Making local government greenhouse gas neutral

How your municipality can lead the way in greenhouse gas neutrality

Authors: Lothar Eisenmann, Lisa Muckenfuß, Carolin Fischer

The focus paper offers a practice-orientated introduction to the topic of greenhouse gas-neutral municipalities. It explains what is behind the term "greenhouse gas-neutral local government" and guides you step by step through the process.
 

You will learn how your local authority can get started and adopt a basic resolution, set targets and draw up a GHG balance sheet for the local administration. The focus paper supports you with further reading tips and practical tips for implementation. It will help you to create a concept for the implementation of GHG neutrality and lists sensible measures with which your municipality can achieve the targets set. The tips on costs and financing options as well as sample wording for resolution texts are also helpful.
 

If your municipality is already on the target path to GHG neutrality, the focus paper offers valuable support in reviewing and securing progress. Benefit from practical examples and explanations on monitoring and controlling.