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OCTOBER 20, 2009, Item~
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA (1) ACCEPTING THE 2008 GREENHOUSE
GAS EMISSIONS INVENTORY REPORT, (2) DIRECTING
THE CITY'S CLIMATE CHANGE WORKING GROUP TO
DEVELOP A CLIMATE ADAPTATION STRATEGY FOR
FUTURE COUNCIL CONSIDERATION, AND (3)
APPROVING CHULA VISTA'S ONGOING INVOLVEMENT
IN INTERNATIONAL EFFORTS TO SHARE
INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCES REGARDING
CLIMATE ADAPTATION PLANNING AS OUTLINED IN
THE CLIMATE ADAPT A TION PLANNING ROADMAP
OJR. OF CONSER~l!!N & ENV. IRONMENT AL SERVICES ~
CITY MANAGER I ____ ~
ASSISTANT CITY ANAGER <;; )
4/5THS VOTE: YES D NO I X I
SUMNL~Y
As part of Chula Vista's climate protection program, staff has completed a greenhouse
gas (GHG) emissions inventory for 2008 to identify emission sources and to guide policy
decisions. The 2008 GHG Emissions Inventory, which utilizes a new State-supported
reporting protocol and newly-available emission coefficients, indicates that annual
citywide GHG levels have increased by 29% compared to 1990. However, per capita and
per housing unit levels in Chula Vista are approximately 25% and 17% below 1990
levels, respectively. GHG emissions from municipal sources (i.e. operations, facilities,
and vehicle fleet) in 2008 are approximately 43% below 1990 levels. Although
transportation levels ami energy use in the community have generally increased in every
inventory year since 1990, the stabilization of community-wide emissions and the
decrease of municipal operation emissions (compared to results previously reported in the
2005 GHG Emissions Inventory) are mainly due to new emission coefficients.
To meet the City's commitment to reduce emissions 20% below 1990 levels, staff has
begun initial implementation of the Council-approved seven climate protection measures
and is actively pursuing new funding sources to ensure their long-term, full
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implementation. To complement these climate change mItIgation efforts, staff is
recommending that the City begin to assess vulnerabilities to climate changes and
strategize opportunities to adapt to the impacts. As outlined in the climate adaptation
planning roadmap, a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy would be developed over the
next year through a community-driven process and presented to City Council for formal
review and consideration in the future.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed project
for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has
determined that the project qualifies for a Class 8 categorical exemption pursuant to
Section 15308 [Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment] of
the State CEQA Guidelines. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary.
RECOMMENDATION
City COlmcil adopt the resolution.
BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDA nON
Staff presented the 2008 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory and the roadmap for
developing a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy to the Resource Conservation
Commission (RCe) on September 14, 2009. The RCC formally accepted the inventory
report and unanimously supported the proposed climate adaptation planning efforts.
DISCUSSION
Chula Vista has historically been a regional and national leader in climate protection
policies and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) or "carbon" emissions.
The City has participated in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate
Change, ICLEI Cities for Climate Protection Campaign, and the Conference of Mayor's
Climate Protection Agreement. Through this past involvement, the City developed a
Carbon Dioxide Reduction Plan (2000) and new Climate Protection Measures (2008) to
improve energy efficiency and water conservation, expand renewable energy systems,
convert to more fuel efficient and alternative fuel vehicles, and design transit-friendly,
walkable communities. Both the Carbon Dioxide Reduction Plan and new Climate
Protection Measures constitute the City's comprehensive Climate Action Plan which will
assist the City in reaching its greenhouse gas emissions reduction commitment of 20%
below 1990 levels by 2010.
To help identify emission sources, assess program progress, and guide policy decisions,
the Department of Conservation & Environmental Service staff has completed a GHG
emissions inventory for Calendar Year 2008. The 2008 GHG Emissions Inventory
utilizes the new Local Govemment Operations Protocol which was jointly developed by
ICLEI, California Climate Action Registry, and the California Air Resources Board to
assist public agencies in quantifying their climate impact and incorporates newly-
available emission coefficients. As a result, staff has recalculated emission levels for
1990 and 2005 inventories with these new, more region-specific coefficients to ensure an
"apples to apples" comparison and to more confidently determine emission trends over
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time. In addition, Chula Vista recently joined the California Climate Action Registry,
which is the State's premier voluntary greenhouse gas reporting system. Participation in
the California Climate Action Registry complements the City's other climate protection
efforts by documenting GHG emissions as it relates to Assembly Bill 32's (California
Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006) statewide reduction targets and prepares the City
for potential carbon trading opportunities in the future. The City of Chula Vista is the
first local government in San Diego County to successfully report its GHG emissions
through the California Climate Action Registry.
The 2008 GHG Emissions Invemory indicates that Chula Vista's annual citywide GHG
levels have increased to 934,630 metric tons of Carbon Dioxide Equivalent (MT C02e)
with expansion of its housing stock and population. The two greatest sources of
emissisns were from the transportation sector (44%) and residential energy use sector
(29%). Compared to 1990, Chula Vista's citywide GHG emissions have increased by
29%, however per capita and per housing unit levels are approximately 25% and. 17%
below 1990 levels, respectively. It should be noted that a large reason. for the
stabilization of community-wide emissions (compared to the 35% value previously
reported in the 2005 GHG Emissions lnvemory) is due to the new emission coefficients.
Transportation levels and energy use in the community have generally increased in everv
inventory year since 1990. In order to achieve the City's citywide reduction target;
annual community emissions would be required to be reduced by at least 352,997 metric
tons C02e.
Greenhouse gas emissions from municipal sources (i.e. operations, facilities, and vehicle
fleet) in 2008 totaled 16,817 MT C02e. Similar to the community inventory, the majority
of emissions were from the vehicle fleet (46%) and building energy use (34%). In
comparison to 1990 levels, GHG emissions from municipal operations decreased by 43%
or 12,807 metric tons COle surpassing the City's 20% reduction goal. This
accomplishment was largely possible due to the retrofitting of traffic signals in the 1990s
with energy-saving LED technologies. Although building energy use and fleet fuel
consumption has decreased slightly since the last inventory, the dramatic decrease of
municipal operation emissions (compared to the 18% value previously reported in the
2005 GHG Emissions Inventol:V) is mainly due to new emission coefficients.
The City has been continuing its carbon reduction efforts over the last 12 months by
beginning partial implementation of the seven new Climate Protection Measures based on
available funding. Staff has been able to secure one-time funding opportunities to install
more energy efficient and renewable energy technologies at municipal buildings and
replace a variety of fleet and transit vehicles with more efficient models. At a community
level, Conservation & Environmental Services staff has used its San Diego Gas &
Electric (SDG&E) Local Government Partnership to support energy efficient lighting
exchanges and free energy and water assessment services for residents and businesses.
Likewise, the Development Services Department has modified their plan check reviews
and drafted new ordinances to place additional emphasis in incorporating energy
efficiency and renewable energy opportunities L'lto new construction and major
renovation projects.
