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Mayor and City Council
Scott Chadwick, City Manager
Michael Grim, Senior Program Manager, CAP Administrator
mike.grim@carlsbadca.gov, 760-602-4623
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This progress report describes the status of staff's efforts to correct an error in the calculations
used for the greenhouse gas inventory used in the Climate Action Plan. Staff's analysis indicates
that the updated target greenhouse gas emissions for 2035 can be met by adding community
choice energy1 as a greenhouse gas reduction measure for the Climate Action Plan . This means
that greenhouse gas reductions achieved through electricity purchases by the city's newly
formed Clean Energy Alliance could be included in assessments of the plan's effectiveness. This
report also contains information regarding the Climate Action Plan's implementation during
Reporting Year 3, fiscal year 2018-19, and subsequent months.
Discussion
Background
On Sept. 22, 2015, the council approved the Climate Action Plan, or CAP, along with the General
Plan Update and an associated environmental impact report (Resolutions 2015-242 and 2015-
244). The purpose of the action plan is to describe how greenhouse-gas emissions within the
City of Carlsbad will be reduced in accordance with statewide targets through the
implementation of certain measures. These measures were based upon the greenhouse gas
inventory, targets and forecasts contained in the action plan.
Because the action plan mitigates anticipated greenhouse-gas emissions emitted as a resu lt of
development envisioned in the city's General Plan, it is considered as a qualified CAP under the
California Environmental Quality.Act. That allows the developers of projects that are consistent
with the General Plan to cite the city's CAP for the environmental review of their projects.
In addition, a jurisdiction with a qualified CAP can develop a screening threshold for greenhouse
gas emissions below which a project can be exempted from having to have its consistency with
1 Community choice energy refers to communities purchasing power to meet their electricity needs instead of
buying it from a utility.
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the CAP detailed. This allows smaller development projects to rely upon the larger
programmatic greenhouse gas reduction measures of the Climate Action Plan to mitigate their
emissions.
On Jan. 21, 2020, the Carlsbad City Council received an informational presentation on the CAP
and vehicle miles traveled calculations. In this presentation, staff noted an error in the travel
calculations used for the original greenhouse gas inventory. Because of this error, the Climate
Action Plan can no longer be deemed to be a qualified plan under state law until accurate
greenhouse gas inventories, targets and forecasts are derived and greenhouse gas reduction
measures are included to meet those targets.
Greenhouse gas emissions inventory, targets and forecast
To restore the CAP to qualified status under the California Environmental Quality Act, new
greenhouse gas inventory, reduction targets and emissions forecast must be prepared. The
forecast must demonstrate that the reduction measures in the CAP can meet the appropriate
targets.
As stated at the Jan. 21, 2020, council meeting, this requires the addition of one or more
greenhouse gas reduction measures into the action plan. One of the possible measures is
community choice energy.
The University of San Diego's Environmental Policy Initiatives Center prepared a 2012
greenhouse-gas inventory based upon regionally recognized protocols and used that inventory
and California Air Resources Board guidance to derive greenhouse gas reduction targets for
2020 and 2035. The center then analyzed the greenhouse gas reduction impact of adding
community choice energy into the city's Climate Action Plan, as well as the changes in state and
federal policies.
As shown in the chart below, the analysis concluded that both the 2020 and 2035 targets could
be met with the addition of community choice energy as a one of the CAP's measures to reduce
greenhouse gases.
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In addition to implementing the CAP, the city has conducted other greenhouse gas emission
reduction activities, such as:
• Formation of the Clean Energy Alliance, a nonprofit entity that will operate a community
choice energy program2
• Completion of the draft Sustainable Mobility Plan
• Continued implementation of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plans
• Creation and implementation of the Carlsbad Connector shuttle service
Fiscal Analysis
This is an informational item regarding the progress in CAP implementation and greenhouse-
gas monitoring, therefore there is no fiscal impact related to this item.
Next Steps
Staff will return to the city council at a later date with a proposed amendment to the Climate
Action Plan to add community choice energy as a greenhouse-gas reduction measure and the
associated environmental review. The amendment will also include the revised greenhouse gas
inventories, targets and forecast.
