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2026 Climate Action & Adaptation Plan Annual Progress Report (LR26-004)
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FileID
File ID: 2026-00491
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Location
Location: Citywide
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Recommendation
Recommendation: Review and comment.
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Contact
Contact: Laura Tuller, Associate Planner, (916) 808-3546, ltuller@cityofsacramento.org; Victor Randall, Senior Planner, (916) 808-5530, vrandall@cityofsacramento.org; Community Development Department; Rachel Patten, Sustainability Manager, (916) 808-5016, rpatten@cityofsacramento.org, Department of Public Works
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Presenter
Presenter: Laura Tuller, Associate Planner, (916) 808-3546, ltuller@cityofsacramento.org, Community Development Department
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Attachments
Attachments:
1-Description/Analysis
2-Background
3-CAAP Annual Progress Report
4-Presentation
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Description/Analysis
IssueDetail
Issue Detail: The City of Sacramento’s Climate Action & Adaptation Plan (CAAP) was adopted by City Council on February 27, 2024 (Resolution 2024-0067). The CAAP establishes Sacramento’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets for 2030 and 2045, and positions Sacramento to reduce GHG emissions while adapting to projected climate change impacts. The CAAP meets the requirements for a “qualified” GHG reduction plan as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines §15183.5(b) and can therefore act as a tool for streamlining the CEQA process for new development that aligns with the CAAP.
This annual progress report provides an update on implementation of key CAAP initiatives, including efforts to decarbonize Sacramento’s built environment, transportation sector, energy systems, and municipal operations. The report also highlights recent adaptation efforts to improve community resilience to the impacts of climate change. The report highlights recent progress made, identifies challenges, and outlines steps in process to implement CAAP policy.
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PolicyConsiderations
Policy Considerations: The Climate Action & Adaptation Plan (CAAP), adopted on February 27, 2024 (Resolution 2024-0067), directs implementation of priority policies and actions to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. This report summarizes the annual progress to date.
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EconomicImpacts
Economic Impacts: Not applicable.
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EnvironmentalConsiderations
Environmental Considerations: Review and comment on the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan Annual Report is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act as it consists of an organizational activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5). Any actions that could result in a physical change in the environment would be identified as projects and could be subject to CEQA review. This report simply provides the status of implementation of the previously approved Climate Action & Adaptation Plan.
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Sustainability
Sustainability: The Climate Action & Adaptation Plan (CAAP) Annual Progress Report highlights the City's efforts to enhance sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening the community’s resilience to climate change. The report details key achievements and ongoing initiatives aimed at decarbonizing Sacramento’s economy while mitigating climate impacts.
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Commission/Committee Action
Commission/Committee Action: Not applicable.
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RationaleforRecommendation
Rationale for Recommendation: The CAAP, which was adopted by City Council on February 27, 2024, includes a commitment to prepare a report on implementation progress. This report assesses progress, including highlighting recent progress made, identifying challenges, and outlining active implementation steps.
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FinancialConsiderations
Financial Considerations: Not applicable.
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