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To ensure long-term, full implementation of the seven measures, the City must finalize
either an increase in Energy Franchise Fees paid by SDG&E or establish a Local Fee
Authority with the assistance of State legislators. In addition to supporting existing
carbon-reducing programs, the new revenue sources would support implementation bf
two new key programs - a mandatory Green Building Standard requiring enhanced
energy efficiency levels and a home energy efficiency and solar conversion program
(known as the Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade program). The Green Building
Standard will help to lessen future emission increases from new greenfield development
and maximize efficiency of redevelopment projects. The Home Upgrade, Carbon
Downgrade program will immediately and drastically reduce the emissions associated
with existing building stock's energy use, water consumption, and wastewater generation.
These new programs are imperative to meeting Chula Vista's commitment of reducing
citywide emissions 20% below 1990 levels. It is staff s top priority to frnalize the Energy
Franchise Fees and Local Fee Authority funding mechanisms over the next 6 months to
present to City Council' for consideration.
Despite current efforts both regionally and globally to reduce carbon emissions, some
level of local climate change is expected to occur resulting in escalating temperatures and
heat waves, changing precipitation, rising sea levels, and increasing extreme natural
events. In response, government leaders are beginning to assess their community's
vulnerabilities to climate impacts and "adapt" their policies and programs accordingly.
By minimizing the risks associated with these climate impacts now, future costs can be
avoided and/or minimized.
In May 2009, the City of Chula Vista, represented by Councilmember Bensoussan, was a
sponsored guest at an International Conference on Climate Adaptation hosted by the
Andalusian government in Spain. Conference participants, which also included the State
of Califomia, City of San Diego, City of Jerez de la Frontera, and City of Seville,
discussed opportunities for capacity-building and the sharing of technical expertise in
climate policy development and implementation. Representatives from the various
governments also drafted a "Seville Declaration" which outlined future collaboration
priorities between the participants in climate adaptation plarrning.
In response, City staff has created a roadmap for Chula Vista's development of a Climate
Change Adaptation Strategy. As proposed, the Climate Change Working Group
(CCWG), comprised of residents, businesses, and community group representatives,
would review and evaluate various adaptation strategies through an open and transparent
process. The CCWG would be augmented to include additional members to broaden the
group's technical background and community perspective. Potential new members
would be vetted through the Resource Conservation Commission and the City Council's
[CLEI representatives. CCWG would be supported by the Conservation &
Environmental Services Department staff and a group of Ex Officio members providing
technical and public policy expertise. In addition to their publicly-noticed meetings, the
CCWG would host at least 2 public workshops on climate adaptation plarrning to solicit
additional community feedback. The CCWG would return to City Council by November
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2010 with their recommendations for a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for formal
review and consideration. In addition to developing a climate adaptation plan, the City of
Chula Vista would commit to participating in annual conferences and host a conference
in November 20 II as a signatory to the "Seville Declaration." Each signatory would also
lead an international panel to develop sample adaptation strategies for a particular topic
area. The City of Chula Vista has been asked to lead efforts related to climate change
impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity (especially wetlands).
DECISION MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has determined that the recommendations requmng Council action are not site-
specific and consequently the 500-foot rule found in California Code of Regulations
section I 8704.2(a)(1) is not applicable to this decision.
CURRENT YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
Current partial implementation of the seven climate protection measures is being funded
through existing departmental budgets and external funds, thus not creating a new impact
to the General Fund. Development of a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy and
participation in annual conferences under the "Seville Declaration" over the next 2 years
are estimated to cost $14,500. Staff would rely on external funding sources (such as
grants and donations) to cover these costs, thus there would also be no new General Fund
impact. Staff time associated with administering the reconvened Climate Change
Working Group would be supported through the Department of Conservation &
Environmental Services' existing annual budget.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
Full, long-term implementation of the climate protection measures is estimated at
$1,990,000 annually. Per City Council's direction, the climate measures' level of
implementation is based on available funding. Implementation of any recommended
adaptation strategies developed through the Climate Change Working Group may also
require additional funding resources. Therefore, staff is working to finalize Energy
Franchise Fees (paid by SDG&E) and Local Fee Authority (surcharge on energy, water,
sewage, solid waste, or other GHG-related utility bill) to provide new revenue sources to
fully cover the associated implementation costs. In addition, some climate protection
measures will actually help create General Fund savings in the long-term through
increased energy and water efficiency at municipal facilities and reduced fuel
consumption by fleet vehicles.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A - 2008 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory
Attachment B - Roadmap for Climate Change Adaptation Strategy Development
Attachment C - Declaration of Intent for International Cooperation on Climate
Adaptation Planning
Prepared by Brendan Reed, Environmental Resource A/anager, Conservation & Environmental Services
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CllY OF
(HULA VISTA
2008 GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS INVENTORY
Brendan Reed
Michael Meacham
Cory Downs
I ATTACHMENT A
SUMMARY
As part of Chula Vista's climate protection program and its commitment to reduce greenhouse
gas (GHG) or "carbon" emissions 20% below 1990 levels, the Department of Conservation &
Environmental Services performs emissions inventories to identify GHG sources and to help
guide policy decisions. The 2008 GHG Emissions Inventory is the City's second formal
evaluation of its progress in reaching its emissions goals. The 2008 inventory utilizes the new
Local Government Operations Protocol which was developed jointiy by ICLEI, the California
Climate Action Registry, and the California Air Resource Board. With .the new protocol, this
report builds upon past inventory efforts (1990 and 2005) by incorporating newly-available
emission coefficients to more accurately assess emission levels in all three inventory years
and to more confidently determine emission trends over time. The 2008 inventory indicates
that Chula Vista's annual citywide GHG levels have increased with expansion of its housing
stock and population. Compared to 1990, Chula Vista's city,vide GHG emissions have
increased by 29%, however per capita and per housing unit levels are approximately 25% and
17% below 1990 levels, respectively. GHG emissions from municipal sources (i.e.
operations, facilities, and vehicle fleet) in 2008 are approximately 43% below 1990 levels. It
should be noted that a large reason for the stabilization of community-wide emissions and the
decrease of municipal operation emissions (compared to results previously reported in the
2005 GHG Emissions Inventory) is due to the new emission coefficients. For example,
transportation levels and energy use in the community have generally increased in every
inventory year since 1990.
To reach the community emissions reduction commitment outlined in the CO2 Reduction
Plan, the City must decrease annual emissions by at least 352,997 metric tons of carbon
equivalent.
INTRODUCTION
Chula Vista has historically been a regional and national leader in climate protection policies
and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas or "carbon" emissions. The City has
participated in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, ICLEI Cities
for Climate Protection Campaign, and the Conference of Mayor's Climate Protection
Agreement. In addition, Chula Vista recently joined the California Climate Action Registry
which is the State's premier voluntary greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting system designed to
archive participants' early actions to reduce GHG emissions and prepare them for future
carbon trading opportunities. Through this past involvement, the City has committed itself to
reducing its greenhouse gas emissions 20% below 1990 levels by 2010 based on a widely-
adopted international target. It should be noted that the international community has since
revised the reduction target date to 2012.
