Douglas County commissioners approve climate action plan
Douglas County commissioners on Wednesday approved a climate action plan intended to help mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
Lawrence, Douglas County commissions to hear presentations on draft climate action plan; county to consider adopting it
Local governments will soon consider adopting a final draft of a climate action plan to help Lawrence and Douglas County mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
Lawrence-Douglas County Office of Sustainability
Douglas County Sustainability Office seeks feedback on climate action plan
The Douglas County Sustainability Office will hold open house meetings this week and next to hear from the public about a draft climate action plan.
Douglas County sustainability team to hold climate effects focus group with BIPOC community members
BIPOC community members are invited to share how climate issues affect their communities as part of a session with the Douglas County sustainability team.
Douglas County Sustainability Team seeks Indigenous community members’ perspectives on climate
Indigenous community members are invited to join with the Douglas County Sustainability Team on Wednesday for a climate justice discussion.
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Drought elevates concerns about wildfires, climate change’s effects on Douglas County
Daniel Lassman has more than two decades of experience with controlled burns in rural Douglas County, but a recent burn on his family’s farm caused him to take a step back and re-evaluate his game plan.
Lawrence City Commission receives Climate Action Plan update, thanks sustainability staff
The Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday received an update from city staff about the progress of the Climate Action Plan and expressed excitement about moving it forward.
Lawrence-Douglas County Office of Sustainability
Lawrence, Douglas County residents can help shape Climate Action Plan
The Lawrence-Douglas County Sustainability Office wants to hear from local residents about how to address and protect the community from potential climate change risks. In addition, the Lawrence City Commission will receive an update on the Climate Action Plan on Tuesday.
Douglas County commissioners pleased with development of Climate Action Plan thus far
Douglas County commissioners heard an update Wednesday on local plans to address climate change. They commended the plan’s direction so far, as well as how it takes equity into account.
Community engagement survey for climate action plan is now available
The Douglas County Climate Action Plan Community Engagement Survey is now available online.
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