Environmental Evaluation (CEQA)
Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, receiving an informational presentation on
CAP implementation and greenhouse-gas monitoring does not constitute a "project" within the
meaning of the California Air Quality Act in that it has no potential to cause either a direct or
indirect physical change in the environment, or a reasonable foreseeable indirect physical
change in the environment and, therefore, does not require environmental review.
Public Notification and Outreach
This item was noticed in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and was available for public
viewing and review at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting date.
Exhibit
1. Climate Action Plan Annual Report for Reporting Year 3, fiscal year 2018-19
2 The City of Carlsbad partnered with the cities of Del Mar and Solana Beach to create a community choice
energy program called Clean Energy Alliance that will provide an option for local customers to purchase power
from more renewable sources starting in 2021.
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City of Carlsbad Climate Action Plan
Annual Report
Reporting Year 3: July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019
August 2019
City of Carlsbad
Environmental Management
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Contact: Mike Grim, CAP Administrator
mike.grim@carlsbadca.gov; 760-602-4623
EXHIBIT 1
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Table of Contents
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I. Introduction.......................................................................................................................................... 1
II. Background on Climate Action Plan .................................................................................................... 1
III. CAP Measures and Actions .................................................................................................................. 5
A. Energy Efficiency ............................................................................................................................... 5
B. Renewable Energy............................................................................................................................. 5
C. Transportation .................................................................................................................................. 6
D. Water ................................................................................................................................................ 7
E. Public Outreach and Education ......................................................................................................... 7
IV. New Development Projects ................................................................................................................. 8
V. Monitoring ............................................................................................................................................ 8
A. Renewable Energy............................................................................................................................. 8
B. Electric Vehicles .............................................................................................................................. 10
C. Transportation General Plan Policies .............................................................................................. 12
VI. GHG Emissions Inventory and Forecast ............................................................................................. 14
VII. Summary ............................................................................................................................................ 15
Appendix A - FY 18-19 CAP Implementation Activities
Tables and Figures
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Figure 1 – 2011 Community GHG Emissions by Sector ................................................................................. 2
Table 1 – 2011 Community GHG Emissions by Sector .................................................................................. 2
Table 2 – CAP Measures and GHG Reductions ............................................................................................. 4
Table 3 - PV System Installations in Reporting Year 3 (FY 18-19)………………………………………………………………9
Figure 2 - Residential PV Installations and CAP Projections and Target ....................................................... 9
Figure 3 – Non-residential PV Installations and CAP Projections and Target ............................................. 10
Figure 4 - CVRP Participation in Carlsbad 2011-2018……………………………………………………………………………..11
Table 4 - Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installations in Reporting Year 3 (FY 18-19)………………………….11
Figure 5 – Bikeways by Classification .......................................................................................................... 13
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I. Introduction
The purpose of this document is to provide an update on the status of the Climate Action Plan
(CAP) implementation that occurred during the current reporting period. The CAP requires that
the city annually monitor and report on CAP implementation activities, and present this report
to the City Council in a public meeting. Given that CAP implementation is tied to the budget
cycle, staff chose the fiscal year calendar to be the reporting period. This Year 3 annual report
covers the FY 18-19 reporting period (July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019).
II. Background on Climate Action Plan
The City of Carlsbad’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) was adopted on Sept. 22, 2015, along with the
General Plan Update and associated Environmental Impact Report. The purpose of the CAP is to
describe how greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within Carlsbad will be reduced in accordance
with statewide targets.
Chapter 2 of the CAP contains information about the 2011 GHG inventory conducted at the
time of CAP development. A GHG inventory identifies the major sources and overall magnitude
of GHG emissions in the city using standard modeling methods and protocols. Typical inputs
include electricity consumed, natural gas consumed, vehicles miles traveled, solid waste
disposed, wastewater treated and potable and recycled water used.
