Fort Lauderdale Net Zero Plan 2025

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Sustainability: Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Urban Greenery: Vegetation in urban areas, including parks, gardens, and green roofs that can help mitigate the urban heat island effect and improve air quality. Urban Forest: A densely wooded area located in a city. Urban Heat Island Effect: The phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures than their rural surroundings due to the concentration of buildings, roads, and infrastructure. Urban Land Institute: A professional organization focused on the responsible use of land and the creation of sustainable communities. Urban Sustainability Directors Network: A network of local government professionals dedicated to advancing urban sustainability. Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT): A measure of the total miles driven by all vehicles in a specified area over a given time period. Waste Management: The collection, transportation, and disposal or recycling of waste materials.

FORT LAUDERDALE NET ZERO PLAN