A2Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan

City densification, affordable housing, commercial development, sustainable energy — Ann Arbor is contending with a number of important issues that are keeping city officials very busy. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked with Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor about the city’s goals moving forward.

In June of 2020, the City of Ann Arbor adopted its A2Zero Plan. Its goal was to move the city to full carbon neutrality by the year 2030. Under the best of circumstances, it presented a difficult task. With the new administration enacting funding cuts and some new local challenges, it may be nearly impossible to hit the target date. WEMU's David Fair talked with Ann Arbor Energy Commission member John Mirsky about what comes next.

Ann Arbor city operations are now powered by 70% renewable energy — a significant jump over the past five years. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

The City of Ann Arbor has a new 10-year deal with DTE to replace its gas franchise agreement with a new heating franchise. Negotiators say it’s the first in the nation to include climate and carbon reduction goals. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The City of Ann Arbor has opened registration for Washtenaw County residents to receive free tree seedlings for their home landscaping. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.

Ann Arbor’s Energy Commission has put the brakes on a resolution asking the City Council to pass a carbon pollution impact fee. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations and zerowaste.org are hosting the Zero Waste Challenge. The week-long challenge will gamify ways to reduce waste for local residents. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

It may be cold outside, but using alternative transportation to get around town is still a vital component of Ann Arbor’s A2Zero Carbon Neutrality plan. That’s the idea behind the “Conquer the Cold” challenge. The challenge is organized by the 'getDowntown' program runs through February 20th. WEMU's David Fair spoke with 'getDowntown' director, Lilliane Webb, to learn more about goals and impact.

As part of its A2Zero goals, the City of Ann Arbor is considering changes to its bicycle parking requirements. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Ann Arbor is expanding its A2Zero Home Energy Rebate program. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.