For the first time in its history, the City of Los Angeles has a “comprehensive and actionable policy roadmap” for creating a more environmentally, economically, and socially equitable and sustainable future. With continued population growth and reduced resources such as water, Los Angeles needs an ambitious and forward-thinking plan for encouraging smart and sustainable growth and development.
The Sustainable City pLAn lays out both short-term and long-term goals in 14 categories related to environment, economy, and equity, including water conservation, clean energy, waste, green jobs, transportation, housing, and neighborhood livability.
Per an executive order signed by Mayor Garcetti after announcing the plan, all city departments will have department-level Chief Sustainability Officers appointed to work with the City’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Matt Petersen, to achieve the plan’s goals. “”Los Angeles grew into one of the world’s great cities because its residents and leaders dreamed, planned and then took action to build the metropolis we enjoy today. Now, it’s our turn to lay a foundation to secure a brighter future for L.A.,” said the Mayor.
If achieved, the plan’s target goals would make LA the national leader in solar and electric vehicle infrastructure, water conservation, and green jobs. It also introduces the city’s first commitment to zero-emissions goods movement at the Port of Los Angeles and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of 80% by 2050.
The success of this initiative rides on the adoption and implementation of the details of the plan not only by City Departments but also by organizations such as Neighborhood Councils and individual Angelenos who are being asked to “Adopt the Plan”. For more information about how to #AdoptThePlan into action, visit lamayor.org/sustainability.
