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Council hears wide public support and questions on proposed Omaha Climate Action and Resilience Plan
Summary
City staff and the mayor’s office presented the proposed Climate Action and Resilience Plan, which sets a goal of 52% emissions reduction by 2035 and net-zero by 2050; proponents from environmental groups, utilities and business backed the plan while opponents questioned feasibility and costs.
City planning staff and the mayor’s office presented the proposed Omaha Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) to the City Council and recorded an extended public hearing that included dozens of proponent organizations and several opponents.
Marco Floriani of the mayor’s office reviewed the plan’s goals and process, saying the city’s stated goal is a 52% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 and net‑zero by 2050, and describing public engagement. Floriani said 2,800 community members participated in outreach but noted a correction…
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