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Electing climate champions into local office and passing bold climate policy in cities across the U.S.
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Our mission is to accelerate cutting-edge climate policy at the local level across the country by supporting candidates, collaborating with elected leaders, and expanding the influence of climate justice advocates. Follow to learn more about what successful local climate action looks like! 🌎
Number 6️⃣ on our list of Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is Princeton, NJ 🏙️
Princeton was only able to reach this milestone thanks to the hard work and commitment of Council Member and LCPN Member David E. Cohen! 💚💙
Princeton was only able to reach this milestone thanks to the hard work and commitment of Council Member and LCPN Member David E. Cohen! 💚💙
January 15, 2026 at 11:33 AM
Number 6️⃣ on our list of Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is Princeton, NJ 🏙️
Princeton was only able to reach this milestone thanks to the hard work and commitment of Council Member and LCPN Member David E. Cohen! 💚💙
Princeton was only able to reach this milestone thanks to the hard work and commitment of Council Member and LCPN Member David E. Cohen! 💚💙
What if thousands of us ran for local office on climate?
Here's where to start: a free, virtual, 6-part training series for climate leaders that want to take the next step towards running for office (or staffing electoral campaigns): runforclimate.org
@leadlocally.bsky.social
Here's where to start: a free, virtual, 6-part training series for climate leaders that want to take the next step towards running for office (or staffing electoral campaigns): runforclimate.org
@leadlocally.bsky.social
January 13, 2026 at 2:26 PM
What if thousands of us ran for local office on climate?
Here's where to start: a free, virtual, 6-part training series for climate leaders that want to take the next step towards running for office (or staffing electoral campaigns): runforclimate.org
@leadlocally.bsky.social
Here's where to start: a free, virtual, 6-part training series for climate leaders that want to take the next step towards running for office (or staffing electoral campaigns): runforclimate.org
@leadlocally.bsky.social
Katie Cashman's time serving on the Minneapolis City Council has sadly come to an end. We are proud to have assisted her in advancing local-level policy in the city over the past few years. 💚💙
Thank you @katiecashman.bsky.social!
Thank you @katiecashman.bsky.social!
January 12, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Katie Cashman's time serving on the Minneapolis City Council has sadly come to an end. We are proud to have assisted her in advancing local-level policy in the city over the past few years. 💚💙
Thank you @katiecashman.bsky.social!
Thank you @katiecashman.bsky.social!
Another great year in the books! Our growth allows us to make significant progress at the local level in communities across the U.S. 🌎
In 2026, we look forward to electing more climate champions, passing more policies, and training the next generation of climate leaders. 🌱
In 2026, we look forward to electing more climate champions, passing more policies, and training the next generation of climate leaders. 🌱
January 9, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Another great year in the books! Our growth allows us to make significant progress at the local level in communities across the U.S. 🌎
In 2026, we look forward to electing more climate champions, passing more policies, and training the next generation of climate leaders. 🌱
In 2026, we look forward to electing more climate champions, passing more policies, and training the next generation of climate leaders. 🌱
Number 7️⃣ on our list of Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is @southburlingtonvt.gov! 🏙️
This exciting achievement could not have been reached without the great work and dedication of South Burlington City Councilors and LCPN Members Laurie Smith and Andrew Chalnick! 💚💙
This exciting achievement could not have been reached without the great work and dedication of South Burlington City Councilors and LCPN Members Laurie Smith and Andrew Chalnick! 💚💙
January 8, 2026 at 12:51 AM
Number 7️⃣ on our list of Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is @southburlingtonvt.gov! 🏙️
This exciting achievement could not have been reached without the great work and dedication of South Burlington City Councilors and LCPN Members Laurie Smith and Andrew Chalnick! 💚💙
This exciting achievement could not have been reached without the great work and dedication of South Burlington City Councilors and LCPN Members Laurie Smith and Andrew Chalnick! 💚💙
This is the sort of urban design we need!
