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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 1d

🌱 San Francisco, CA, composting and green roofing programs mean less landfill waste and cooler, more breathable neighborhoods. ♻️🏡 #UrbanClimateSolutions
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Food to the Rescue: San Francisco Composting

From fork to farm and back

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 1d

🚙⚡ San Luis Obispo, CA requires EV charging in all new construction. Future-proofing infrastructure = making clean transport the default, not the exception. #EVReady
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17.72.040 Parking for electric vehicles | San Luis Obispo Municipal Code

A. Parking spaces for electric vehicles shall be provided for all uses as indicated in Table 3-5: Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking or in accordance with the requirements of the California Green Building…

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 1d

🏙️ Denver, CO, passed a sales tax dedicated to climate programs 💵🌍. Funding local transit, green roofs, and decarbonization shows how cities can lead in climate policy! Shoutout to LCPNs: Sarah Parady and @shontel4council.bsky.social

#ClimateFinance
Learn more ▶️: www.eenews.net/articles/den....

Denver passed a sales tax for climate. Is it working?

Money from the sales tax has boosted Denver's annual spending on climate from $4 million to about $45 million. The proceeds help fund efforts such as

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 1d

🌳 Boulder, CO requires energy efficiency in rentals and has a thorough forest management plan—tackling both carbon and wildfire resilience. Shout out to: @adamsforboulder.bsky.social @laurenfolkerts.bsky.social @ryanwithboulder.bsky.social #energy
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City of Boulder Prioritizes Action Items to Reduce Wildfire Risk | City of Boulder

Media ContactsJamie Barker, Boulder Fire-Rescue PIO, 720-545-6012 [email protected]

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 2d

⛽️ Petaluma, CA, became the first U.S. city to ban new gas stations. 🔥 This bold step shifts the focus to EVs and clean transit infrastructure. Imagine if more cities followed suit! #FossilFree

Learn more ▶️:

Petaluma New Gas Station Ban.pdf

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 2d

What an insightful article! Thank you @suesturgis.bsky.social for sharing the concern, and furthering the fight for renewable investment on the local level!

#energy

Sue Sturgis @suesturgis.bsky.social · 9d

“It’s certainly a regressive vision for North Carolina’s energy future,” said Josh Brooks, chief of policy strategy and innovation for the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association.

Duke Energy backs off renewables after North Carolina cuts climate…

The state repealed the utility’s 2030 emissions target in July. Duke’s response? A plan to slash solar and wind, double down on gas — and burn more coal.

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 2d

🔋Great to see some optimistic outlooks on energy efficiency! Making the transition to renewable energy is vital for greener cities and to reduce carbon emissions. 🌳

#solarenergy #renewables

John Hanger @jrfhanger.bsky.social · 3d

Good morning with good news: Solar will generate 20% of global electricity in 2029 and 40% in 2045!

Fossil fuel generated electricity now is losing market share & plunges to 4% from 59% today.

See just released DNV Energy Transition Outlook 2025:
brandcentral.dnv.com/original/gal... #energysky

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 2d

Run On Climate is excited to announce yet another candidate endorsement, Dionne Foster for Seattle City Council! 💙💚

Learn more about Dionne by visiting dionnefoster.com 🌎

#seattle #pnw #washington #washingtonstate #local #election #RunOnClimate #climatechange #sustainable #climatepolicy #cities

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 3d

Check out @cityofcleveland.bsky.social ‘s interactive Climate Action Plan Dashboard! This program tracks the city’s journey to net-zero set by its Climate Action Plan. Data like this is essential for cities to reach their goals. Way to go, Cleveland and mayor @justinmbibb.bsky.social 💪

#cities

Sustainable Cleveland @sustainablecle.bsky.social · Aug 14

The @cityofcleveland.bsky.social eland, in partnership with ICLEI USA ClearPath 2.0 is excited to launch the new interactive Climate Action Plan Dashboard! 🏙️🌍Track emissions & 160+ actions

🔗 Explore: clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/of...

▶️ Tutorial: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ec20...

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 3d

This is awesome! When food scraps enter our landfills, they produce methane--a potent greenhouse gas. Composting is a great way to prevent these emissions! Way to go @cityofcleveland.bsky.social and mayor @justinmbibb.bsky.social 🌱
#compost #climatepolicy #cities #sustainability #Cleveland

Sustainable Cleveland @sustainablecle.bsky.social · 18d

The @cityofcleveland.bsky.social's Food Scrap Composting Program is Growing! 🌱 The newest drop-off site is now open in partnership with Rust Belt Riders.

✅Paid Enrollment $12/month: www.rustbeltriders.com/dropoff
✅SNAP Enrollment: accounts.rustbeltriders.com/forms/SNAP-s...

#SustainableCLE

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 3d

We are proud to announce that we have endorsed @triciaforfoco.bsky.social for Fort Collins Mayor! 💙💚

Tricia is a fierce climate activist and a current Fort Collins City Council Member.

Learn more about Tricia by visiting triciaforfoco.com 🌎

#colorado #fortcollins #local #election #RunOnClimate

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 3d

Even policies like this contribute to climate policy! Minneapolis councilors, including LCPN councilor @katiecashman.bsky.social , are piloting a speed camera program to slow down drivers. Lower speeds reduce emissions and increase safety! 🚗 #cities #climatepolicy

Minneapolis speed cameras set to go live on Wednesday

Traffic safety cameras at five Minneapolis intersections will go live on Wednesday as part of a pilot program.

