Hamilton is advancing a multi-sector climate strategy under the Office of Climate Change Initiatives (OCCI), built around five priorities.
Week 2: Five Priorities
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Governance & Innovation: - Climate Change Initiatives Steering Committee coordinates city-wide efforts; a Community Advisory Committee began in 2024.
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Community Outreach: Developing a Climate Communications & Engagement Strategy to promote awareness and justice-centered action.
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Carbon Budgeting: Creating a multi-phase Carbon Budgeting Framework to align spending and planning with fair-share climate goals.
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Green Buildings: Expanding Better Homes Hamilton retrofits; municipal net-zero standards start in 2025.
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Urban Greening: Planting 50,000 trees annually; "de-pave" projects enhance urban canopy and stormwater resilience.