Climate Initiative

The San Diego region has an enviable lifestyle and economy, and a magnificent natural environment – and much of it is because of our climate. Our climate, however, is changing due to a build-up of greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere. Left unchecked, climate change will have devastating consequences for our region. Through sensible adjustments we can maintain San Diego’s lifestyle and protect our treasured climate for future generations.

The Climate Initiative supports efforts to deepen community awareness about the local impacts of climate change and spur regional action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Over the next few years, The San Diego Foundation will work with government, nonprofits, business, and consumers to advance regional efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for climate change in order to avoid some of its most harmful effects.
We will provide leadership, partnership and support for a wide range of local actions in the following six areas:

1. Increase public awareness and support for local climate action
2. Support research to build a scientific foundation for effective public policy
3. Convene and partner with local governments to address climate change
4. Provide technical assistance to support climate action planning by local cities and public agencies
5. Support nonprofit organizations that will lead in addressing climate change locally
6. Engage donors to contribute to climate action solutions in our region

Relevant research supported by The San Diego Foundation:

• Energy Policy Initiative Center’s San Diego County Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Greenhouse Gas Policy Reports

• The San Diego Foundation’s Regional Focus 2050 Study 

• The San Diego Foundation’s San Diego Climate Change Progress Report

• ICLEI’s Public Financing Sources for Greening Local Governments and Businesses

• Contact Marisa Quiroz at marisa@sdfoundation.org if you would like to receive our daily Environment MediaScan

2008-2009 Climate Initiative

2007-2008 Climate Initiative

2006-2007 Climate Initiative

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