Miami-Beach-Commission-Adopts-Climate-Change-Resolution
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 22, 2021
Miami Beach Commission Unanimously Adopts
Climate Change Resolution
— The measure establishes a 2050 net-zero emissions target —
Miami Beach, FL – The Miami Beach City Commission unanimously adopted a resolution on
Wednesday declaring climate change to be caused by “human activity” and pledging to achieve
net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
“Climate change is a global problem that requires global solutions,” observed Miami Beach City
Vice Mayor Michael Góngora, who sponsored the measure. “Our pledge to attain net-zero
greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 goes a long way to backing up our words with meaningful
action.”
The vote coincides with the 2021 Earth Day celebration on April 22. Miami Beach is also
developing a Climate Action Plan that that will guide actions that need to be taken to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions.
“Miami Beach is ground zero for sea level rise,” added Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber. “We
can’t afford to wait any longer while our city suffers the consequences of decades of inaction
with regard to carbon emissions.”
Cities and urban areas like Miami Beach are uniquely positioned to combat climate change
because they account for 70% of climate-changing greenhouse gas emissions around the
world.
“Action on climate becomes more urgent every passing day,” noted Global Climate Action
Manager Niclas Svenningsen with the United Nations.
“All stakeholders need to contribute to the solutions now, but in order to do that, they need to
see the leadership and the right policies from national and local authorities to be able to
implement an effective response,” Svenningsen explained. “For this reason, we are proud to
count Miami Beach as a participant in our Climate Neutral Now initiative. Their commitment
sets an example for other authorities and for every stakeholder in their county. We look forward
to collaborating in accelerating the transition to the climate neutral, net-zero society that we
need by 2050.”
The City of Miami Beach joins City of Miami and Miami-Dade County in pledging to work
toward achieving a net-zero emissions target by 2050. Reducing emissions is an essential part
of implementing Resilient305, the shared resilience strategy.
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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