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The City of Chula Vista's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory for calendar year 2008 was
compiled and calculated using the Local Government Operations Protocol (LGOP) and
ICLEI's Clean Air & Climate Protection 2009 software (Version 2.1). The LGOP was
designed by ICLEI, the California Climate Action Registry, and the California Air Resources
Board to allow local governments to better estimate their annual greenhouse gas emissions
from municipal-operated sources. The software also calculates the emissions from major
community sources in order to help further shape local climate change policy and goals. The
LGOP incorporates newly-available emission coefficients which are specific to California
and/or the City's energy provider, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), to provide more
accurate emissions quantifications. As a result, staff has recalculated emission levels for 1990
and 2005 inventories with these new coefficients to ensure an "apples to apples" comparison
and to more confidently determine emission trends over time.
As stated above, the 2008 GHG Emissions Inventory separates emiSSIOns into two major
analyses, community and municipal. The community analysis represents the quantity of GHG
emissions produced throughout the entire City from both public and private sectors. The
municipal analysis only represents emissions from City facilities and operations. In both
analyses, the protocol evaluates emissions from three main parameters - energy consumption,
transportation, and waste. It is important to clari fy that these data parameters are based solely
on end use or net results. For example, the City's emissions from electricity are calculated
based on the total kilowatts used, not the kilowatts saved in City-sponsored efficiency
programs or the emissions output of the South Bay Power Plant. Although there are six
GHGs outlined in the Kyoto Protocol - carbon dioxide (C02), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide
(N20), hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs), perf1uorocarbons (PFCs), and sulfur hexafluoride (SF")-
tbe inventory calculates emissions based on CO2 Equivalent or C02e which allows emissions
of different strengths to be added together. For example, one metric ton of methane emissions
is equivalent to 21 metric tons (MT) of carbon dioxide (or C02e) in global warming potential.
In addition to outlining its 2008 inventory results in this report, the City has formally
submitted its municipal inventory to the California Climate Action Registry (CCAR) for
public review and vetting. The CCAR process, which was initially created by the State of
California, is a more robust greenhouse gas accounting procedure requiring third-party
verification. Participation in CCAR complements the City's other climate protection efforts
by documenting GHG emissions as it relates to Assembly Bill 32's (California Global
Warming Solutions Act of 2006) statewide reduction targets and prepares the Citv for
potential carbon trading opportunities in the future. The City of Chula Vista is the first local
government in San Diego County to successfully report its GHG emissions through the
California Climate Action Registry. In future years, the City will transition reporting to The
Climate Registry which is CCAR's North American counterpart. It should be noted that the
total municipal emissions reported in this inventory differ from the total emissions in the
City's 2008 California Climate Action Registry emissions report due to CCAR's slightly
different carbon accounting methodology.
RESULTS
With technical assistance from ICLEI, City staff collected "activity data" from a number of
municipal and external sources, including CalTrans, SDG&E, California Integrated Waste
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Management Board (CIWMB), the Chula Vista Recreation Department, and the Public Works
Department (Table 1). In most cases, these data sources were able to provide aggregated
empirical data for calendar year 2008. However, it was necessary to use 2007 data for
community transportation levels from CalTrans' Highway Performance Monitoring Systems
due to the unavailability of 2008 data. Staff also updated the 2005 inventory to base that
year's transportation values on the more accurate Highway Performance Monitoring Systems
values.
Default emission coefficients and related assumptions were generally used for transportation
and waste analyses. For energy analyses, staff included Utility-specific electricity coefficients
for CO2 emissions. If these coefficients were not available for a particular inventory year (or
prior year), the California Grid Average electricity emission coefficients were used. All
inventories used the California Grid Average electricity coefficients for C~ and N20
emissions for the particular year (or most recently available year). This approach is consistent
with the new Local Government Operations Protocol and preferred by the California Air
Resources Board, the California Climate Action Registry, and ICLEI for GRG reporting. As
previously mentioned, these newly-available emission coefficients have resulted in staff
recalculating past inventory years' emission totals and allows for a more accurate comparison
between inventories.
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Community
SDG&E
Energy
Municipal
SDG&E
Community CaiTrans
Transportation
Public
Municipal Works
Dept.
Community CIWMB
Waste
Allied
Municipal Waste
Services
- Metered electricity & natural gas use
- Local power generation plants excluded
from Industrial Sector's natural gas totals in
order to avoid double counting emissions
- SDG&E-specific electricity emission
coefficients (C02)
- CA average electricity emission coefficients
(CH, & N,O)
- Default natural gas emission coefficients
- Metered electricity & natural gas use
- Fuel shipment invoices
- Energy consumption was categorized by
buildings, outdoor lighting, and wastewater
- Annual VMT data (excluding freeways)
was derived from average daily VMT values
for Chula Vista - Default fuel emission coefficients
- Default occupancy & vehicle classes
(community analysis only)
- Fuel consumption totals include transit and
equipment use
- Solid waste disposal data for Chula Vista
residents and businesses at all California
landfills - Default fugitive methane (CH4) emission
estimates (based on EPA WARM Model)
- Solid waste disposal data includes trash - Methane capture rates at Otay Landfill
hauled by Allied Waste Services and by City
staff
Other
Municipal
Recreation
Dept. - pH canisters' shipment invoices
- Default fugitive carbon dioxide (C02)
emissions coefficients
Table 1: Data sources and emission factors used for community and municipal emissions analyses.
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Communily [nvenIOl}'
In 2008, community GHG emissions from Chula Vista totaled 934,630 MT C02e (Table 2,
Figure I). The sector with the greatest amount of emissions (approximately 44%) was
transportation or mobile sources. The residential sector was the second highest source
producing about 29% of total community emissions from energy use, followed by the
commercial (23%) and industrial (4%) sectors. Because of the high methane recovery rates at
County landfills, the community did not have significant emissions from solid waste disposal.
Chula Vista's 2008 citywide GHG emissions were 29% higher than recalculated 1990 levels
and there were emission increases in nearly all sectors compared to 1990 (Figure I). The
City's residential and commercial sectors' energy emissions increased by approximately 38%
and 198%, respectively. Emissions from transportation activity were 23% greater in 2008
compared to 1990, while the industrial sector emissions had a 69% reduction between the
2008 and 1990 inventory years from 123,128 to 38,781 annual metric tons most likely due to
more accurate energy tracking in recent years (see page 7). Similar to the 1990 inventory,
emissions from Chula Vista solid waste disposal at County landfills were not significant in
2008.
Compared to recalculated 2005 emISSIon levels, 2008 emIssIons from citywide sources
increased 17%. The largest emissions increase between the two inventory years was in
overall energy use, with commercial energy use increasing from 146,245 to 212,432 MT
C02e or 45%. Transportation-based emissions actually decreased slightly (<1 %) since
calendar year 2005.
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Figure 1: Total OHO emissions from community sources (by sector) in 1990,2005,
and 2008. Emissions from the solid waste sector were non-significant (<1 MT CO,e)
and are not graphed. Dashed line represents 2010 reduction commitment.