Chapter 3 of the CAP contains a discussion of the forecasting used to determine the city’s GHG
targets for 2020 and 2035, as well as the GHG reductions anticipated by state and federal
policies and certain General Plan policies.
Chapter 4 of the CAP describes the additional Measures and Actions that the city must pursue
to reach its GHG emissions reduction targets.
To implement these additional Measures and Actions, the city needed to identify and allocate
appropriate funding. Therefore, subsequent to CAP adoption, staff contracted with University
of San Diego’s Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC) to study incremental internal costs to the
city for CAP implementation. All of the participating city departments and divisions were
surveyed to quantify the resources needed to effectively implement the CAP. On Feb. 23, 2016,
staff presented the findings of the study to City Council and noted that these costs would be
included in subsequent departmental budget requests. CAP implementation is a team effort
involving a number of city departments and divisions, coordinated by the CAP Administrator.
The interdepartmental CAP implementation team consists of Public Works (PW) – General
Services, PW – Traffic and Mobility, PW – Environmental Management, PW – Utilities,
Community and Economic Development – Planning, Parks & Recreation, Finance, City Attorney
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39%
25%
7%
3%
1%
25%
Transportation
Commercial
Industrial
Solid Waste
Wastewater
Residential
and City Manager - Communications. This team meets on an on-going basis to discuss CAP
implementation activities and opportunities for collaboration.
The city conducted its first GHG inventory in 2005, which is attached to the CAP as Appendix A.
As part of the CAP preparation, the city updated the 2005 inventory and prepared a 2011
inventory. Figure 1 and Table 1 below show the 2011 GHG emissions graphically and in tabular
form for the entire city, including emissions from both municipal operations and the
community. Municipal operations constituted approximately 1% of all GHG emissions in 2011.
Since there are several different types of GHG, GHG emissions are typically expressed in metric
tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e) to allow for standardization and comparison.
Figure 1 – 2011 Community GHG Emissions by Sector
Table 1 – 2011 Community GHG Emissions by Sector
Sector GHG Emissions (MTCO2e)
Residential 176,405
Commercial 178,712
Industrial 46,248
Transportation 273,745
Solid Waste 21,719
Landfill 2,598
Wastewater 6,317
Total
705,744
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Of the total emissions in 2011, 96% are attributed to the residential, commercial, industrial and
transportation sectors (e.g. buildings and automobiles). This emissions profile by sector is
typical of other cities; therefore, similar to most other CAPs, Carlsbad’s CAP focuses primarily
on GHG emissions reduction strategies on these sectors.
Forecasts for the Carlsbad CAP were conducted for 2020 and 2035 GHG emissions using the
Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative (SEEC) model. The CAP used the 2005 inventory as
the baseline. The first step in forecasting is to determine what is known as the “Business-As-
Usual” (BAU) projection. This projection is the amount of GHG emissions increase anticipated
over time due to population and job growth and vehicular traffic levels. The forecast then
deducts the anticipated emissions reductions derived from state and federal policies, such as
low carbon fuel standards, building energy code requirements and the state’s requirement for
utilities to provide electricity from renewable energy sources (known as the Renewable
Portfolio Standard or RPS).
The Carlsbad CAP considered another category of anticipated GHG emissions reduction from
the BAU projections: additional General Plan policies and actions. These policies and actions
deal with the transportation sector and include bikeway and pedestrian system improvements,
traffic calming, parking facilities and policies, and transportation improvements. After
deducting these anticipated GHG emissions reductions from the BAU projection, the model
then calculates the amount of additional GHG emissions reductions needed to reach the 2020
and 2035 targets.
The statewide targets used for the CAP are taken from Executive Order S-3-05 (EO S-3-05) and
the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, Assembly Bill (AB) 32. EO S-3-05 calls for a reduction
to 1990 levels by 2020 and 80% below 1990 levels by 2050. For Carlsbad, the targets are 15%
below the 2005 baseline by 2020 and 49% below the 2005 baseline by 2035.
The additional GHG emissions reductions necessary to reach the targets are known as the CAP
Measures; these measures are noted in Table 2. Each Measure has Actions, which once
implemented by the city, will result in the modeled GHG emissions reductions also shown in
Table 2.