Design that prioritizes sustainable transport such as walking and biking will help us lower our transport emissions.🚶
#cities #climatepolicy #transit #urbandesign #sustainability
Design that prioritizes sustainable transport such as walking and biking will help us lower our transport emissions.🚶
#cities #climatepolicy #transit #urbandesign #sustainability
Pedestrian spaces look great, they build a center for the community to rally around, and they save our cities valuable tax dollars. If we want to build better cities, then we should be focusing not just on big sweeping projects. But the smaller ones that create an impact too!
January 7, 2026 at 8:53 PM
This is the sort of urban design we need!
Design that prioritizes sustainable transport such as walking and biking will help us lower our transport emissions.🚶
#cities #climatepolicy #transit #urbandesign #sustainability
Design that prioritizes sustainable transport such as walking and biking will help us lower our transport emissions.🚶
#cities #climatepolicy #transit #urbandesign #sustainability
Our LCPN is growing in #SanJose! We are thrilled to welcome Councilmember David Cohen to the Local Climate Policy Network. 🤝🌱
Read more about @d4sanjose.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/our-network
Read more about @d4sanjose.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/our-network
January 7, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Our LCPN is growing in #SanJose! We are thrilled to welcome Councilmember David Cohen to the Local Climate Policy Network. 🤝🌱
Read more about @d4sanjose.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/our-network
Read more about @d4sanjose.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/our-network
Number 8️⃣ on our list of Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is Providence, RI🏙️
Shoutout to City Councilors and LCPN Members @jilld.bsky.social and @sueanderbois.bsky.social! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
Shoutout to City Councilors and LCPN Members @jilld.bsky.social and @sueanderbois.bsky.social! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
January 5, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Number 8️⃣ on our list of Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is Providence, RI🏙️
Shoutout to City Councilors and LCPN Members @jilld.bsky.social and @sueanderbois.bsky.social! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
Shoutout to City Councilors and LCPN Members @jilld.bsky.social and @sueanderbois.bsky.social! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
🏛️⚠️ Bills in Congress could weaken DOE appliance efficiency rules. Experts warn this would lock in wasteful tech & push household energy bills even higher, which is why it is important to advocate for local-level policies!
#energyefficiency #consumerprotection
www.utilitydive.com/news/house-s...
#energyefficiency #consumerprotection
www.utilitydive.com/news/house-s...
Bills to weaken DOE efficiency programs advance
Republican lawmakers say the proposals will make housing and appliances more affordable and improve consumer choice. Energy efficiency advocates say they will raise consumer energy costs.
www.utilitydive.com
January 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM
🏛️⚠️ Bills in Congress could weaken DOE appliance efficiency rules. Experts warn this would lock in wasteful tech & push household energy bills even higher, which is why it is important to advocate for local-level policies!
#energyefficiency #consumerprotection
www.utilitydive.com/news/house-s...
#energyefficiency #consumerprotection
www.utilitydive.com/news/house-s...
🏠Buildings are a leading source of greenhouse gas emissions and are typically regulated at the local level!
Newly constructed buildings should be nearly or completely fossil-free, and existing buildings need to be decarbonized in the coming years. 🌳
#decarbonizing #infrastructure
Newly constructed buildings should be nearly or completely fossil-free, and existing buildings need to be decarbonized in the coming years. 🌳
#decarbonizing #infrastructure
January 4, 2026 at 4:38 PM
🏠Buildings are a leading source of greenhouse gas emissions and are typically regulated at the local level!
Newly constructed buildings should be nearly or completely fossil-free, and existing buildings need to be decarbonized in the coming years. 🌳
#decarbonizing #infrastructure
Newly constructed buildings should be nearly or completely fossil-free, and existing buildings need to be decarbonized in the coming years. 🌳
#decarbonizing #infrastructure
🌊🌿 Climate adaptation isn’t only for big cities—small towns around Long Island Sound just got serious help (planning grants) to fight flooding, storms and rising seas.
#smalltown #localclimateaction
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#smalltown #localclimateaction
lisresilience.org/planning-sup...
Planning Support Program Awards – Resilience Hub
lisresilience.org
January 4, 2026 at 3:56 PM
🌊🌿 Climate adaptation isn’t only for big cities—small towns around Long Island Sound just got serious help (planning grants) to fight flooding, storms and rising seas.
