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Clean Energy Plan

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The City of Tallahassee is a longstanding leader in caring for our environment. We are a City that leads by example, and our results speak for themselves. Our Tallahassee Solar program generates 62-megawatts of solar power and is the largest airport-based solar farm in the world. Our StarMetro bus fleet contains 19 all-electric buses and is growing. Our Energy Smart PLUS (e+) program has been helping residents save energy and money through rebates, grants and loans for decades. While we've made great strides in sustainability and have already met our goals from the Kyoto Protocol and Paris Accords, there's more to be done in working with the community to reach 100% clean, renewable energy.

On February 20, 2019, our City Commission took the bold and visionary step of committing to transition Tallahassee to a 100% clean, renewable energy future by 2050, with continued reductions in greenhouse gas emissions along the way, thanks to the unanimous passage of the Clean Energy Resolution. Tallahassee is now one of over 160 cities in the U.S., and one of only 10 cities in Florida, to set this ambitious and important goal.

Healthy, vibrant living is a hallmark of Tallahassee. The City works to protect the community in doing our part to ensure a high-quality way of life for generations to come. This means prioritizing the reduction of our greenhouse gas emissions and incorporating clean, renewable energy into the fabric of our infrastructure.

Clean, renewable energy means cleaner air, healthier residents, new green jobs and a stronger more resilient community.

To achieve a 100% clean, renewable energy future, a plan must be developed to get there. To ensure success, feedback is needed on  issues including affordability, equity, local job creation, access to local power, opportunities for public health, benefits to the environment and more.

Virtual Community Information Sessions

To provide input and help shape the Clean Energy Plan, please take our online survey, and join us for one of the upcoming community information sessions.

The City is hosting a series of events throughout the community to discuss the pathways to achieve our 100% net, clean renewable energy goals - and we want to hear from you! This is an opportunity to learn more about the City's commitment to a clean, renewable energy future and provide input on the roadmap.

Use the links below to REGISTER for one of the information sessions. You need only attend one session. The presentation for each will be identical; however, the Questions & Answers may be particular to that area of town. If you aren't able to attend the one for your area, please feel free to register for the make-up session on April 6.

NOTE- Disregard "Enter the meeting password" during the registration process.

Southwest- February 25

  • Closed (see make-up date below)

Northwest- March 18

  • Closed (see make-up date below)

Southeast- March 25

  • Closed (see make-up date below)

Northeast- April 1

  • Closed (see make-up date below)

Make-Up Session- April 6 (covers all areas of town)

  • Morning Session: 11 a.m. - Noon.
  • Evening Session: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

If you encounter any difficulties during the registration process or would like to receive the mobile call-in number, please contact CleanEnergy@Talgov.com.

 

This plan can only be developed with your input and through strong community partnerships. Let's get started!

The Clean Energy Resolution was developed in partnership with Tally100, the City's Utility Citizens Advisory Committee and the local Sierra Club chapter. The resolution identifies two key milestones:

  • 2035: Achieve 100% clean, renewable energy in City Operations
    • Operate all City facilities using 100% clean, renewable energy
    • Shift City light-duty vehicles to 100% electric
    • Shift StarMetro fixed-route buses to 100% electric
    • Note: the remainder of the City's vehicle fleet will move to all electric as the technology becomes available for reliable service delivery
  • 2050: Achieve 100% clean, renewable energy community-wide
    • Shift all public and private uses of energy in Tallahassee to 100% clean, renewable energy sources
    • Note: any unavoidable use of non-renewable energy will be balanced by the export of renewable energy to other communities
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To provide your input and help shape the City's 100% Clean Energy Plan, please complete our survey below.

 

Take the Survey

Clean Energy Resolution (pdf)

FAQs

What does this goal for 100% clean, renewable energy mean? Why does it matter?

This goal continues the City’s shift away from fossil fuels towards cleaner, renewable energy sources like solar power. This transition will involve the types of vehicles and transportation we use, as well. Switching to cleaner energy sources will take place over time, but we need to keep at it to reverse the effects of climate change while creating a strong, more resilient community.

What counts as “clean, renewable energy” in this Plan?

The list of “clean, renewable energy” includes solar, wind, hydroelectric (water flow), geothermal (heat released from the Earth), biomass waste, biogas, energy efficiency and conservation and other technologies still being explored.

How will this work?

The first step towards achieving this goal is developing a plan to get there. That’s where you can help by taking the survey! In the months ahead, we’ll be working with the community to identify the best pathways to achieve an energy transition. You can check this page for updates as we move forward.

How much will this cost? Who’s going to pay for this?

This will be determined through the clean energy study and process of developing the plan to transition to 100% clean, renewable energy. We want to reach our energy goals without creating unnecessary financial burden on our residents and businesses. As such, your participation throughout this process is key.

What are some of the ways we can achieve our 100% clean, renewable energy goal?

This is precisely what our study will identify, and we’ll be seeking your input along the way. In the meantime, you can get started with a free energy audit from the City and take advantage of any number of rebates, grants and loans measures, including on-bill financing for solar panels, through the City’s Energy Smart PLUS (e+) program at Talgov.com. You can also look into the City’s Tallahassee Solar program.  

I don’t live within City limits; will I be impacted by this?

If you live or work in Tallahassee or close by, we’d like to hear from you. You don’t have to be a customer of the City’s Electric and Gas Utility to provide input. Our clean energy goals will eventually touch everyone who travels into or through our community.

How can I get involved?

You can start by completing our survey above! Additionally, you can sign-up to receive City news at https://www.talgov.com/cotnews/subscribe.aspx and follow @CityofTLH on social media. If you have specific questions, please email us at CleanEnergy@Talgov.com.

Is the survey required?

No, the survey is not required but your feedback is highly valuable – and sincerely appreciated! The survey will ensure that your support and concerns are heard as the community works together to map out its 100% clean, renewable energy future.

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