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COMMUNITY ANALYSIS
% % % %
1990 2005 2008 Change Change 1990 2005 2008 Change Change
(200Svs. (2008 VS. (2005 VS. (2008 vs.
1990 1990 1990 1990
Population 135,136 217,543 231,305 61% .71%"0; Per Capita 5A 3.7 4.0' -32% -25%
Housing Units 49,849 73,115 77,452 47% 55%~'" Per Housing Unit 14.6 10.9 12.1 -25% -17%-
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Land Area (Acres) 18,558 33,024 33,024 78% ,~.7t~o~~?,. Per Acre 39.2 24.2 28.3 -38% :-28~ "
Annual Vehicle Miles 465,300,000 684,600,000 697,900,000 47% .50% Transportation 335,435 412,306 411,446 23% '.23%
Traveled (VMT) <'.,\.
Residential 2,438,280 3,416,724 3,641,904 40% Residential 197,115 207,533 271,971 5% 38%
Energy Commercial 767,716 2,305,220 2,557,321 200% L '233'o/~ ';: Energy Commercial 71,363 146,245 212,432 105% 198%
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(MMBtu)
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Industrial 1,342,551 485,504 388,748 -64% '..71%.'; Industrial 123,128 32,013 38,781 ..74% ,-69%"
Total 4,548,547 6,207,448 6,587,973 36% 45%,;:, Total 391,605. 385,791 523,184 .1% 34%
SoUd Waste (Tons) 179,986 217,881 174,583 21% ..3%;-::' Solid Waste 0 0 0 0% 0%.
Total GHG Emissions 727,041 798,097 934,630 10% 29% .
. All GHG emiSSions are reported in CO2 Equivalent (C02e) which allows emissions of 20% GHG Reduction
ditferent strengths to be added together. For example, one metric Ion of methane Goal
emissions is equivalent 1021 metric tons of carbon dioxide (or C02e) In global warming Reductions Needed To .,.
potential. Reach Goal
Table 2: Summary of commuuity GHG inventory metrics and emission levels for 1990. 2005. and 2008.
Although there was an increase in
total community emissions from
1990 to 2008, the amount of GHG
emissions per person, per household
and per acre decreased (Figure 2).
The per capita emissions rate was
lowered 25% from 5.4 to 4.0 metric
tons C02e annually. Per household
emissions were reduced from 14.6 to
12.1 metric tons (17%), while
emISSIOns per acre decreased 28%
from 39.2 to 28.3 metric tons.
Nonetheless, in order to achieve the
City's 2010 GHG reduction target,
annual community emissions would
be required to be reduced by at least
an additional 352,997 metric tons
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Figure 2: Per capita, household, acre, and City employee
contributions to GHG emissions in 1990, 2005, and 2008.
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AIun;c;pal Inventory
Chula Vista's 2008 municipal GHG emissions were 16,817 metric tons C02e Crable 3, Figure
3). Similar to the community analysis, the majority of municipal emissions were from
transportation sources representing 46% of total emissions. Energy use for building and
outdoor lighting generated 34% and 19% of total emissions, respectively. Emissions from
sewage and solid waste operations were not significant in the 2008 municipal analysis
. GHG EMISSIONS INVENTORY
Municipal Sources
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Figure 3: Total GHG emissions from municipal sources (by sector) in 1990,2005,
and 2008. Emissions from the solid waste sector were non-significant (<I MT C02e)
and are not graphed. Dashed line represents 20 I 0 reduction commitment.
When compared to recalculated 1990 levels, GHG emissions from municipal operations
decreased by 12,807 metric tons C02e or 43% and emission levels per City employee
(permanent, full-time) decreased 50% (Figure 2, Table 3). These reductions were mainly
caused by lower energy consumption in the external lighting sector (Figure 3). Emissions
from external lighting energy use (includes street lights and traffic signals) decreased 84%
from 20,260 to 3,276 metric tons due to an energy-efficient retrofit program in the mid-1990s.
Sewage sector emissions also decreased by 95% resulting in only 51 MT C02e being
produced in 2008. However, this reduction is most likely due to differences in how pump
station energy meters were segregated out of the dataset. The municipal building sector
increased its emissions 55% to 5,794 metric tons as new buildings and facilities have been
constructed and renovated. The municipal Reet sector which includes Chula Vista Transit
increased its emissions to 7,696 MT or 65% higher than 1990. Similar to the 1990 inventory,
emissions from municipal solid waste disposal at County landfills were not significant in
2008.
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MUNICIPAL ANALYSIS
% % % %
1990 2005 2008 Change Change 1990 2005 2008 Change Change
(2005 V5. (2008 VS. {200S VS. (2008vs.
1990) 1990) 1990) 1990)
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Employees 866 1,198 989 38% 14% Per Employee 34.2 13.3 17.0 -61% ;'-50%
Vehicle Fleet Fuel Use .: -", '.
(Gallons or Equivalent) 478,344 1,102,823 923,364 131% 93% Vehicle Fleet 4,655 9,281 7,696 99% 6!5%
Buildings 35,527 70,790 65,439 99% 84% :, Buildings 3,728 4,576 5,794 23% 55%
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External ;; External
147,100 27,780 30,422 -81% ~-79% 20,260 2,032 3,276 -90% -84 o~"< ~~
Lights Lights
Energy Use Energy Use
(MMBtu)
Sewage 7,122 257 480 -96% .9~% Sewage 981 19 51 -98% -95% .
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Total 189,749 98,827 96,341 -48% -49%" Total 24,969 6,627 9,121 -73% -63%'
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Solid Waste (Tons) 5,400 6,603 7,331 22% 36%'. Solid Waste 0 0 0 0%
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Total GHG Emissions 29,624 15,908 16,817 -46% :'-43%
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. All GHG emissions are reponed in CO2 Equivalent (C02e) which allows emissions of 20% GHG Reduction
different strengths to be added together. For example, one metric ton of methane Goal
emissions is equivalent to 2; metric tons of carbon dioxide (or C02e) In global Reductions Needed To
warming potential Reach Goal
Table 3: Summary of municipal GHG inventory metrics and emission levels for 1990. 2005. and 2008.
Compared to the recalculated 2005 inventory, the largest increases in 2008 were from the
external lighting and building sectors which increased by 1,244 and 1,218 MT COle,
respectively. Sewage-related GHG emissions increased slightly by 32 MT C02e, while the
vehicle fleet sector decreased emissions by 1,585 metric tons or 17% between 2005 and 2008.
DISCUSSION
As demonstrated in this report, Chula Vista's annual community GHG emissions continue to
increase as its building stock and population expand. From 1990 to 2008, the total energy use
and annual vehicles miles traveled (VMT), which are the major drivers for local GHG
emissions in the community, increased in every inventory year (Figure 4). Since 2005 alone,
4,337 new residential units were constructed and numerous business developments including
the Eastlake Design Center and the Otay Ranch Town Center were completed. The only
community sector to reduce emissions between 1990 and 2008 was the industrial energy use
sector. However, because commercial and industrial energy use could not be segregated in
the 1990 inventory, their individual emission contributions had to be estimated. Therefore,
reductions in industrial sector emissions are most likely due to more accurate energy
consumption tracking in 2005 and 2008. If commercial and industrial emission levels are
combined in each inventory year, there was an overall 29% increase in emissions from the
combined sectors between 1990 and 2008.
