The plan takes a broad approach to sustainability and focuses on the environment, the economy, and equity. It outlines ambitious goals and strategy, including:
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Making every building in Los Angeles emission-free by 2050
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Building a zero-emission transport network
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Providing 300,000 green jobs by 2035, leading to 400,000 by 2050
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Making sure that good, middle class jobs go to Angelenos from low-income neighborhoods that often bear the brunt of climate change
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Achieving zero waste by 2050
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Providing 100% clean energy, mainly from solar power, wind and hydropower
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Ensuring that all low-income Angelenos live within ½ mile of fresh food by 2035
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Planting and maintaining 90,000 trees citywide by 2021
Ultimately, the plan aims to protect the environment and make the economy work for everyone.
Arup provided the technical basis to the plan update and advised on strategies to reach Los Angeles’ sustainability goals. To understand the opportunities and challenges the City faces, Arup conducted greenhouse gas and carbon analyses, as well as reviewed economic factors, environmental impacts, air quality and jobs creation.
Collaborating closely with the City’s sustainability officer, Arup coordinated among various departments and agencies working in Los Angeles. A total of 28 agencies participated, leading to a more integrated and inclusive approach.
Arup’s engagement was made possible through our partnership with C40 Cities and its Climate Action Plan Technical Assistance Program. In addition to the City of Los Angeles, Arup’s sustainability leadership in the built environment has resulted in impactful partnerships with major cities globally and across North America, including New York, Boston, San Francisco, Washington DC, and Toronto as they pursue sustainability and climate action plans.