#smalltown #localclimateaction
lisresilience.org/planning-sup...
#smalltown #localclimateaction
lisresilience.org/planning-sup...
Our LCPN is growing in #Providence! We are thrilled to welcome City Councilor-Elect Jill Davidson into the Local Climate Policy Network. 🤝 🌱
Read more about @jilld.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network
Read more about @jilld.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network
January 4, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Our LCPN is growing in #Providence! We are thrilled to welcome City Councilor-Elect Jill Davidson into the Local Climate Policy Network. 🤝 🌱
Read more about @jilld.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network
Read more about @jilld.bsky.social and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network
As this @grist.org article explains, rooftop farms can:
🍎 Improve food security
⚡️ Generate clean electricity
🌡️ Reduce local temperatures
🐝 Provide habitat for pollinators
🏙️ Improve urban health.
#cities #climatepolicy
grist.org/cities/how-u...
🍎 Improve food security
⚡️ Generate clean electricity
🌡️ Reduce local temperatures
🐝 Provide habitat for pollinators
🏙️ Improve urban health.
#cities #climatepolicy
grist.org/cities/how-u...
How urban farms can make cities more livable and help feed America
Urban gardens are extraordinarily powerful tools that can improve food security, lower temperatures, and create invaluable gathering spaces.
grist.org
January 2, 2026 at 10:57 PM
As this @grist.org article explains, rooftop farms can:
🍎 Improve food security
⚡️ Generate clean electricity
🌡️ Reduce local temperatures
🐝 Provide habitat for pollinators
🏙️ Improve urban health.
#cities #climatepolicy
grist.org/cities/how-u...
🍎 Improve food security
⚡️ Generate clean electricity
🌡️ Reduce local temperatures
🐝 Provide habitat for pollinators
🏙️ Improve urban health.
#cities #climatepolicy
grist.org/cities/how-u...
This is great to see! EV charging infrastructure is one of the most important policies for supporting electric vehicles.
Great work Durham! 🔌
#climatepolicy #Durham #cities #cleanenergy #EV #sustainability
Great work Durham! 🔌
#climatepolicy #Durham #cities #cleanenergy #EV #sustainability
Forward progress in Durham! The city has installed its first public EV charger downtown, offering convenient access to nearby retail, dining, and parking facilities ➡️ ow.ly/ayZY50XByHT 🔌💡
January 2, 2026 at 10:54 PM
This is great to see! EV charging infrastructure is one of the most important policies for supporting electric vehicles.
Great work Durham! 🔌
#climatepolicy #Durham #cities #cleanenergy #EV #sustainability
Great work Durham! 🔌
#climatepolicy #Durham #cities #cleanenergy #EV #sustainability
Number 9️⃣ on our list of top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is Brookline, MA🏙️
Shoutout to Brookline Select Board Member and LCPN Member Michael Rubenstein! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
#climatepolicy #cities
Shoutout to Brookline Select Board Member and LCPN Member Michael Rubenstein! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
#climatepolicy #cities
January 2, 2026 at 10:44 PM
Number 9️⃣ on our list of top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction is Brookline, MA🏙️
Shoutout to Brookline Select Board Member and LCPN Member Michael Rubenstein! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
#climatepolicy #cities
Shoutout to Brookline Select Board Member and LCPN Member Michael Rubenstein! 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
#climatepolicy #cities
💸🔥 Upgrading to efficient electric appliances can lead to lower monthly bills and protection from wild fossil fuel prices. State & utility incentives matter more as federal credits wind down!
#heatpumps #energyaffordability
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...
#heatpumps #energyaffordability
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...
Electrify your home with our handy roundup before tax credits expire
You could save thousands of dollars on heat pumps, solar, and other home energy updates if you act before Dec. 31. Our explainers and guides will get you…
www.canarymedia.com
December 30, 2025 at 5:29 PM
💸🔥 Upgrading to efficient electric appliances can lead to lower monthly bills and protection from wild fossil fuel prices. State & utility incentives matter more as federal credits wind down!