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Table 2 – CAP Measures and GHG Reductions
Measure
Letter GHG Reduction Measures
GHG Reduction
in 2020
(MTCO2e)
GHG Reduction
in 2035
(MTCO2e)
A Install residential photovoltaic (PV) systems 2,896 10,136
B Install commercial and industrial PV systems 3,810 13,336
C Promote building cogeneration for large
commercial and industrial facilities 305 1,067
D Encourage single-family residential efficiency
retrofits 323 1,132
E Encourage multi-family residential efficiency
retrofits 100 351
F Encourage commercial and city facility
efficiency retrofits 5,251 18,377
G
Promote commercial and city facility
commissioning, or improving building
operations
5,251 18,377
H Implementation of Green Building Code 51 179
I Replace Incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs 6,257 21,900
J
New construction residential and commercial
solar water heater/heat pump installation and
retrofit of existing residential
3,315 11,604
K Promote Transportation Demand Management 6,728 23,549
L Increase zero-emissions vehicle travel 15,474 54,158
M Develop more citywide renewable energy
projects 1,309 4,580
N Reduce the GHG intensity of water supply
conveyance, treatment and delivery 1,705 5,968
O Encourage the installation of greywater and
rainwater systems 344 1,205
Total GHG Reductions 53,199 185,919
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III. CAP Measures and Actions
The CAP Measures listed in Table 2 can be grouped into four strategy areas: Energy Efficiency,
Renewable Energy, Transportation and Water. For each of the Measures, there are detailed
Actions that, taken together, should result in the anticipated GHG emissions reductions. Each of
the Actions has an implementation timeframe. Short-term Actions should be completed within
the first two years of CAP implementation; mid-term Actions should be completed within five
years; and, long-term Actions begin implementation in the first two to five years but will not be
completed within that timeframe.
The following section describes the progress made by the city in implementing the CAP
measures and actions, organized by the different strategy areas. A more detailed description of
activities conducted for each CAP Action, along with the 2035 performance goals for each
Measure, is contained in Appendix A of this report. The activities involving public outreach and
education are described in a separate section, since those efforts cross over all strategy areas.
A. Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is an important component to reducing energy consumption and lowering
GHG emissions. The State of California’s Energy Commission (CEC) has adopted a “loading
order,” a prioritized list of actions needed to reduce energy use, and energy efficiency is at the
top of the list. For Carlsbad, energy efficiency CAP Measures account for almost a third of the
planned GHG emissions reductions.
Measures D, E, F, G, H and I all deal with energy efficiency, both in the community and
municipal operations. These Measures call for ordinances mandating energy efficiency
improvements in residential and non-residential construction, commissioning of commercial
and city facilities, implementation of energy conservation measures in city facilities, and
promotion of energy efficiency rebate and incentive programs.
During the reporting period, staff continued to make progress in implementing the energy
efficiency related Measures. On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted energy efficiency
ordinances for major renovations of existing residential and non-residential buildings. PW –
General Services upgraded seven heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units at the
Faraday Center. LED lighting was installed at the Carlsbad City Library, Safety Training Center
and Oak Avenue paint shop area. West facing windows at the Safety Training Center were
tinted.
B. Renewable Energy
The provision of energy through distributed renewable sources can significantly reduce the
need for electricity from the grid and, therefore, lower GHG emissions. The CEC’s loading order
prioritization of energy efficiency is to lessen the amount of energy used, thereby minimizing
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the size and cost of the renewable energy system needed to power the building. According to
the CAP, renewable energy Measures will account for about one-fifth of the planned GHG
emissions reductions.
Measures A, B, C, J and M relate to community and city renewable energy improvements.
These Measures include ordinances requiring PV systems in new residential and non-residential
construction and existing commercial buildings, cogeneration in larger non-residential
buildings, alternative energy water heating systems, citywide renewable energy projects, and
promotion of renewable energy rebate and incentive programs. Cogeneration involves the
generation of electricity and another form of energy, such as using steam to provide heating for
a building.
