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Oct 17, 2022 · City-owned land in a total of 26 parks will be protected under Houston's first land preservation ordinance, which aims to combat climate change along with improving air and water quality.
- Adam Zuvanich
Climate Action Plan. On April 22, 2020 – the 50th anniversary of Earth Day – the City launched the science-based, community-driven Houston Climate Action Plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, meet the Paris Agreement goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, and lead the global energy transition. Read the April 22, 2020 Press Release (.html)
Jun 26, 2021 · The Corps plan slates about $2.6 billion, a tenth of the total bill, for ecosystem restoration, such as restoring salt marshes that can absorb the impact of surging seawater. “That’s a great ...
Mar 23, 2022 · Resilient Houston and the Climate Action Plan helped cement the foundation for the Mayor’s vision of making Houston into a more resilient and sustainable city. Built on existing efforts, the plans recommend new programs, projects, and policies that will help Houston prepare, adapt, and recover from shocks and stresses—like the COVID-19 pandemic, extreme weather, systemic inequities, and more.
Jul 13, 2023 · The Resilience & Sustainability Office is responsible for implementing Resilient Houston and the Houston Climate Action Plan (CAP). Together, these documents provide a clear framework to foster the growth of a Houston that is both a healthy place to live, as well as an equitable, inclusive, and affordable city that leads in climate mitigation and adaptation and offers a transformative economy ...
Aug 16, 2022 · Some areas got 50 inches of rain, and studies show heavier rainfall is one of the hallmarks of climate change. And with more and more water, many experts say we will need to create additional ...
May 18, 2022 · Texas is getting hotter — even at night. Sundown isn't providing as much relief, according to a 2021 report published by the state's climatologist. The average daily minimum and maximum ...