#heatpumps #energyaffordability
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...
#heatpumps #energyaffordability
www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...
Introducing our Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction! 🏙️
🔟 on the list is Emeryville, CA. Shoutout to Emeryville City Councilor and LCPN Member Matthew Solomon for the great work you do. 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
🔟 on the list is Emeryville, CA. Shoutout to Emeryville City Councilor and LCPN Member Matthew Solomon for the great work you do. 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
December 30, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Introducing our Top 10 LCPN Cities in per capita direct emissions reduction! 🏙️
🔟 on the list is Emeryville, CA. Shoutout to Emeryville City Councilor and LCPN Member Matthew Solomon for the great work you do. 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
🔟 on the list is Emeryville, CA. Shoutout to Emeryville City Councilor and LCPN Member Matthew Solomon for the great work you do. 💚💙
View the full list 👇
🔗: runonclimate.org/top-10
This is how clean energy can support both climate and economic policy. Exciting news! 💪
#climatepolicy #windenergy #cleanenergy #cities #sustainability
#climatepolicy #windenergy #cleanenergy #cities #sustainability
Wind for the win! Timbermill Wind, a 45-turbine wind farm, is now the largest taxpayer in North Carolina’s rural Chowan County — generating $1.5 million in tax revenue a year, story via WTKR News 3 🔌💡
Timbermill Wind becomes Chowan County's largest taxpayer
Timbermill Wind is now the largest taxpayer in the county. The 45-wind turbine project symbolizes that it's not just an energy source but an investment in the area's future.
ow.ly
December 30, 2025 at 4:52 PM
This is how clean energy can support both climate and economic policy. Exciting news! 💪
#climatepolicy #windenergy #cleanenergy #cities #sustainability
#climatepolicy #windenergy #cleanenergy #cities #sustainability
This is the kind of climate leadership we need! Shoutout to LCPN member and Salem Mayor @dpangallo.bsky.social 🌎
#climatepolicy #salom #RunOnClimate #cities #sustainability #climatechange
#climatepolicy #salom #RunOnClimate #cities #sustainability #climatechange
At today’s convening of the MA Coastal Communities Alliance we heard from EEA leaders about the Mass Ready Act. This legislation would make important policy changes and much needed investments in infrastructure resilience to ensure a safer, more vibrant Commonwealth.
www.mass.gov/info-details...
www.mass.gov/info-details...
December 30, 2025 at 4:51 PM
This is the kind of climate leadership we need! Shoutout to LCPN member and Salem Mayor @dpangallo.bsky.social 🌎
#climatepolicy #salom #RunOnClimate #cities #sustainability #climatechange
#climatepolicy #salom #RunOnClimate #cities #sustainability #climatechange
This is exactly why some cities have started to remove parking minimums, such as Chicago and Boulder.
Parking minimums require new development to include a certain amount of parking. Eliminating these supports public transport while reducing both flooding and urban heat! 🚄
#cities #climatepolicy
Parking minimums require new development to include a certain amount of parking. Eliminating these supports public transport while reducing both flooding and urban heat! 🚄
#cities #climatepolicy
Anyone who claims there isn’t enough parking just remember
There are over 2 billion parking spots in the US alone
That’s enough parking for every American to own 5 cars
If we put all the parking spaces into one giant lot it would cover over the entire states of Connecticut and Vermont
There are over 2 billion parking spots in the US alone
That’s enough parking for every American to own 5 cars
If we put all the parking spaces into one giant lot it would cover over the entire states of Connecticut and Vermont
December 29, 2025 at 11:17 PM
This is exactly why some cities have started to remove parking minimums, such as Chicago and Boulder.
