We are the #ClimateMayors. A bipartisan network of over 350 mayors demonstrating climate leadership through meaningful action int heir communities since 2014.
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Climate Mayors Chair & @boisemayor Lauren McLean speaks with @grist reporter Jake Bittle on how cities like #Boise are hardwiring climate resilience into everyday decisions. From housing to transit, progress is happening closest to home.
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Climate Mayor @JustinMBibb of #Cleveland speaks with @grist reporter Jake Bittle on why mayors on the front lines can't afford to wait to act on climate, regardless of what's happening in Washington.
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“We want data centers to be a race to the top... to bring on new, clean energy sources, to manage their water hopefully in a way that replaces what they use," - Climate Mayors Chair Emerita Mayor Kate Gallego of Phoenix at Stanford University’s Sustainable Data Center Symposium.
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“If we can build affordable housing near reliable transit, it's a double whammy – transit for me is a climate issue, & transit-oriented housing is a climate solution.” — said Mayor Higgins at our #ClimateMayors x @Grist event.
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#ClimateMayors @boisemayor Lauren McLean, @JustinMBibb of Cleveland, and Eileen Higgins of Miami break down seven ways cities are hardwiring climate resilience into everyday decisions.
@smartcitiesdive:
smartcitiesdive.com/news/cit…
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Local Power, Global Impact — and these mayors delivered. 💬
“By getting more homes closer to jobs, we're addressing affordability and advancing long-term climate goals."
Thank you to @grist and moderator Jake Bittle for a powerful conversation.
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1 in 5 Americans. 16 cities. One mission: make EV charging affordable and accessible for everyone. 🌎
#ClimateMayors is proud to partner with @LACI_Hub and @C40Cities on the second City Climate Innovation Challenge!
Learn more:
laincubator.org/secondcitych…
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Catch nationally recognized voices in the data center development conversation, #ClimateMayors Phoenix @MayorGallego and San Antonio Mayor @GinaOrtizJones as they speak at the Sustainable Data Centers Symposium at Stanford University this Friday!
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States and cities aren't waiting for Washington. 🌎
A new report highlights #ClimateMayors alongside 4 innovations driving climate progress at the local level — smarter siting, automated permitting, community benefits & public finance.
fas.org/publication/four-inn…
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🌎 On #EarthDay, we’re reminded that #mayors are best positioned to improve people’s lives.
All week, #ClimateMayors has been amplifying local initiatives helping cities lower energy costs, reduce emissions, and create stronger communities.
THANK YOU, MAYORS!
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Our Chair & @boisemayor Lauren McLean is breaking new ground. Boise is the first U.S. city to pilot geothermal expansion for affordable multifamily housing — backed by a $1M @BloombergDotOrg Mayors Challenge award.
Read more: cityofboise.org/news/mayor/2…
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📅 April 20 | San Francisco
#ClimateMayors Exec. Director Kate Wright moderates a conversation with Bay Area mayors @RajSalwan @VickiSVeenker & Vice Mayor @MentionMelissa on what bold, practical climate leadership looks like at the local level.
Register: acceleratingthetransition.or…
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#ClimateMayor Angela Birney is working to ensure that housing in Redmond stays affordable, accessible, resilient & healthy.
The City of Redmond recently upgraded 22 affordable homes with new electric heat pumps & heat pump water heaters to replace gas systems ⚡️
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💰 Cities are not waiting for federal grants to fund climate action.
@c40cities' new Municipal Finance Playbook shows how to build long-term climate financing into local governance — from utility rates to bonds to public-private partnerships.
c40knowledgehub.org/s/articl…
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Mayor Keisha Chapman & East Point, GA are delivering affordable electricity that's 94% emissions-free ⚡
Their plan: 100% renewable energy for all new demand through solar power 💪 That's #ImpactMultiplied
What local climate projects are making a difference where you live? 👇
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#ClimateMayor & Dayton Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss is securing an affordable, reliable future for Dayton — the Gem City Solar Project will power ~14,000 homes, cut energy costs, & move the city closer to 100% renewable electricity by 2040. 🌇
Learn more: wdtn.com/news/local-news/day…
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Miami just passed a unanimous resolution to eliminate single-use plastics from City contracts & property! 🌊
Mayor @EileenHiggins: "Miami residents are tired of seeing plastic in our streets, our waterways, & they are right to demand action."
Read more: miami.gov/Notices/News-Notic…
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🌎#ClimateMayors Chair & @boisemayor Lauren McLean launches “Keep Boise Cool” — a community climate action guide to make it easier for residents to create custom plans, join events & win eco‑friendly prizes.
The Goal: Carbon neutral by 2050.
Learn more: cityofboise.org/news/public-…
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On our Housing Affordability Member Call, Jeff Lubell (@UrbanLandInst Terwilliger Center for Housing) reminded us that developers aren’t anti-climate, they just want certainty & economies of scale!
He reveals four barriers that Mayors & cities must address to create more infill:
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