Climate Mayors

We're excited to share our new Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) Guidebook for Local Governments, developed collaboratively with C40 Cities, Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN), and Sustainable Capital Advisors! This guidebook provides a comprehensive roadmap for local governments to leverage the $27B of GGRF funding, covering green finance, program guidelines, and project development strategies. Explore the guidebook: https://lnkd.in/eYy9fb9R

The City of Boise is taking a stand against extreme urban heat! A citizen science project led by young researchers from the Idaho Conservation Corps, in collaboration with CAPA STRATEGIES, LLC, the Centre for Regenerative Solutions (CRS), and the Treasure Valley Canopy Network, revealed that simple actions like planting trees can make a huge difference for residents. Tree canopies are critical in combating extreme urban heat and reducing energy burden, and we’re thrilled to see Boise taking action to meet the needs of the community. Read more about the study here: https://lnkd.in/ex3rVAK5

Clean energy tax credits are delivering real benefits—lowering household energy costs, fueling economic growth, and making cities more resilient. That’s why 133 mayors— including 68 #ClimateMayors —and local officials from 39 states, representing 25 million Americans, to urge Congress to protect these critical incentives—including from 23 states that President Trump won in 2024. Want to hear directly from city leaders on the impact in their communities? Check out these interviews: 📰 Mayor Kate Gallego on the clean energy boom in Phoenix: ➡️ Inside Climate News: https://lnkd.in/eF-TSpWj 📰 Mayor Kate Gallego on Phoenix’s growth from clean energy incentives: ➡️ The Guardian: https://lnkd.in/dwYsTyPA 📰 Mayor Kate Gallego & Mayor Lauren McLean on local leadership for a sustainable future: ➡️ SmartCitiesWorld: https://lnkd.in/ew_sJfi6 🎙️ Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway discussing clean energy wins in Madison thanks to clean energy tax credits: ➡️ John Fugelsang’s SiriusXM podcast: https://lnkd.in/eW7M_v9S

Last week, #ClimateMayors Chair and Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego was the keynote speaker at the GreenBiz Sustainability Conference in Phoenix. In her speech, she highlighted the important role US cities play in international climate diplomacy and how the support of Climate Mayors has helped make Phoenix a sustainable capital in the US. “Climate mayors are helping cities get new local funding and we have had a good record in Phoenix. This November we passed a plan with broad public support to make the city the most sustainable desert city,” said Mayor Gallego.

In case you missed it: Wyatt Myskow from Inside Climate News took the time to interview #ClimateMayors Chair and Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on her recent commitment to preserve her communities’ economic and environmental prosperity!   Mayor Gallego joined over 130 mayors and local officials across the country to urge Congress to protect the clean energy tax credits that are creating jobs and reducing household energy costs.    Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eF-TSpWj 

Today, over 130 mayors & local elected from 39 states sent a letter to members of Congress calling on them to preserve all clean energy tax credits. 📄💵 Local governments and organizations would feel the brunt of any repeals and losing access to credits would place the viability of projects nationwide in jeopardy. These credits have allowed municipalities and local organizations to save thousands of dollars on infrastructure improvements and energy projects, all while delivering direct and much-needed benefits to communities. Read more about the letter here: https://lnkd.in/eNScaPfT

🎉Exciting News! 🎉 Our Chair Emeritus and Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb has joined America Is All In as a Co-Chair to implement climate solutions that drive economic growth and job creation. “As an America Is All In Co-Chair, I will continue to drive forward the urban policies and projects that will boost the clean energy transition and build healthier, more equitable both communities in Cleveland and all U.S. cities,” said Mayor Bibb on his goals as Co-Chair.

Local elections are pivotal in shaping the future of U.S. climate politics, and our Climate Mayors are rewriting the rules of climate action; one town at a time. Climate Mayors members, Mayor Bruce Rector of Clearwater, Mayor Kelly Girtz of Athens, and Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra of Northampton share the different tactics they are implementing to reduce emissions and drive resiliency in their communities. Read the full interviews here: https://lnkd.in/e-_S6HgN

In an interview with POLITICO, Climate Mayors Chair Kate Gallego emphasizes that mayors will “lead more with local funding and local solutions” to reach our climate action goals. Our network of nearly 350 mayors is committed to leading the fight against climate change from the local level. Across the country, green investments are driving a bipartisan story of economic growth. Phoenix, under the leadership of Mayor Gallego, is becoming a capital of clean energy investment, showcasing the powerful impact of local leadership. "The world is counting on us," says Mayor Gallego. Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/e5SUpWF8

In this op-ed, our Vice-Chair Mayor Lauren McLean shares her thoughts about how the City of Boise is mobilizing funding, including a $3.2 million infrastructure grant, to boost workforce development and build a future-ready city. She also discusses how the Local Infrastructure Hub, an initiative spearheaded by Bloomberg Philanthropies, is providing pro-bono strategy sessions, technical training, and more to help cities and towns access federal funds to address pressing infrastructure needs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/edC2SZxk