The Town of Boone is creating a new climate policy to help meet renewable energy goals by 2050. The process includes a community survey and partnerships with local stakeholders.
Boone officials are taking steps to update their current comprehensive plan as the community continues to grow. That includes a new Community Climate Action Plan to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and climate impacts.
The goal is to have the entire town running on 100 percent renewables by 2050 and reach net zero carbon emissions by then.
Earlier this year, Boone became the first municipality in North Carolina to achieve 100% renewable energy in government facilities using solar and hydroelectric power. Other investments include buying hybrid vehicles for the town’s police and other departments and working with Appalachian State University on climate-related initiatives.
Local leaders say…