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted ordinances requiring installation of solar photovoltaic
(PV panels) for all new non-residential development and major renovations of existing non-
residential buildings, as well as alternative energy water heating for all new residential and non-
residential development
C. Transportation
There are two primary facets of GHG emissions reductions related to transportation. The first is
to reduce the number of miles a vehicle is driven. Each mile driven represents an emission of
GHG. Reducing the length of trips, or the need to use a motorized vehicle, can significantly
reduce GHG emissions. The second facet of transportation-related GHG emissions is to reduce
or eliminate the GHG emissions coming from vehicles. Known as low- or zero-emissions
vehicles, these automobiles include alternative-fueled vehicles, hybrids and electric vehicles.
Taken together, reduction of vehicle miles traveled and tailpipe emissions represents the
largest single GHG emissions reduction strategy area. In the Carlsbad CAP, transportation-
related Measures total over 40% of the planned GHG emissions reductions.
Measures K and L address the transportation related GHG emissions reductions. Measure K
relates to reducing vehicle miles traveled and is closely tied to the policies contained in the
General Plan Mobility Element. On Feb. 26, 2019, the City Council approved a Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) plan and ordinance. Staff released a Request for Proposals in
March 2019 to solicit TDM consulting services.
Measure L involves reducing tailpipe emissions through an increase in the proportion of low-
and zero-emission vehicles on the road. On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted an ordinance
requiring installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure for all new residential and
non-residential development and major renovations of existing residential buildings. Other
activities during the reporting period included the purchase of ten plug-in hybrid city fleet
vehicles and installation of 20 fleet and employee EV charging stations, 10 at the Faraday
Center and 10 at the Carlsbad City Library.
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D. Water
Water conservation can lower GHG emissions because movement of water and wastewater
requires energy. Measures N and O promote increasing energy efficiency in the potable water,
recycled water and wastewater conveyance systems and using greywater and rainwater
collection systems.
The Carlsbad Municipal Water District (CMWD) analyzes energy usage of their pumps and
endeavors to increase energy efficiency of equipment whenever it is replaced. During the
reporting period, a sewer pump stations was removed and the Automated Metering
Infrastructure system was optimized and commissioned. Implementation of the Actions
associated with Measures N and O will continue in the mid- to long-term timeframe.
E. Public Outreach and Education
In addition to the provision of energy-efficient buildings or the availability of PV systems and
electric vehicles, a critical component to reducing GHG emissions is encouraging members of
the public to engage in behaviors that reduce GHG emissions. Bike lanes, pedestrian
improvements and transit expansion only reduce GHG emissions if people use them.
Measures C, D, E, F, G, and I all contain Actions related to public outreach and education.
During the reporting period, staff continued work on a multi-year, research-based strategy to
achieve measurable changes in public behavior, resulting in reduced GHG emissions.
Concurrent with the long-term strategy, staff implemented several short-term public outreach
and education tactics, including:
• Article in Carlsbad Business Journal
• News releases promoting GHG reduction measures and environmental events in local
media
• Mailed advisory letter to over 180 building owners regarding AB 802 energy
benchmarking and reporting requirements
• Informational materials available at city facilities.
• A website with information and resources
• Participation in the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Green Business Expo.
• Presentations at local, regional and statewide meetings, including the City of Carlsbad
Planning Commission and City Council, Southwestern HOAs, Carlsbad Sustainability
Coalition, Building Industry of America (BIA) North County Legislative Committee, San
Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Regional Planning Committee, and the
SEEC Forum.
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IV. New Development Projects
The CAP serves as an environmental review tiering document pursuant to Section 15183.5 of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. According to the CAP, any
discretionary project that will have GHG emissions greater than 900 MTCO2e must either
demonstrate consistency with the CAP or submit a project-specific GHG analysis for review and
approval.
