What we're working on today...
City of Plattsburgh Climate Task Force is dedicated to implementing various initiatives to help the City achieve New York State Climate Smart Communities (CSC) and NYS Clean Energy Communities (CEC) goals. These initiatives encompass a wide range of activities, from promoting energy efficiency to advocating for sustainable transportation. Our goal is to create a more resilient and sustainable community for current and future generations.
Certification Actions
Learn more about the Task Force's current focus areas.
Each Pledge Element has a series of actions that can be taken to earn points towards Bronze or Silver Certifications.
Pledge Element 5: Use climate-smart materials management.
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Organics Management Plan: 2 - 16 points
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Strategies to educate residents and/or local businesses on preventing wasted food
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Strategies to support, facility, and/or educate community on food recovery.
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Strategy to establish a drop-off food waste program
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Community Repair: 4 points
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Host or facilitate at least two Community Repair events
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Residential Organic Waste Program: 2 - 22 points
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Establishing a drop-off food waste program
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Pledge Element 8: Support a green innovation economy.
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Green Vendor Fairs: 2 points
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Hosting at least one green vendor fair or environmental fair a year where green vendors are invited to participate and market their goods/services.
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Pledge Element 9: Inform and inspire the public.
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Climate Change Education & Engagement: 4 - 8 points
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Engagement strategy/activities for GHG emissions reduction and climate change adaptation
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Energy Reduction Campaign: 3 points
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Create and support an energy reduction campaign or challenge
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Climate-related Public Events: 3 points
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Host climate-related educational seminars, workshops, conferences, or fairs
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Local Climate Action Website: 3 points
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Maintain a website on local climate protection efforts
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Social Media: 3 points
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Use social media to inform the community about the progress of local government's efforts
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