This framework from Shelby County, TN, sets carbon emission reduction targets for the Memphis area and outlines specific actions in energy, transportation, and waste management to achieve a 71% reduction in GHG emissions between 2016 and 2050. Key actions include implementing green building standards, expanding the urban tree canopy, improving public and active transportation options, and diverting waste streams from landfills.
Policy Details:
Locale: Memphis, Tennessee [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 3A: Warm Humid
Jurisdiction: County [>150K]
Citation:
Memphis Area Climate Action Plan (2022)




