“The launch of our Climate Action Plan fulfills a promise I made to combat the impacts of climate change on our region, securing a healthier future for our children. This plan will build on our current operations to continue our reduction on greenhouse gases. Our success will be a guide for businesses and other municipalities as they embark on similar initiatives. Thank you to the Monroe County Legislature and the Climate Action Plan Advisory Committee for their work on this important plan.” - County Executive Bello
Climate Adaptation & Resiliency Plan (CARP)
The Monroe County Department of Environmental Services is developing a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan (CARP) that assesses the social and economic conditions of the county and recommends policies, strategies, and programs to improve the resiliency of the County’s human and environmental services. The CARP builds on the efforts of Phase I and Phase II of the County’s Climate Action Plan, with a greater focus on the human and social sides of adaptation and resilience.
The CARP will consist of a countywide vulnerabilities assessment and include recommended policies, strategies, and programs to improve climate adaptation and resiliency for the future. County departments and the public will help to shape the priorities of the CARP and provide feedback on proposed climate adaptation and resiliency policies and strategies.
Project Phases & Timeline
Climate Action Plan (CAP)
Without taking action, by 2099, Monroe County can expect to experience...
11̊F increase in annual high temp.
4X more heat wave events
100% increase in 1" precipitation events
Why does Monroe County Need a CAP?
Climate Action Co-Benefits
Improve Public Health
Reduce Carbon Emissions
Save Money
A Roadmap for
Climate Solutions in Monroe County
CAP Phase I (County Government Operations)
In 2022, Monroe County completed Phase I of the Climate Action Plan. The purpose of this phase was to identify and prioritize goals, strategies and initiatives that will reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from County-owned sites, facilities, fleet and operations.
A climate action plan is a comprehensive effort to address and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the atmosphere and the related environmental and climatic impacts associated with rising GHGs.
A climate adaptation & resiliency plan is an strategic effort to identify vulnerabilities and adapt infrastructure and services to the reduce the impacts of the changing climate including extreme temperatures, more frequent and severe wet weather, invasive species, and more.
CAP Phase II (Community-Wide)
In 2024, Monroe County completed Phase II of the Climate Action Plan. Phase II is community-wide, with a broader focus, aiming to reduce GHG emissions throughout the county – including transportation infrastructure, housing, private industry operations, and more.
Climate Adaptation & Resiliency Plan (CARP)
Monroe County continues to work toward creating resilient and sustainable communities across the region. We are currently reaching out to the community to help shape the Climate Adaptation & Resiliency Plan, which complements the Climate Action Plan! Visit the Get Involved page to learn more about opportunities to engage and sign up for our email list to receive event invitations!