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The Yolo County Climate Action and Sustainability Program (Sustainability Program) leads the County's efforts to advance equitable climate action and response to climate change. It is located within the Department of Community Services.
The County has a well-earned reputation for environmental protection and climate action. A leading advocate of ecosystem conservation, responsible growth, and agricultural lands preservation for more than 40 years, the County has also taken numerous steps to reduce emissions associated with County government operations.
The County Board of Supervisors approved a Climate Emergency Declaration (Resolution No. 20-114) in September 2020. The Resolution set a goal for the County to achieve a carbon negative footprint by 2030, while ensuring a just transition to an inclusive, equitable, sustainable, and resilient local economy. The Board subsequently created the Yolo County Climate Action Commission (YCCAC). This eleven-member advisory body was charged with developing and implementing a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) to meet the 2030 goal and ensuring vulnerable, marginalized, and historically underserved communities are centered in the process.
The Sustainability Program staffs the Commission and coordinates climate action and sustainability efforts among County Departments. The program also works closely with external partners including local municipalities, regional agencies, community-based organizations, and local community leaders to align goals and collaborate on regional climate mitigation and adaptation.
On December 3rd, 2024, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the Final Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), initiating the critical transition from plan development to plan implementation. To view the plan, please click on the image above.
Click on the image above to be directed to our CAAP WebPortal!
PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
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Yolo County 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
Yolo County 2008 Climate Action Plan
Yolo County 2020-2025 Strategic Plan
Yolo County 2021 Sustainability Plan
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