City of Urbana

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City of Urbana Sustainability Profile

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The City of Urbana works to reduce its environmental impact while increasing the quality of life for residents and promoting economic vitality. The city has established a Sustainability Advisory Commission to assist the Mayor and City Council in identifying priorities for sustainability initiatives. Urbana's efforts include renewable energy programs, geothermal heating and cooling initiatives, and a comprehensive climate action plan.

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City of Urbana Sustainability Actions

Municipal Electric Aggregation Program

The City of Urbana's Municipal Electric Aggregation Program purchases Renewable Energy Credits (REC) for all electricity used by residents who have opted into the program.

Geothermal System Incentives

The city is working to familiarize people with geothermal heating and cooling, as well as lower the initial investment for a geothermal system through incentive programs.

Business Sustainability Incentives

The city offers incentives available for businesses that increase their sustainability efforts, including TIF District Energy Incentive providing cash incentives equal to 5% for qualifying projects.

City of Urbana Sustainability Commitments

2020

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction

The Urbana Climate Action Plan aims to achieve a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 from a 2007 baseline.

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