During the reporting period, the Planning Division continued to implement the Climate Action
Plan Consistency Checklist and accompanying Guidance for Demonstrating Consistency with the
Climate Action Plan – For Discretionary Projects Subject to CEQA. The Checklist and Guidelines
are available at: http://www.carlsbadca.gov/services/building/forms/default.asp.
The CAP states that new projects demonstrated to emit less than 900 MTCO2e would not
contribute considerably to cumulative climate change impacts, and therefore do not need to
demonstrate consistency with the CAP. No development projects approved during the
reporting period met or exceeded the 900 MTCO2e threshold.
V. Monitoring
Monitoring of CAP implementation can be divided into three general areas: 1) progress on
implementing the CAP Actions; 2) progress on reaching the CAP Measures’ performance goals;
and, 3) progress in reaching the CAP GHG emissions reductions targets for 2020 and 2035.
A detailed description of the activities undertaken to implement the CAP Actions is contained in
Appendix A. Regarding the CAP Measures and their corresponding performance goals, there is
variability in the monitoring data sources. For example, monitoring for Measures D, E, F and G
require San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) electric and natural gas energy usage. Monitoring
for Measure L requires vehicle miles traveled (VMT) model output data. The energy usage and
VMT data will be collected during the biannual GHG inventory process, conducted by SANDAG,
and reported in the corresponding CAP Annual Report.
A. Renewable Energy
Measures A and B involve increasing the amount of residential and non-residential solar PV
systems in Carlsbad. Data for the reporting period were obtained from the permit activity in the
city’s EnerGov system. Table 3 shows the number and capacity in kilowatts (kW) of PV system
installations in the residential and non-residential sectors during the reporting period.
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Table 3 – PV System Installations in Reporting Year 3 (FY 18-19)
Sector Total
Finaled
Permits
Total
Capacity
(kW)
Highest
Capacity
Project (kW)
Lowest
Capacity
Project (kW)
Median
Project
Capacity (kW)
Residential 966 6,183.0 21.6 1.3 6.0
Non-residential 23 5,384.4 1,000.0 8.4 133.2
Figures 2 and 3 show the residential and non-residential PV installations as they relate to the
CAP projections and target. The data were obtained from SDG&E grid interconnections and the
city’s EnerGov system. The residential PV installations far exceed the CAP projections and are
greater than the 2035 target of 25 megawatts (MW) of capacity. Beginning in January 2020,
California building code will require PV in new residential construction, which will contribute to
the continuing increase in residential PV. The non-residential installations currently meet the
trend line amount for reaching the CAP target. The significant increase in non-residential PV
during the reporting period is mostly due to three large installations, which were required to
include PV through the discretionary permit review process. The city’s newly adopted non-
residential PV ordinance will require all new non-residential construction and major
renovations to include PV, thereby increasing the projects subject to the PV requirement.
Figure 2 - Residential PV Installations and CAP Projections and Target
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25.000
30.979
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Pre-201020102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026202720282029203020312032203320342035Cumulative PV Capacity (MW)Year
CAP Residential PV Target
BAU Projected Capacity Total Target Actual to Date
(Jan-Jun 2019)
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Figure 3 – Non-residential PV Installations and CAP Projections and Target
B. Electric Vehicles
CAP Measure L involves promoting an increase in the proportion of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV)
miles traveled, specifically EV, of the total VMT. One way to promote an increase in EV
ownership and use is to increase the number and locations of publicly available EV charging
stations.
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) administers the Air Quality Improvement Program
(AQIP), intended to fund clean vehicle and equipment projects, air quality research, and
workforce training. One of the AQIP programs is the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program (CVRP).
Administered by the Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE), CVRP provides rebates for the
purchase or lease of clean vehicles. CVRP participation statistics can be used to gauge EV
ownership. Figure shows the annual CVRP participation within Carlsbad from program inception
to 2018.
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10.000
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Pre-201020102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026202720282029203020312032203320342035Cumulative PV Capacity (MW)Year
CAP Non-residential PV Target
BAU Projected Capacity Total Target Actual to Date
(Jan -Jun 2019)
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Figure 4 – CVRP Participation in Carlsbad – 2011 to 2018
BEV = battery-electric vehicle; PHEV = plug-in hybrid electric vehicle; FCEV = fuel-cell electric vehicle; other = non-
highway, motorcycle & commercial BEV.