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 4d

LCPN member and Cambridge city councilor Patty Nolan is scheduled to chair a Health and Environment Committee meeting to discuss expanding renewable energy productions! This is the type of local climate leadership we like to see! 💪🔌 #cities #climatepolicy #cambridge #RunOnClimate #renewables

Councillor Patty Nolan, chair of Health and Environment Committee calls a special meeting on energy capacity planning. – Harvard Square

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 4d

This is exactly why we need local level investment in sustainable transport like e-bikes! E-bikes reduce emissions and improve public health. Lower speed limits, protected bike lanes, and ride share programs all support e-bikes. Local policies can transform our future! 🚲 #climatepolicy #biking

E-bikes could cut carbon, congestion, and costs — if cities take them seriously

E-bike sales are booming, providing a clean form of transportation that also improves public health. Yet cities remain committed to cars.

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 4d

One of the largest ports in the Midwest - Port of Cleveland - is working to decarbonize! They are installing rooftop solar panels, battery storage, and charging ports for cargo-handling equipment. Most ports in the US rely on fossil fuels; change like this is essential! ☀️🔌 #climatepolicy #cities

Major Midwest port begins electrifying operations to reduce emissions

The Port of Cleveland is adding charging ports, batteries, and solar to its main warehouse — work funded by a federal program that has so far survived…

www.canarymedia.com

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 4d

🌎 Join Run on Climate TODAY for San Diego Climate Week! 🌱

📅 When: Oct 8th, 2 p.m. PT

💻 Where: Zoom

Take part and learn how to drive stronger local climate policy in your community!

✨ Register now! luma.com/ybir9f05

#SanDiegoClimateWeek #SanDiegoEvents #ClimateAction #LocalPolicy #RunOnClimate

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Climate Mayors @climatemayors.bsky.social · 9d

From leading #ClimateMayors to co-chairing @americaisallin.com, Mayor Bibb is driving real change in Cleveland. His city’s new draft Climate Action Plan sets ambitious goals for net zero emissions and community resilience 🌱

Read more: thelandcle.org/stories/nort...

Northeast Ohio Climate Action Plan open for comment – The Land

Northeast Ohio leaders are trying to reduce climate pollution (greenhouse gas emissions) to net zero by 2050. They’re working on a plan to achieve this goal in the next 25 years.

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 5d

🌍✨ The Earth gives - now it’s our turn.

This #EarthGivesDay, support Run On Climate as we empower local leaders to drive bold, grassroots climate action. 💚

🔗 www.earthgives.org/organization... @earthgives.bsky.social

#RunOnClimate #EarthGivesDay #ClimateActionStartsLocal #GiveBackToEarth

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 6d

Run On Climate is proud to endorse @omarfatehmn.com for Minneapolis Mayor. 🤩

Omar is a leader on climate and a Minnesota Senator representing District 62.

Learn more about Omar by visiting fatehformayor.com 🌎

#MN #minneapolis #minnesota #twincities #local #election #RunOnClimate #climatechange

Omar Fateh for Minneapolis Mayor

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Climate Mayors @climatemayors.bsky.social · 6d

“We hope to be leaders in both reducing greenhouse gas emissions but also adaptation,” shared Phoenix @mayorgallego.bsky.social about how local leaders are stepping up as federal climate action wanes.

Read the full article from @newsweek.com:
www.newsweek.com/climate-week...

Climate Week NYC powers on Despite unfriendly political headwinds in US

Climate Week NYC's 2025 theme is "Power One," reflecting a determination to pursue climate action despite the Trump administration's opposition.

www.newsweek.com

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 6d

Love to see leadership like this! Big shoutout to LCPN member @katiecashman.bsky.social for leading the way on local-level climate action. 💪 #cities #climatepolicy #sustainability #RunOnClimate #adaptation #Minneapolis

Katie Cashman @katiecashman.bsky.social · 13d

Care about the climate resiliency of our city? Join us to talk to our communities about importance of electing leaders that center just policy and action for our climate future. Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/katieforcoun...

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 9d

LCPN member Patty Nolan recently introduced an order to pedestrianize one of Cambridge’s streets, and now it’s happening! This update promotes pedestrian transport and shifts away from car reliance. Way to go! 🚶 #cities #climate #transport #Cambridge

Council Greenlights Lower Bow Street Pedestrianization | News | The Harvard Crimson

The City of Cambridge is planning to pedestrianize a section of Lower Bow St. in Harvard Square, prohibiting vehicle access from the stretch between Plympton St. and Dewolfe St.

www.thecrimson.com

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 9d

NYC’s microclimate can change how much energy your building needs. In one study, Central Park reduced adjacent building electricity use by 5–10%. 🌿📉 Local shading, wind channels, and pavement all matter.

#microclimate #energy #sustainability

Invisible Walls: Exploration of Microclimate Effects on Building Energy Consumption in New York City

The reduction of greenhouse gases from buildings forms the cornerstone of policy to mitigate the effects of climate change. However, the automation of urban scale building energy modeling systems…

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 9d

We are excited to announce that we have endorsed another candidate from Minnesota, Katie Cashman (@ward7.minneapolismn.gov)for Minneapolis City Council Ward 7! 💙💚

Learn more about Katie by visiting katieforcouncil.org 🌎

#MN #minneapolis #minnesota #twincities #local #election #RunOnClimate

Katie Cashman for Council

katieforcouncil.org

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Run On Climate @runonclimate.bsky.social · 9d

“Bike the Ridge” in Evanston, IL: Ridge Ave was transformed into a car-free zone to support sustainable travel! Thank you to LCPN members @danielbiss.bsky.social & Jonathan Nieuwsma. Check out @evanstoneta.bsky.social for more!

🚲 #cities

'Bike the Ridge' returns for day of car-free cycling fun on Sept. 28 - Evanston RoundTable

Community members of all ages are invited to join in Sunday, Sept. 28, for the return of the city's annual event, "Bike the Ridge," featuring cycling,

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