to ensure transparency in efforts and maintain focus on the initiatives in this Plan. Fort Lauderdale’s Net Zero Plan is a cornerstone of the City’s sustainability efforts and is designed to align with the City’s broader strategic priorities, ensuring a cohesive approach to development and sustainability. By reducing GHG emissions, the Plan supports

long-term environmental health, resilience, and equity, ensuring that the benefits of a sustainable future are shared across the entire community. The Plan emphasizes economic savings through reduced energy costs. By fostering a green economy, the Plan helps stimulate local economic growth and attract businesses that value sustainability. During the drafting process for the Plan, the City prioritized community engagement through virtual and in person public meetings, progress updates, and a publicly available website, ensuring that residents are informed, involved, and supportive of climate actions. This approach aligns with the City’s priority of fostering strong community relationships and civic participation.

FORT LAUDERDALE NET ZERO PLAN