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'fhe increases in VMT and total
energy use since 1990 have been
partially offset by lower or "cleaner"
emission coefficients. For example,
carbon emissions per VMT decreased
in recent years due to improved
overall fuel efficiencies in most major
vehicle classes. Likewise, grid
electricity being delivered by San
Diego Gas & Electricity over the last
5 years has been derived more from
natural gas-fired power plants (and
less from coal-fried plants) resulting
in lower GHG emission coefficients
(Figure 5). For example, carbon
emissions from every kilowatt hour
(k\Vh) of electricity consumed was
22% lower in 2008 compared to
1990. .Without these "cleaner" emission coet1icients, citywide G HG emissions would have
increased by at least 51 % between 1990 and 2008.
COMMUNITY METRICS
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Newly-available electricitv emission coefficients were also used to recalculate 1990 and 2005
inventories resulting in updated emission estimates compared to values previously reported in
the 2005 GHG Emissions Inventory (Figure 5). The more accurate coefficients have
recalibrated the City's previous inventory years and demonstrated that 1990 baseline
emIssIons were previously underestimated, while 2005 emissions were previously
overestimated.
Within the municipal inventory, fuel use
and building energy use increased
between 1990 and 2008. However, fuel
use and building energy use have shown
slight reductions since 2005 although
over 150,000 square feet of facilities
have been constructed or renovated
including 2 Civic Center buildings, 3
recreation centers, 3 fire stations, and
numerous park sites. The City's
investment in more energy eftlcient
traffic signals in the mid-1990s
continues to produce dramatic reductions
in overall municipal energy consumption
and annual GHG emissions.
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emission coefficients from delivered grid electricity in
1990,2005, and 2008. Past inventories were recalculated
using the newly-available, region-specific coefficients,
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coefficients and overall."c1eaner" coefficients, Chula Vista must continue its work to lower
emission sources, specifically VMT and energy consumption, to meet its emission reduction
commitment and offset its anticipated future growth. When the City is "built out" in 2030,
there will be an additional 27,000 homes and 85,000 residents within its jurisdiction. Because
the majority of these new buildings will be built on currently undeveloped sites, these new
structures and residents will create additional sources of GHG emissions regardless of their
energy efficiency, walkability, or integrated access to public transit. If 2008 per capita
emission levels represent "business as usual," GHG emission levels could reach 1.2 million
MT COle (or 74% over 1990 levels) when the City has been fully developed. While future
state and federal climate actions such as increasing grid-delivered renewable energy,
improving minimum vehicle fuel efficiency, and lowering fuel carbon content will continue to
benefit the City's climate protection efforts, they will not completely offset future growth or
automatically enable Chula Vista to accomplish its carbon reduction commitment.
Over the last few years, Chula Vista has continued its nationally-recognized leadership in
climate action planning by developing a new suite of programs and policies designed to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These seven. new climate measures were initially
developed and recommended by the City's Climate Change Working Group (CCWG) -
comprised of residents, businesses, and community-group representatives - and were formally
adopted by the City Council on April 1, 2008. The new measures focus on lowering energy
and water consumption, installing renewable energy systems, promoting alternative fuel
vehicle use and designing pedestrian and transit-friendly communities. More-detailed
implementation plans for the seven measures were subsequently developed by City staff,
vetted through over 25 public forums and meetings, and approved by City Council on July 10,
2008. The seven new measures plus the City's original Carbon Dioxide Reduction Plan
constitute Chula Vista's comprehensive Climate Action Plan.
City staff has begun partial implementation (based on available funding) of the seven
measures over the last 12 months to facilitate reductions in GHG emission levels. At a
municipal operations level, nearly 30 energy efficiency improvement projects have been
completed at City buildings generating over I million kWh in annual energy savings and
$160,000 in annual cost savings. In addition, a new 2,500 square foot solar hot water system
and two high-efficiency boilers were installed at the Loma Verde Aquatic Center resulting in
50,000 therms in annual energy savings. Since 2005, two Civic Center buildings were
redesigned and renovated to replace existing structures with more energy efficient buildings
which exceed State energy code standards (Title 24) and incorporate a 30 kW solar
photo voltaic system. To maximize the efficient operations of the City's facilities, eight staff
members have recently completed a comprehensive "Building Operator Certification" course.
Finally, the Chula Vista vehicle fleet has been augmented with new Compressed Natural Gas
(CNG) buses (5) and a hybrid vehicle to replace vehicles with higher carbon emissions.
These efforts will help Chula Vista maintain its current 43% GHG reductions (compared to
1990) from municipal operations and assist with further lowering citywide emission levels to
meet the 20% commitment.
At the community level, the City has implemented a variety of programs to reduce GHG
emissions since 2005. Conservation & Environmental Services Department staff, in
partnership with SDG&E, has launched a free energy assessment program to help local
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businesses decrease energy consumption and monthly utility costs. To date, over 2,000
businesses have participated in the program and have received over 49,000 energy-saving
CFLs in exchange for their incandescent light bulbs. In addition, almost 500 restaurants and
food service facilities have received more efficient pre-rinse spray valves for free through the
program. The annual savings from the CFL and pre-rinse spray valve exchange program are
estimated at 4 million k\Vh, 135,000 therms, and $800,000. Likewise, the Development
Services Department has moditled their plan check review and .inspection services to place_
additional emphasis in incorporating energy eftlciency and renewable energy opportunities
into new construction and major renovation projects. The City Council also recently
approved a new ordinance requiring all new residential units to be pre-wired for solar
photo voltaic systems allowing more cost-effective installations later by homeowners and
property managers.
NEXT STEPS
Long-term and full implementation of the seven climate protection measures will greatly
contribute to meeting the City's .carbon reduction goals. For mlmicipal operations, future
installation of a biodiesel fuel tank and ongoing replacement of fleet vehicles (upon
retirement) with high efficiency and alternative fuel models will decrease emissions from
mobile sources. Installation of large-scale solar photovoltaic systems and energy eftlciency
improvements at City-operated facilities will further reduce emissions from stationary
sources. One of the greatest opportunities for energy savings is the retrofit of the City's
approximately 9,000 street lights which constitute about 36% of municipal electricity use and
17% of municipal GHG emissions.
On a community level, implementation of two key programs - a mandatory Green Building
Standard requiring enhanced energy eftlciency levels and a home energy eftlciency and solar
conversion program (known as the Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade program) - are
imperative to meeting Chula Vista's commitment of reducing citywide emissions 20% below
1990 levels. The Green Building Standard will help to minimize future emission increases
from new greenfield development and maximize efficiency of redevelopment projects,
Complementary to the Green Building Standard, the Home Upgrade, Carbon Downgrade
program will immediately and drastically reduce the emissions associated with existing
building stock's energy use, water consumption, and wastewater generation. These two
programs will be further supplemented by climate measures focused on designing more
mixed-use, walkable development around the City's trolley stations and strict new outdoor
water use gUIdelines.
