Seattle-based Ridwell collects hard to recycle materials (plastics, batteries, light bulbs) from homes in cities like Los Angeles and the Bay Area. Most curbside programs won’t accept these items. ♻️ #LocalClimate #WasteSolutions

Record heat and dwindling snowpack don’t just threaten ski seasons ⛷, they worsen urban heat islands, strain water supplies, and hit low-income communities hardest. That’s why climate policy must center equity 🌎 #ClimateJustice #ActLocal

If we want real climate progress, we have to empower cities 🌆 Understanding state law is key to unlocking stronger local action 🌱

Sea level rise is reshaping Sausalito’s waterfront, king tides and stronger storms are flooding streets, businesses, and public spaces. Local climate adaptation planning, like risk assessments and shoreline resilience strategies, is essential to protect the community’s way of life🌎

In Louisville, residents and city programs are teaming up to plant resilient trees that can withstand rising temperatures. Every tree helps cool neighborhoods, clean the air, and make communities stronger. Local action today builds a healthier, more climate ready city tomorrow. 🌿🌎 #LocalAction

L.A. gardens are healing spaces for people impacted by incarceration, and they also help our city’s climate. Trees, soil, and green spaces cool neighborhoods, absorb carbon, and make communities more resilient. 🌿💧

35 years of protecting Escondido’s watershed! From clean water to thriving wildlife, local conservation shapes resilient communities and a cooler, greener future. Every local action counts. 🌎✨ #LocalClimateAction #ProtectOurWatersheds

Seattle’s new push to rebate heat pump installations and phase out oil heating is real local climate policy in action 🌍💡 It shows how cities can lead on decarbonization by making clean tech affordable for residents.🔁♻️

This empowers local-level action as Local governments can argue: if climate risk has a price, then local resilience has value and deserves funding. This shows all communities that local-level input and action is essential. 📢#ClimateAction www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

💐Back in 2021, Richmond upheld its accelerated electrification plan for new buildings despite opposition, a vote that keeps the city on track to phase out fossil fuel reliance! 🏙️ Inspiring other cities like Vancouver! (www.safecities.earth/good-news-on...)

Registration is open for the 2026 Vermont Changemakers Summit 🌿 Join organizers, advocates, and community members from across Vermont for workshops and collaboration on climate, democracy, and justice 🌎🌱 Register 👇 vnrc.org/vtchangemakerssummit

🔥Saint Paul faces rising climate challenges: more heatwaves, worsening air quality, flooding risks, and ecological changes impacting neighborhoods, especially those already facing disparities

🌟Local clean energy success! Ipswich is installing heat pumps at Town Hall, backed by a $500K decarbonization grant. Upgrades across 9 buildings guarantee $213K in first-year energy savings and cut utility costs long-term💰

Top 10 LCPN Cities in lowest per capita direct emissions (2024). Number 4️⃣ is Somerville, MA 🌆🌎 Run On Climate analyzed GHG emissions data from Local Climate Policy Network member jurisdictions to identify the 10 cities and counties with the lowest per capita direct emissions in 2024.

Meet Jill Davidson, newly sworn-in Providence Ward 2 Councilor 🌿Backed by ROC, she brings 6 years at the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council: expanding parks, bike paths, tackling flooding, and securing millions for resilient neighborhoods like Olneyville #ROCEndorsed

NOW Miami Climate Week: March 14–21, 2026! 🌴 🌎Join local events like beach cleanups, habitat restoration, climate health talks, sea turtle conservation & community workshops 🌟A week of action connecting residents to real climate solutions in Miami #MiamiClimateWeek

📈Leveling up Local Policy! Massachusetts cities are joining the Climate Leader Communities program, building on the Green Communities Act to shift from energy savings to real greenhouse gas reductions.