Parking minimums require new development to include a certain amount of parking. Eliminating these supports public transport while reducing both flooding and urban heat! 🚄
#cities #climatepolicy
Parking minimums require new development to include a certain amount of parking. Eliminating these supports public transport while reducing both flooding and urban heat! 🚄
#cities #climatepolicy
Our LCPN is growing in #Cambridge! We are thrilled to welcome City Councillor-Elect Ayah Al-Zubi into the Local Climate Policy Network. 🤝
Read more about @votealzubi.com and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network 🌎
#ClimatePolicy #Cities
Read more about @votealzubi.com and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network 🌎
#ClimatePolicy #Cities
December 29, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Our LCPN is growing in #Cambridge! We are thrilled to welcome City Councillor-Elect Ayah Al-Zubi into the Local Climate Policy Network. 🤝
Read more about @votealzubi.com and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network 🌎
#ClimatePolicy #Cities
Read more about @votealzubi.com and the rest of our LCPN at runonclimate.org/our-network 🌎
#ClimatePolicy #Cities
Fighting the climate crisis starts locally! Check out how cities are adapting their landscapes to be climate-friendly. 👇
#cities #climatepolicy #RunOnClimate #sustainability #urbanplanning #climateaction #C40
#cities #climatepolicy #RunOnClimate #sustainability #urbanplanning #climateaction #C40
The latest Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy issue is here. Climate-neutral construction, just transition strategies, new finance models for urban resilience: see what cities are already putting into practice.
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Contents | Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy 4, 3
Background: Climate adaptation strategies in cities increasingly risk reinforcing housing inequalities through climate gentrification, that is, the displacement of vulnerable residents driven by both climate impacts and adaptation measures that raise the ...
utppublishing.com
December 28, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Fighting the climate crisis starts locally! Check out how cities are adapting their landscapes to be climate-friendly. 👇
#cities #climatepolicy #RunOnClimate #sustainability #urbanplanning #climateaction #C40
#cities #climatepolicy #RunOnClimate #sustainability #urbanplanning #climateaction #C40
This is what we like to see! Local-level climate action is important because local policies have the most direct impact on our lives. As the planet warms ups, cooling initiatives like this will be essential. 💪
#climatepolicy #cities #urbandesign #c40 #sustainability #climateaction #urbanheat
#climatepolicy #cities #urbandesign #c40 #sustainability #climateaction #urbanheat
From cooling centres in Phoenix to tree planting in Quezon City, mayors are fighting extreme heat.
The new C40 Cool Cities Accelerator is scaling these life-saving actions, helping cities worldwide protect residents and build a more liveable urban future.
The new C40 Cool Cities Accelerator is scaling these life-saving actions, helping cities worldwide protect residents and build a more liveable urban future.
December 28, 2025 at 11:01 PM
This is what we like to see! Local-level climate action is important because local policies have the most direct impact on our lives. As the planet warms ups, cooling initiatives like this will be essential. 💪
#climatepolicy #cities #urbandesign #c40 #sustainability #climateaction #urbanheat
#climatepolicy #cities #urbandesign #c40 #sustainability #climateaction #urbanheat
🔌This is great to see! We are all for increasing green energy in buildings and infrastructure.
#greenenergy #sustainability
#greenenergy #sustainability
Community choice aggregation allows municipalities to negotiate with electricity suppliers on behalf of their residents.
A number of Connecticut cities and towns want to push for greener, less-expensive power: https://buff.ly/4hTsWW6
A number of Connecticut cities and towns want to push for greener, less-expensive power: https://buff.ly/4hTsWW6
Connecticut cities and towns push for greener, less-expensive power
Local leaders and energy advocates look to implement community choice aggregation to let municipalities negotiate lower electricity prices and more…
buff.ly
December 28, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🔌This is great to see! We are all for increasing green energy in buildings and infrastructure.
#greenenergy #sustainability
#greenenergy #sustainability
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Sunday Video: What Is The YIGBY Housing Movement? www.theurbanist.org/2025/12/28/s...
Sunday Video: What Is The YIGBY Housing Movement? » The Urbanist
# In this video, Dave Amos of City Beautiful talks about a growing national movement of faith-based organizations that are seeking to put their landholdings to work for housing, known as Yes-In-God’s-...
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December 28, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Sunday Video: What Is The YIGBY Housing Movement? www.theurbanist.org/2025/12/28/s...