The climate protection measures' success will be largely dependent on securing a long-term
funding source for their implementation. Although the City has been able to secure various
one-time funding sources to support initial implementation, it will be difficult to sustain the
measures without consistent fmancing. Per City Council's direction, staff is actively pursuing
two possible funding options - Energy Franchise Fees and Local Fee Authority. Staff will be
returning to City Council in January with a proposal to increase the City's Energy Franchise
Fees, which is paid by San Diego Gas & Electric and based on total energy deliveries within
Chula Vista, to support long-term implementation. Because energy consumption is a major
contributor to community GHG emissions, there is a clear nexus between the fee and local
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carbon reduction efforts. The other option, Local Fee Authority, would require State
legislation and would allow the City to collect a carbon-based surcharge on energy, water,
sewage, solid waste, or similar GHG-related services. Staff is working with representatives
from State offices to establish the necessary Local Fee Authority legislation. It is staffs top
priority to finalize these funding mechanisms over the next 6 months to support full
implementation of the City's carbon reduction or "mitigation" measures.
A new initiative for Chula Vista's climate protection program being proposed by the City
Council's ICLEI representatives, Councilmember Bensoussan and Councilmember Ramirez,
is its Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. Climate adaptation is the ability of built, natural,
a,"1.d human systems to accommodate changes in climate with minimal potential damage or
cost. Despite all current efforts both locally and globally to mitigate or reduce emissions,
some level of climate change will still occur and have noticeable impacts on the San Diego
region. In order to manage these likely impacts from climate change and to build on its past
leadership, the City of Chula Vista will develop strategies to "adapt" the community to the
projected changes avoiiling the associated costs of impacts. These strategies will-be
fonnalized in a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy which will be developed under a
framework based on the City's experience with greenhouse gas emissions mitigation planning
and guidance from ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability. This planning will also
coincide with the City's participation in the International Conference on Climate Adaptation
held in Seville, Spain in May 2009 and the resulting adaptation planning priorities (known as
the "Seville Declaration") agreed upon by various California and Spanish government
entities. After developing the draft adaptation strategies with the assistance of community
stakeholders, the reconvened Climate Change Working Group, and the Resource
Conservation Commission, staff expects to return to City Council for fonnal review and
consideration by October 2010. Staff also anticipates providing interim progress updates to
City Council between January and October 2010.
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ATTACHMENT B
CITY OF
CHULA VISTA
CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION STRATEGY
Roadmap for Deve!opment (DRAFT)
Background
The City of Chula Vista has long understood the threats of climate change to its community and
has established itself as a leader amongst municipalities in planning to reduce or "mitigate"
Cil:y\vide greenhouse gas emissions. However, despite efforts both locally and globally to
mitigate emissions, some level of climate change will still occur and have noticeable impacts on
the San Diego region. In order to manage these likely impacts from climate change and to build
on its past leadership, the City ofChula Vista will assess the community's vulnerabilities to these
climate impacts and develop strategies to "adapt" the community to the projected changes.
These strategies will be formalized in. a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy and will be
developed under a framework based on the City's experience with greenhouse gas emissions
mitigation planning and guidance from ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability. This
planning will also coincide with the City's participation in the International Conference on
Climate Adaptation held in Seville, Spain in May 2009 and the resulting adaptation planning
priorities (known as the "Seville Declaration") agreed upon by various California and Spanish
government entities.
Expected Outcomes of Climate Adaptation Planning
The City of Chula Vista will begin a climate adaptation planning process to achieve the
following:
(a) Through a community-based process, develop a local Climate Change Adaptation
Strategy. which would be incorporated into the City's current Climate Action Plan, for
City Council review and consideration by the end of 20 I 0 which addresses the following
sectors projected to be adversely affected by climate change:
\\1 ater Management
Energy Management
Infrastructure & Resources
Public Health
Wildfires
Ecosystems & Biodiversity
Business & Economy
(b) Continue its collaboration with other Seville Declaration partlclpants by leading an
international panel focused on adaptation planning for nature conservation and
biodiversity preservation which will complement additional panels being chaired by other
signatory governments.
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(c) In addition to participating in annual conferences with Seville Declaration signatories, .the
City will host an international conference in November 2011 to coordinate and optimize
development of individual government adaptation strategies.
Community-Based Planning Process
To develop a local Climate Change Adaptation Strategy which would be incorporated into the
City's current Climate Action Plan, the City will utilize a community-based process which was
successful in the past creating the City's original Carbon Dioxide (C02) Reduction Plan and
more recent seven climate protection measures. Therefore, staff proposes using the City's
Climate Change Working Group (CCWG) which is comprised of Chula Vista residents,
businesses, and community group representatives to assist in developing climate adaptation
strategies suitable for Chula Vista. Specifically, the group will be tasked with assessing and
selecting a list of recommended adaptation polices and programs. These recommendations will
be presented to the City Council for formal review and consideration. Based upon City
Council's direction, these recommendations would be further developed into more
comprehensive plans by staff, if necessary.
Because of the broad scope of potential adaptation strategies and to ensure equitable and diverse
viewpoints, staff proposes augmenting the current Climate Change Working Group with the
following sector representatives:
FOClls Area Possible Renresentativds)
Water Management Local water district official
Energy Management Energy industry professional
Renewable energy consultant
Electrical workers association
Infrastructure & Resources Engineering firm
Building industry representative
Coastal resource manager
Port reoresentative
Public Health Public health provider
Senior issues/care-giver
Transportation/Land-use professional
Wildfires Emergency service provider
Fire-services
Property-owner along wildland/urban interface
Ecosystems & Biodiversity Conservation professional
Nature Center staff
Local environmental group
I Business & Economy Small & Large Businesses
Southwestern College representative
Potential new members would be vetted through the Resource Conservation Commission and the
City Council's rCLEr representatives. The Climate Change Working Group will be supported by
Ex Officio members who may include representatives from rCLEL San Diego Gas & Electric,
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California Center for Sustainable Energy, Public Safety Departments, Public Works Department,
and Development Services Department. The San Diego Foundation will also playa key role on
the Ex Officio team due to its current regional work related to climate change impacts. Their
"Focus 2050" study compiled and analyzed predicted climate changes to the San Diego region
with the assistance of local universities and public agencies. Conservation and Environmental
Services Department staff will provide overall administrative support to the Climate Change
Working Group and the climate adaptation planning l:i"rocess. A professional facilitator may also
be used to help organize and conduct the meetings. Throughout the development of these
adaptation strategies, special emphasis will be placed on ensuring an open and transparent
process and providing the public with opportunities for input and feedback. It is anticipated that
the Climate Change Working Group will host several large public forums in addition to their
norrnal publicly-noticed meetings to help the community understand the inherent risks to Chula
Vista from climate change and opportunities to manage the risk. All summary materials will be
provided in both Spanish and English and distributed both on-line and in the community.
