Do you know what’s in Charleston’s Climate Action Plan that began in May? The plan covers 4 areas: buildings, transportation, waste, and carbon sinks. The following strategies in each area will lead to reduced carbon emissions along with beautification, cost savings, and cultural + historic preservation.
Buildings
The strategy: increase energy efficiency and conservation + promote and plan for renewable energy
Recent project: stadium lights at the Joe were upgraded to LED
Transportation
The strategy: increase public transit systems, increase bicycle and pedestrian activity + reduce car idling
Current projects: Ashley River Crossing, Lowcountry Lowline
Waste
The strategy: reduce waste and consumption + increase recycling and composting
Current project: local ban on single-use plastics
Carbon Sinks
The strategy: protect and promote natural ecosystems + plant and protect tree canopy
Current project: Charleston Rainproof
Below is a condensed checklist of what you can do to help at home — tap each item to see how you can check it off your list in Charleston.
Climate Action Checklist:
🌽 Eat local
👕 Donate used items
♻️ Recycle
🍅 Garden
🌊 Adopt a storm drain