Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Targets

The Town of Concord has ambitious goals to mitigate our impact on climate change by reducing our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. These goals were approved at the 2017 Annual Town Meeting and align Concord with the goals set in the Massachusetts Global Warming Solutions Act and the Paris Climate Accord.

• By 2020: 25% reduction in town-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from 2008
• By 2030: 100% carbon-free electricity source
• By 2050: 80% reduction in town-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from 2008

A greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory is the standard approach to measuring community-wide GHG emissions. Concord's most recent GHG Inventory is for the year 2019. This inventory was completed in March 2021. Two previous GHG inventories were conducted for years 2008 and 2016 using the Global Protocol for Cities.

To learn how we're doing toward meeting our goals, check out the 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report and the 2019 Progress Report on Community GHG Emissions.

Priority Actions from the 2020 Climate Action and Resilience Plan - Sustainable Concord

The 2020 Climate Action and Resilience Plan, Sustainable Concord, outlined 22 priority actions, comprised into the 5 elements of: Built Environment, Natural Resources, Mobility, Preparedness, and Energy.

You can view the full list of actions by element, including with implementation blueprints, such as steps, partners, and timeframes, on the 2020 Sustainable Concord Dashboard here. 

Sustainability is a team effort - let's to work together to reduce our emissions!

10 Things You Can Do TODAY to Help Create a More Sustainable Concord

Are you a Concord resident? 

Reduce your carbon footprint at home and on the move. Get involved in the community and share with your friends, family, and neighbors.

Are you a Concord business?

Reduce emissions, cut costs, and contribute to our sustainability goals. And let us know how we can best work together.