Dubuque recognized by the White House for efforts to address climate change
Dubuque has been recognized by the White House;
The winners of the competition for cities will receive additional government resources to deal with global warming’s impacts, including data tools and a dedicated coordinator to help cities access federal funding.
Dubuque was selected for its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 50 percent below 2003 levels by 2030, the release states. In addition, the city is focused on combating its flooding issues through “risk reduction and resilience, especially as it relates to development and redevelopment of community infrastructure.”
Dubuque Mayor Roy Buol said the announcement confirms the successful public and private partnerships on climate initiatives.
Buol said among the city’s accomplishments are the adopted goal of reducing carbon emissions by 50 percent by 2030, renovations to the city’s Water and Resource Recovery Center and the Bee Branch Creek Restoration to mitigate flooding issues. He said he is frequently asked by other city leaders about Dubuque’s sustainability projects to emulate in their communities.
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