Central Alabama faces real challenges from changing weather patterns — including flooding, drought, extreme heat, tornadoes, and wildfires. These events can affect everything from public safety and infrastructure to local economies and quality of life. By preparing now, we can strengthen our region’s ability to respond to future conditions and protect the well-being of our communities.

The Central Alabama Climate Action Plan is designed to help local governments, businesses, and residents in Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, and Walker counties address both current risks and future opportunities. Your input is essential in shaping a plan that reflects the region’s priorities, values, and practical needs.

This Plan will serve as a voluntary, locally driven roadmap to guide investment in infrastructure, energy reliability, and long-term economic resilience, with a target year of 2050. With your help, we can build a stronger, more secure future for Central Alabama — one that supports job growth, public health, and smart development for generations to come. Subscribe for updates about the Plan.

The Draft Central Alabama Climate Action Plan is now available for Public Comment! 

The Public Comment period will be open between October 8th, 2025 to October 22nd, 2025. 

What is the Central Alabama Climate Action Plan?

The Central Alabama Climate Action Plan is a locally led initiative to strengthen our region’s resilience and economic future. It includes:

• A regional greenhouse gas inventory covering all major economic sectors to establish a clear and data-driven baseline.
• A long-term goal for emissions reduction by 2050, grounded in practical and voluntary strategies.
• A set of actionable, cost-effective measures to support that goal while promoting economic and infrastructure stability.
• A flexible toolbox of strategies that local governments across the Birmingham metropolitan area — including cities, towns, and counties — can use to improve air quality, energy efficiency, infrastructure resilience, and overall livability.

Goals of the Plan

• Support Central Alabama’s ability to prepare for and adapt to changing environmental conditions, such as severe weather and resource stress.
• Enhance regional economic competitiveness and attract investment by supporting growth in industries like electric vehicle manufacturing, advanced battery storage, and clean energy technologies.
• Ensure broad community participation and encourage locally appropriate solutions that reflect the perspectives and needs across the region.
• Identify practical steps for reducing emissions while supporting infrastructure durability, energy reliability, and job creation.
• Evaluate the cost-benefit impacts — including environmental, economic, and social factors — to help local leaders make informed, community-focused decisions.