From floods, droughts, and extreme heat to tornadoes and wildfires, we are experiencing the effects of climate change right here in Central Alabama. These changes have a direct impact on quality of life, economic vitality and health. By taking action, we can prepare for and respond to these changing conditions to protect our communities.

The Central Alabama Climate Action Plan team needs your help to create a Plan that addresses the current and future impacts of climate change within the Central Alabama region, specifically Bibb, Blount, Chilton, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, and Walker counties. The Plan is a roadmap for reaching a 2050 greenhouse gas reduction goal. With the Plan, our region will continue to develop as a vibrant and sustainable area for current and future generations.

We will host our community engagement meetings in May. Review the meeting schedule and RSVP!

Share Your Thoughts

Your voice is important to us. Take our Community Input Survey to share more about your priorities for supporting a healthier climate in the communities of Central Alabama.

What is the Central Alabama Climate Action Plan?

• The Plan will conduct a regional greenhouse gas inventory across all economic sectors.
• The Plan will set a 2050 greenhouse gas reduction goal.
• The Plan will propose actionable reduction measures to achieve that goal.
• The Plan will create a toolbox of reduction measures that cities, towns, and counties within the Birmingham metropolitan area can use to reduce their carbon footprint while improving air quality, economic vitality, resilience, recreation access, and more.

Goals of the Plan

• Help our region adapt to and reduce the impacts of climate change.
• Increase the region’s economic competitiveness and job creation as it relates to the production of electric vehicles, battery storage solutions, and other renewable industries.
• Prioritize those who have historically been left out of public planning and who are often the first and worst impacted by climate change.
• Identify and develop measures for responding to climate change and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
• Measure the environmental and economic costs, social impacts, and potential benefits to the community for each proposed measure to guide decision-making.