City of Carson Receives $50,000 Grant from SoCalGas for Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Planning Update

CARSON— The City of Carson has received a $50,000 grant from SoCalGas, which will be instrumental in the update of its climate action plan or CAP. The funding is part of SoCalGas’ 2024 climate adaptation and resiliency grant and represents a joint effort between the city’s Sustainability, Emergency Services, and city manager’s office to foster a resilient and sustainable future for the community.

“For the seventh year in a row, SoCalGas’ climate adaptation and resiliency grants will help cities with local planning efforts to prepare for and recover from climate change risks, such as extreme heat, wildfires, drought, subsidence, sea level rise, flooding, and mudslides. Addressing environmental challenges aligns with our mission to build the cleanest, safest, and most innovative infrastructure company in America,” said Jawaad Malik, vice president of Strategy, Sustainability and chief environmental officer at SoCalGas.

The CAP, a strategic framework that expired in 2022, is due for a renewal to incorporate the latest data on emissions and to adjust the city’s strategies accordingly. This plan is a commitment to actionable and measurable goals that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the most cost-effective manner. It is a comprehensive roadmap that builds upon the information gathered by GHG inventories, focusing on activities that promise the greatest emission reductions.

The City of Carson will use its grant to update its climate action plan, which will serve as the city’s guiding tool to increase sustainability, improve energy efficiency, and meet its greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals over the next 20 years.

Understanding the importance of proactive climate adaptation, with the support of SoCalGas, the city is poised to enhance its efforts in combating climate change and in environmental stewardship.

This grant signifies more than just monetary support; it is a testament to the collaborative spirit between SoCalGas and the City of Carson, united in the pursuit of a greener tomorrow.

The City of Carson invites the community to stay engaged and informed as it embarks on this journey to update their climate action plan.

Details: Contact the city manager’s office at 310-830-7600

For more information about SoCalGas’ environmental initiatives, visit https://www.socalgas.com/sustainability. For more information about SoCalGas’ Climate Adaptation Program, visit https://www.socalgas.com/sustainability/sustainability-at-socalgas/climate-grant.