Data for the reporting period is available from July 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019. CVRP
participation was as follows: BEV = 253; PHEV = 115; FCEV = 3; Other = 1. The city is also
acquiring clean vehicles are part of fleet conversion strategy. During the reporting period, the
city purchased 10 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, which replaced existing combustion engine
vehicles.
The CAP Annual Report for Reporting Year 2 (FY 17-18) contained a locational analysis of
existing and future public EV charging stations. Several public (unrestricted access) and
workplace/fleet (restricted access) EV charging stations were added to the inventory during the
reporting period, as shown in Table 4.
Table 4 – Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installations in Reporting Year 3 (FY 18-19)
Location EV Service Provider Access Number/Type of Ports
Ralph’s Supermarket Volta Unrestricted Two L2
The Square at Bressi Ranch ChargePoint Unrestricted 15 L2
LiFT Business Park ChargePoint Unrestricted Seven L2
Nemko ChargePoint Restricted 6 L2
St. Patrick’s Parish Center Greenlots Restricted Eight L2
Carlsbad Supercharger Tesla Tesla only 20 DCFC
Legoland Castle Hotel Non-networked Guests only 14 L2
Pacific Vista Commerce Center ChargePoint Restricted 24 L2
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
CVRP Rebate Statistics for Carlsbad
2011 to 2018
BEV PHEV FCEV Other
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Location EV Service Provider Access Number/Type of Ports
Laurel Tree Apartments ChargePoint Unrestricted 6 L2
ThermoFisher ChargePoint Restricted 20 L2
2051 Palomar ChargePoint Restricted 20 L2
City of Carlsbad Faraday Center Greenlots Restricted 10 L2
Carlsbad City Library Greenlots Restricted 10 L2
L2 = Level 2 chargers; DFCF = DC fast chargers
With the exception of the ThermoFisher and City of Carlsbad charging stations, all other
workplace/fleet installations were constructed through SDG&E’s Power Your Drive program.
The installations at the two city facility sites were constructed through the Electrify America
program.
C. Transportation General Plan Policies
In addition to the CAP Measures and Actions described in Section III, the CAP also relies upon
implementation of some transportation related General Plan policies for GHG reductions. These
policies involve bikeway system improvements, pedestrian improvements and increased
connectivity, traffic calming, parking facilities and policies, and transportation improvements.
While the overall GHG reduction of these General Plan policies is relatively small (less than 4.5%
of 2035 reductions) it is important to track progress in completing these improvements because
they contribute increased and multimodal mobility within the city.
Bikeway and Pedestrian System Improvements
There were several improvements to the bikeway and pedestrian system during the reporting
period. In addition to the installation of a rectangular rapid flashing beacon for pedestrian
crossing at the intersection of Alicante Road and Lapis Road, major projects included:
2018-19 Slurry Seal – Added a four-foot buffer to existing bike lanes on both sides along
Poinsettia Lane, from El Camino Real to Melrose Drive.
2018 Concrete Replacement:
• Replaced 14 non-compliant and damaged curb ramps
• Replaced over 5,000 linear feet of broken or uplifted sidewalk (approximately 25,000
square feet)
• Relocated light pole, removed tree and installed missing piece of sidewalk on La Costa
Avenue to complete pedestrian path.
The city currently has 188.05 miles of bikeways, as shown in Figure 5. A total of 6.02 miles of
bikeways were added to the system during the reporting period.
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Figure 5 – Bikeways by Classification
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Parking Facilities and Policies
On Sept. 26, 2017, the City Council accepted a Parking Management Plan (PMP) for the
Carlsbad Village, Barrio and Beach Area, which contains many of the parking policies described
in the CAP. Implementation of the plan will occur through the Carlsbad Village and Barrio
Master Plan (adopted by City Council on July 24, 2018). The recommendations in the PMP
include hiring a parking program management program manager, incentivizing shared and
leased parking, reducing parking requirements, allowing bicycle parking as a replacement for
required parking, and installing digital parking locator infrastructure and wayfinding signs.
