Marin leaders push for aggressive climate action amid federal funding cuts

Marin County leaders are calling for urgent action to combat climate change, emphasizing the need for local initiatives to fill the void left by federal policy rollbacks. During a recent government meeting, a representative from Sustainable San Rafael and the Marin Climate Action Network highlighted that while Marin is on track to meet its greenhouse gas goals, the county must intensify its efforts in light of diminished national climate leadership.

The speaker urged local governments to adopt new ordinances to maintain momentum in climate action, including electrification reach codes and mandatory energy efficiency audits for homes at the time of sale. They also proposed hosting annual electric vehicle (EV) acceleration events and continuing investments in educational resources for building electrification.

In a bold move, the representative suggested supporting a countywide climate mobilization ballot measure to address local funding gaps caused by federal cuts. This initiative aims to empower Marin to lead the way in creating a sustainable future, similar to its successful wildfire prevention efforts.

As the county navigates these challenging times, the call for collective action and local leadership is clear: Marin must step up to ensure a safe climate future for its residents.