Ow many cities in the United States have joined the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy12/5/2023 ![]() WHEREAS, addressing energy efficiency and climate change will promote a cleaner environment, a more prosperous economy by attracting jobs and positive economic development, increased comfort and health in homes, and a higher quality of life and WHEREAS, climate change affects all residents and businesses, but communities that already face socioeconomic and health inequities will be most severely impacted and such communities therefore require an investment in resilience that is proportionate to these more severe risks and WHEREAS, climate change has been widely recognized by government, business, academic, and other community leaders as a worldwide threat with the potential to harm our economy, safety, public health, and quality of life and ![]() WHEREAS, there is scientific consensus regarding the reality of climate change and the recognition that human activity, especially the combustion of fossil fuels that create greenhouse gases, is an important driver of climate change and WHEREAS, the City of Charlottesville desires to protect and enhance quality of life for all those who live, work, learn and play in our community, as well as for our children and grandchildren and RESOLUTION IN RESPONSE TO THE ANNOUNCED UNITED STATES WITHDRAWAL FROM THE PARIS CLIMATE AGREEMENT In addition, City Council provided direction for join the Compact of Mayors commitment.įull text of the adopted resolution is below: ![]() The resolution indicates continued commitment on behalf of Charlottesville to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and working as part of a global community to reduce the severity of climate change and proactively prepare our community to adapt to changes in our area's climate. City Council passed a resolution on Jas its "Response to the Announced US Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement".
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