Climate Change Working Group members will be required to commit to bi-monthly meetings, to
work in a cooperative way with fellow group members, and be able to dedicate time to prepare
and research (if necessary) for CCWG meetings. All participants will also have to understand
the environmental, social, and economic context of their task. The Climate Change Working
Group will be asked to use certain guiding principles to evaluate and prioritize possible
adaptation options:
I) Seek out the best available science to understand local climate change impacts and their
relative risks;
2) Give priority to policies which can build on existing work rather than policies which
require new sources of funding or staffing;
3) Ensure that the legitimate interests of all City stakeholders are considered in evaluating
options;
4) Develop policies flexible enough for future incorporation of new science or improved
modeling, but defined well enough for staff to implement;
5) Ensure that adaptation strategies complement climate protection measures already in
place in Chula Vista;
6) Consider strategies to adapt to both short- and long-terrn impacts trom climate change,
but only in areas where the group decides there is enough evidence to support the work;
7) Prioritize strategies in accordance with the degree of risk that different climate impacts
pose to Chula Vista, its residents, and businesses:
8) Recommend adaptation strategies which address the most immediate risk in the most
tinancially feasible way (i.e. require the least General Fund support);
9) The strategies chosen should not cause a significant adverse economic and/or
envirornnental impact to the community
10) Reach consensus on a preferred list of final recommended adaptation strategies which
best meets all City stakeholders' needs
International Panel on Climate Adaptation & Nature Conservation
As part of the Seville Declaration's implementation, the City will lead an international panel
tasked with addressing potential climate change impacts to ecosystems (especially wetlands) and
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formulating local adaptation options to minimize the associated risk. The panel will be one of
six committees which are being chaired by various Seville Declaration signatories. The panel
will be designed so that other Seville Declaration governments can benefit from the resulting
resources and recommendations. The process will likely involve few actual meetings, but rather
depend on digital sharing of information and ideas due to participants' wide geographic
dispersion. However, the panel may include sponsorship of a local symposium on the latest
scientific research related to the topic. Further design of the panel and its process will occur
during the next meeting of Seville Declaration governments in November 2009. At this meeting,
the declaration of cooperation between the Andalusian and Californian governments will be
finalized and formally signed.
Chula Vista Conference on Climate Adaptation Strategies
The culmination of the City's climate adaptation planning efforts will be the hosting of an
international conference in Chula Vista in November 2011. Conferenceinvitees will include the
Seville Declaration signatories and other public agencies and stakeholder groups which are
active in pursuing climate adaptation frameworks. The conference will also offer the City an
opportunity to showcase its Climate Change Adaptation Strategy and the "lessons learned"
during its development and initial implementation.
Climate Adaptation Planning Milestones
The following table provides a breakdown of the proposed process and timeline for completing
an adaptation plan:
I TASK TIME LINE I
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I Milestone #1 - Initiate Climate Ad'!I'tation Efforts ~
I'-A. -II'-c;;~cil approval to de~elop a Climate Change Adaptation September 2009 I
Strate in concert with other Seville Declaration signatories I
B. I Expand Climate Change Working Group (CCWG) to include j October - November 200.91'
broader representation & technical expertise
rC-.I Attend conference in. Andalusia,-- Spain to finalizeTNo~embe-;:--i009 --------
I I participation in the Seville Declaration I .
. Milestone #2 - Develop Initial Climate AdaPtation~1 I
i-~~eol~~~ii~oa~~~oximatelY g-pubUcly-ilOticed CCWG meetings November 2009 - ----1
I ! and 2 public forums to review and prioritize adaptation September 2010 II
~PtlOns I
B. I Lead an international panel to develop recommendations on January - October 2010 I
,minimizing climate risks to nature conservation and
, biodiversity reservation I
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i Milestone #3~ Finalize Climate Adaptation Strategies
i A. i Present CCWG recommendations to City Council
I I ICLEI/Climate Change Subconunittee & full City' Council for
1 I review and consideration
! B. ! Integrate Council-approved CCWG recommendations into a
i ! comprehensive Clirnale Change Adaptation Stralegy
I c. I Present Climale Change Adaplation Stralegy to City Council
I I. I ~~C,LEIIClimate Change Subcommittee & full City Council for
~lew and consideratIOn
I Milestone #4 - Implement Climate Adaptation Strategies
! A. Begin implementation of Council-approved Climate Change
i i Adaptation Stratez;y and track performance
I B. I Host an international climate adaptation planning conference
I i in Chula. Vista to exchange information with Seville
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Budget Summary
The proposed climate adaptation planning process is designed to mlmmlze costs. Staff will
initially rely on external funding sources (such as grants and donations) to finance the planning
process. Implementation of a Council-approved Climate Change Adaptation Strategy would
require more long-term, consistent funding sources such as Energy Franchise Fees or Local Fee
Authority which are currently being pursued through the 7 climate protection measures'
implementation. The proposed budget is presented below:
BUDGET ITEM ESTIMATED COST
Administer CCWG meetings
- Meeting supplies & printing $1,000
- Trained Facilitator for 8 - 10 meetings
Organize 2 public forums on CCWG efforts
- Printing of information packets $500
- Public forum promotion
Attend two Seville Declaration conferences
- Conference registration $3,000
- Airfare, lodging & meals
Host adaptation conference in Chula Vista as part of Seville
Declaration process $10,000
- Meeting supplies & printing
- Conference space fees
- Conference promotion
TOTAL :'\14,500
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ATTACHMENT C
DECLARATION OF INTENT
Alter three days of meetings and conversations within the framework of the International
Conference on Adaptation to Climate Change, held in Seville, Spain in May 2009, the undersigned,
aware ot the territoriai similarities between the regions and cities of Andalucia and California,
relating to potential future impacts of climate change, determined that it would be of interest to all
parties to ensure an ongoing exchange of experiences and Information on the complex issue of
adaptation to climate change.
For this reason we have determined and will convey to our respective administrations the following:
. We wish to undertake the necessary administrative steps in our institutions, I.e. the Junta de
Andalucia, Government of California and cities of Chula Vista, Jerez de [a Frontera, SanDiego
and Seville, to formalize a cooperation commitment lJased on the following lines ofactian:
. To coordinate and optimize the work to be defined hereinafter, the unders',gned recommend
the creation of a high level working group which will meet once a year to take stock of progress
on work underway, as well as to define new areas of cooperation. This working group wi[1 be
chaired by the Government of California and the Junta de Andalucia. The first of these
meetings will take place in November 2009 in Andalucia, at which time a definitive version of
the Declaration of Seville will be finalized. A draft of this Declaration is attached asan annex to
this document.
. That possible initial areas of cooperation includes the following:
The organization of an international conference on desalinization, analyzing the results and
difficulties encountered in existing plants in Spain (November 2009)
The organization of a meeting of experts to discuss issues relating to high speed rail
transportation, with a special emphasis on the Madrid-Sevilie line.
The organization of a meeting in cooperation with the wine producing associations of
California and Andalucia to discuss the challenges of climate change in their sector
The organization of technical meetings between the cities in relation to the incorporation of
electric vehicles in city centers. Special emphasis on the case of Seville and San Diego,
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The organization of technical meetings between the cities on the use of city owned and
leased bicycles for public use. Speciai emphasis on the case of Jerez de la Frontera, Chula
Vista and San Diego.
