Tempe, AZ
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2025
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2024
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Local Commitment(s)
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Resolutions, Ordinances, or Other Climate Legislation
This assessment is based on three pieces of legislation. Tempe, Arizona has adopted a resolution, proclamation, and participation agreement focused on renewable energy procurement and energy efficiency. The city committed to purchasing solar power through a partnership with Salt River Project that will provide renewable energy to municipal operations, while simultaneously launching an Energy Efficiency Day initiative to reduce energy consumption across city buildings, lighting, water systems, and vehicle fleets. The city is also developing an Energy Equity Roadmap to ensure efficiency improvements benefit all residents equitably and is considering adoption of the International Green Construction Code to reduce emissions. These actions represent Tempe’s multi-faceted approach to transitioning municipal operations toward renewable energy sources and reducing overall energy demand through efficiency improvements.
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Reports & Planning Documents
This overview is based on eight climate and sustainability planning documents from the City of Tempe. The reports include multiple versions of the Climate Action Plan (2019 and 2021 updates), an annual sustainability progress report, and an Urban Forestry Master Plan. Primary focus areas include reducing greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency and renewable energy, expanding sustainable transportation options, mitigating extreme heat through urban forestry and green infrastructure, and advancing equity in climate action. Notable programs include resilient energy hubs, Transportation Demand Management, the Johnny G Martinez Water Treatment Plant Solar Project, the Tempe Streetcar, and community solar initiatives. Implementation involves dedicated staff positions for climate justice and youth engagement, revolving funds for energy upgrades, and expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
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