Meet Latasha Palmer, newly elected to the Tacoma City Council, backed by Run On Climate! She is focused on holding the city accountable on climate, strengthening oversight to keep Tacoma on track for carbon neutrality by 2050 🌾🌞🌻#ROCEndorsed

[email protected]🤩newly elected Minneapolis City Council member 🌱With backing from ROC, he won his race and is fighting to fund building decarbonization while expanding bike and pedestrian infrastructure 🫂Committed to climate justice and a zero-carbon future #ROCEndorsed

Top 10 LCPN Cities in lowest per capita direct emissions (2024). Number 5️⃣ is West Hollywood, CA 🌴🌎 We’re proud to have climate leaders like Mayor Chelsea Byers helping move this work forward in West Hollywood. View the full list 👇 🔗 runonclimate.org/top-10

🏵️Eureka City Council unanimously approved the Regional Climate Action Plan, tackling transportation emissions with EV charging, transit, and bike/ped trails, laying the groundwork for a greener California, 🌿carbon-neutral future! #Climatepolicy

🗣️Philly residents, your voice counts! 🌟Join Climate Ready workshops Feb–Apr 2026 to share experiences with storms, heat & flooding, guide city resilience actions, & help shape Philadelphia’s Climate Resilience Plan 🌀Connect Now at: hingecollective.typeform.com/to/y9QwmUpx?...

🌠Philadelphia cut municipal carbon emissions 49%! With 30% of operations 🔋powered by renewables, LED streetlights, and LEED Gold buildings! Philly is advancing local climate action while lowering energy costs 🎉#Climatepolicy

⚡In 2025, Berkeley passed a first‑of‑its‑kind policy cutting air & climate pollution from existing homes at sale, helping reduce emissions and lower energy bills!

Imagine lower electric bills, cleaner power, and a grid run for the people. The Hudson Valley Power Authority shows how communities can take charge of energy and climate goals. 💡🔌 #ClimateAction #LocalLevel

A painted bike lane is not in itself a climate policy. Research from Oxford finds that cities unlock cycling’s full potential for cutting emissions only when they pair safe, continuous bike networks with secure parking and workplace support. 🌇

Even reefs thought to be safe aren’t immune when local pressures pile up. Reducing pollution and overfishing at the community level helps reefs stand a chance🌊 🐠 #LocalClimateAction

The ideas that feel like “big global pledges” are achievable by starting with local climate policy. Cities, towns, and neighborhoods are where emissions can drop, and people feel the change in their daily lives 🌱#ClimateAction

From organizing cleanups to demanding stronger oversight, residents of Niagara Falls are stepping up to confront pollution and build a healthier future. Local action shows the power of community led climate solutions. ⚡🌿 #ClimateAction

When we choose climate-smart housing policies, more homes near jobs and transit, efficient buildings, protections for long‑time residents, we’re not just cutting emissions, we’re building communities where everyone can thrive. 🏠#LocalAction

Wrapping up our Policy Team series! (3/3) ⚡🌍 This team is focused on turning climate goals into measurable progress at the local level. Research, collaboration, and bold thinking are all part of the process. We’re so glad to have them with us this spring and excited for the impact ahead. 🌿

New research shows that if power fails during a heat wave, most Austin homes could become dangerous, especially for older residents. It’s a stark reminder that climate resilience and grid reliability need to be part of local policy planning. 🌡️⚡ #ClimateAction www.jsg.utexas.edu/news/2026/02...

The most powerful work is happening locally: towns strengthening climate plans, communities expanding clean energy, and neighbors building resilience together. Big outcomes start with small, collective actions right where we live. 🌍✨

Alameda earned a Gold Bicycle Friendly Community award thanks to protected lanes, safety upgrades, and years of bike-friendly planning 🚲🌍. Progress like this means cleaner air and safer streets! #SustainableCities #GreenCity sf.streetsblog.org/2026/02/05/a...

🏙️City by city, these small, visible upgrades show how municipal climate action actually improves quality of life 🙌 #Climatepolicy

By teaming up with nearby organic farms and keeping ‘grain to glass’ production close to home, this Wisconsin distillery is supporting soil health, reducing transport emissions, and strengthening local climate-smart agriculture 🌿🥃 insideclimatenews.org/news/0902202...