The organization of a technical visit to Andalucia to analyze different irrigation systems, with
a special emphasis on water saving schemes and optimization of water resources
The organization of a technical meeting to be held In Chula Vista, with a view to explore
and analyze the possibilities of creating interconnected natural resource conservation and
open space corridors between specific protected areas.
The creation of a working group to facilitate and research the most operational tools and
methodologies available to assess environmental and socioeconomic climate change
impacts and vulnerabilities, as weil as.the'cost effectiveness of adaptation"measures to be
considered.
The organization of a technical meeting, to be held in California, on assessment of threats
to wetlands in both territories.
The creation of a working group that will facilitate an information exchange on citizen
participation in decision making in the area of adaptation to climate change.
The creation of and educational exchange of curricuium for elementary and middle schools.
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Kevin Hunting 1
Government of califo~~a
Pamela Bensoussan
Chula Vista City Council
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Jacques Chirazi
City of San Diego
Cristina Vega
Ayuntamiento de Sevilla
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DRAFT - THE SEVILLE DECLARATION
International conference on adaptation to climate change
Seville, May 19 & 20, 2009
THE SIGNATORiES, in representation of the Andalusian Regional Government, the State of
California, and the City Councils of Chula Vista, Jerez de ia Frontera, San Diego and Seville,
declare that:
We are in agreement with the scientific tests and studies on global warming and recognize that
giobal climate change is iargely due to the increase in human-induced greenhouse gas
emissions.
.We believe that climate change is one of the greatesHhreats to society, the-economy, health,
and the environment that regional and local agencies are facing all over the world.
We accept that, in order to be able to mitigate the negative effects of climate change, it is
necessary to carry out actions in a coordinated manner, not only at an international and national
ievel, but also and predominantly at a regional and local level, since measures at a territorial
level can play a vital roie in the planning and implementation of sustainabie development
policies, and in particular of climate change adaptation measures.
We recognize that the level of economic development varies from region to region and that,
consequently, any action undertaken in the fight against climate change needs to take into
account the obvious differences there are between regions.
We confirm the need to jointly develop appropriate measures in order to combat climate
change, not only now but also in the future, in accordance with the provisions of the United
Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
In order to meet these principles we need to work together and with our respective governments
so as to undertake the following:
To work together to develop the necessary climate change adaptation tools and methods and
thereby ensure thai our regions and municipalities become leaders in this discipline.
To research, develop, and implement climate change adaptation programmes that will promote
economic development, enhance the competitiveness of regions and municipalities, and
improve quality of life in general, by creating working groups in which the signatories are
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represented, with a view to exploring in greater depth the specific adaptation strategies called
for by the various economic sectors.
To promote renewable energies and their implementation in our territories, encouraging and
enabling research into new technologies while developing existing ones.
To strengthen cooperation among other regional and local authorities and agencies in order to
promote best practices in the fight against climate change.
To work closely with citizens in order to promote awareness of climate change adaptation
policies and make citizens stakeholders in the implementation of those policies aimed at
managing the environmental, economic and social adverse impacts of climate change.
To consolidate and build on this experience by holding joint climate change adaptation
conferences at least once every two years, in which the signatories will lake stock of the
progress made and share their own experiences and knowiedge of new tools and new
technologies.
We hereby sign this declaration and undertake to work towards the development,
establishment, and implementation of climate change adaptation policies in our respective
territories.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2009-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA
VISTA (1) ACCEPTING THE 2008 GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
INVENTORY REPORT, (2) DIRECTING THE CITY'S CLIMATE
CHANGE WORKING GROUP TO DEVELOP A CLIMATE
ADAPTATION STRATEGY FOR FUTURE COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION, AND (3) APPROVING CHULA VISTA'S
ONGOING INVOLVEMENT IN INTERL'\JATIONAL EFFORTS TO
SHARE INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCES REGARDING CLIMATE
ADAPT f-\TION PLANNING AS OUTLINED IN THE CLIMATE
ADAPTATION PLAN'NING ROADMAP
WHEREAS, Chula Vista has historically been a regional and national leader in
climate protection policies and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHO) or
"carbon" emissions. The City has participated in the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change, ICLEI Cities for Climate Protection Campaign, and the
Conference of Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement; and
WHEREAS, to help identify emission sources, assess program progress, and
guide policy decisions, the Department of Conservation & Environmental Service staff
has completed a GHG emissions inventory for Calendar Year 2008; and
WHEREAS, Chula Vista recently joined the California Climate Action Registry,
which is the State's premier voluntary greenhouse gas reporting system. Participation in
the California Climate Action Registry complements the City's other climate protection
efforts by documenting GHG emissions as it relates to Assembly Bill 32's (California
Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006) statewide reduction targets and prepares the City
for potential carbon trading opportunities in the future; and
WHEREAS, the City of Chula Vista is the first local government in San Diego
County to successfully report its GHG emissions through the California Climate Action
Registry; and
WHEREAS, the City has been continuing its carbon reduction efforts over the last
12 months by beginning partial implementation of the seven new Climate Protection
Measures based on available funding; and
WHEREAS, staff has been able to secure one-time funding opportunities to install
more energy efficient and renewable energy technologies at municipal buildings and
replace a variety of fleet and transit vehicles with more efficient models; and
WHEREAS, Conservation & Environmental Services staff has used its San Diego
Gas & Electric (SDO&E) Local Government Partnership to support energy efficient
lighting exchanges and free energy and water assessment services for residents and
businesses. Likewise, the Development Services Department has modified their plan
check reviews and drafted new ordinances to place additional emphasis in incorporating
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energy efficiency and renewable energy opportunities into new constmction and major
renovation projects; and
WHEREAS, City staff has created a roadmap for Chula Vista's development of a
Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. As proposed, the City's Climate Change Working
Group (CCWG), comprised of residents, businesses, and community group
representatives, would review and evaluate various adaptation strategies through an open
and transparent process; and
WHEREAS, the CCWG would be augmented to include additional members to
broaden the group's technical background and community perspective and would be
supported by the Conservation & Environmental Services Department staff and Ex
Officio members providing technical and public policy expertise; and
WHEREAS, in addition to their publicly-noticed meetings, the CCWG would
host at least 2 public workshops on climate adaptation planning to solicit additional
community feedback. The CCWG would return to City Council by November 2010 with
their recommendations for a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for formal review and
consideration; and
WHEREAS, in addition to developing a climate adaptation plan, the City of
Chula Vista would commit to participating in annual conferences and host a conference
in November 2011 with other "Sevilla Declaration" signatories. Each signatory would
also lead an international panel to develop sample adaptation strategies for a particular
topic area.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Chula Vista that it (I) accepts the 2008 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory Report, (2)
directs the City's Climate Change Working Group to develop a Climate Adaptation
Strategy for future council consideration, and (3) approves Chula Vista's ongoing
involvement in international efforts to share information and experiences regarding
climate adaptation planning as outlined in the climate adaptation planning road p.
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Presented by
Michael T. Meacham
Director, Conservation & Env. Services
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