Meet our 2026 Policy Team! (1/3)🌿 This group is diving into climate research and helping turn bold ideas into real policy action. From strategy to implementation, they’re already hard at work. We’re so excited to have them on board. Stay tuned to meet the rest of the team. 🌎✨

Regenerative farming at Tabula Rasa Farms is MORE than sustainable agriculture; it’s restoring soil, water, & ecosystems while producing food that benefits people and the planet 🌱 Local climate action starts with healthy land & healthy communities 🌟 #LocalClimateAction

In 2025, San José Clean Energy expanded its award-winning Solar Access Program. Honored with the Beacon Leadership & Innovation Award and a City Council commendation, proof that equitable, collaborative climate action works🌞 Special shoutout to @anthonytordillos.bsky.social! #Climatepolicy

Big milestone for South Burlington 🎉 In 2025, the city launched its first Active Transportation Plan, paving the way for safer streets, lower emissions, and a healthier, more connected community. Shout-out to LCPN members Andrew Chalnick & Laurie Smith for helping make it happen 🚴‍♀️!

Last year, Evanston, a LCPN city, became Illinois’ first city to adopt the Stretch Energy Code! 🏙️Boosting building efficiency by 40-50%! This key step helps meet emissions goals & saves homeowners ~$250/year. Leading the way for IL! Shoutout 👏 @danielbiss.bsky.social, J. Nieuwsma, & J. Geracaris

Meet @tarazrinski.bsky.social, newly elected Northampton County Executive! 🤩With backing from ROC, she is leading the charge on renewables, EV infrastructure, and land preservation. Committed & making climate action real. Join her in this fight for a healthier future! #NorthamptonPA #ROCEndorsed

Top 10 LCPN Cities in lowest per capita direct emissions (2024). Number 6️⃣ is Oak Park, IL 🌳🌎 We’re proud to have climate leaders like Village Trustee @derekeder.com helping move this work forward. An entrepreneur and civic technology leader who works to strengthen community engagement.

🚗⚡Edmonds is building a cleaner future, 1 parking space at a time! The city’s zoning code ➡️ requires EV charging infrastructure in new development & major projects This isn’t just about EVs, it's about reducing emissions, ✚ air quality, & supporting Edmonds’ broader climate goals #ClimateAction

San José earned a 💯from CDP for climate transparency, planning & action: one of only 112 cities worldwide! Their Climate Smart 2025 plan drives progress in energy, transportation & buildings to reduce emissions and protect communities 👥 #ClimatePolicy 🫶 @anthonytordillos.bsky.social& David Cohen!

San Diego County’s DIY Sustainability Toolkit lets homeowners borrow tools to track energy and water use, plus LED bulbs and low-flow showerheads to save energy and cut bills. A simple way to support local climate goals 🌍💡 #LocalClimate #EnergySavings

Newly elected Oakland City Council Member @charleneforoakland.bsky.social, backed by ROC, brings experience leading a $4.2B plan to reconnect divided communities, to advance housing, shelters, & green jobs. As an EPA environmental justice advisor, she’s ready to lead now 📚Support her! #ROCEndorsed

Meet Noah Lieberman, running for Madison, WI Common Council District 14! Backed by ROC, will lead climate justice by improving rapid bus transit and protected bike lanes, + expanding the PACE Loan program to help homeowners & small businesses afford solar/energy upgrades 🌸⚡Support! #ROCEndorsed

Meet Hannah Shvets, newly elected to Ithaca’s Common Council, endorsed by Run On Climate. Committed to fully rolling out the Green New Deal: cutting emissions, boosting public transit, reducing car use, and bringing clean energy jobs to communities hit hardest by climate change #ROCEndorsed 🍃🍄🌎

Denver is developing its FIRST Sidewalk Implementation Plan to repair, widen & build missing sidewalks so everyone can connect safely to transit, parks & daily needs🌟boosting mobility, sustainability & community vibrancy Shoutout: S.Parady, @shontel4council.bsky.social, & @paulkashmann6.bsky.social