Transportation Improvements
During the reporting period, staff continued coordination with North County Transit District
(NCTD) in the finalization of the city’s Trolley Feasibility Study and the development of the
Carlsbad Connector, a first mile/last mile service connecting the Poinsettia Commuter Rail
Station to the employment centers in the city’s industrial parks.
VI. GHG Emissions Inventory and Forecast
As stated in the CAP Annual Report 2, dated August 2018, the city is participating in SANDAG’s
Climate Planning Services GHG inventory program and will receive a no-cost GHG inventory
every two to three years. As of June 30, 2019, the 2016 inventory was not received and,
therefore, it is not included in this annual report for Reporting Year 3 (July 1, 2018 – June 30,
2019).
The SANDAG-prepared 2016 inventory will differ from the GHG inventory contained in the CAP
in several ways. It will include emissions from energy used for water conveyance and
treatment. It will also include the electricity-related emissions from the Claude “Bud” Lewis
Desalination Plant, which was not operational in 2011 when the CAP emissions where
calculated. Lastly, the methodology for deriving transportation-related emissions, or VMT, used
in the 2016 inventory is different from that used in the CAP.
In addition to the changes in GHG inventory components and derivation, the CARB issued new
guidance on GHG emissions target setting and forecasting through their 2017 Climate Change
Scoping Plan. Issued in November 2017, the Scoping Plan aligns the forecasting and target
setting protocols in accordance with California’s 2030 GHG emissions targets. The city
contracted with EPIC to use the 2016 GHG inventory to forecast GHG emissions, derive targets,
and evaluate the city’s progress in reaching its targets. EPIC will use the Scoping Plan guidance
to derive the updated targets and forecasts. Once the 2016 inventory is received, and the
targets and forecast are established, staff will present the findings to the City Council and make
recommendations on updating CAP Measures and Actions if needed.
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VII. Summary
During the third year of CAP implementation, staff continued to make progress in carrying out
the CAP Measures and Actions. During the next fiscal and reporting year, staff will continue to
work and coordinate with consultants, SANDAG, SDG&E and other regional and business
partners to further CAP implementation and continue to lower GHG emissions.
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Appendix A
FY 18-19 CAP Implementation Activities
by Measures and Actions
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CAP Measures and Actions
2035 Performance Goals for Measures FY 18-19 CAP Implementation Activities by Measures and Actions
Timeframes in CAP:
Short-term = 1 - 2 years
Mid-term = 2 - 5 years
Short to Long-term & Mid-Long-term = begun but not completed in 5
years
A - Promote installation of residential photovoltaic systems
Promote installation of residential PV systems to produce an additional 9.1 MW above already projected amounts, or the equivalent of 2,682 more homes with PV systems, by
2035.
A-1
Temporarily - for a period of one year - suspend residential and
commercial PV system permit fees, together with a publicity
campaign to promote PV systems installation. (Short-term)
This action was deemed unnecessary due to the already increasing volume of residential and
commercial PV permits. Permit fees for Carlsbad are proportionate or lower than fees in other San
Diego region jurisdictions. In 2015, City Council adopted Ord. CS-285, which streamlined the
permitting process for small residential rooftop solar energy systems.
A-2
On a continuing basis, ensure that regulatory provisions - such
as complying with regulations for zoning, structure height,
permit submittal and review, etc. - do not hinder residential
and commercial PV system installation. (Short to Long-term)
Staff will continue to evaluate the zoning regulations and permitting process to ensure there is no
hindrance of PV installations.
A-3
Adopt an ordinance, similar to those passed by Lancaster and
Sebastopol, which requires new homes to install PV panels to
offset a portion of their energy use. (Short-term)
In December 2018, the California Building Standards Commission added a requirement to the
2019 statewide building codes that all new low-rise residential buildings in California will be equipped with solar systems. The requirement will take effect on Jan. 1, 2020. In February 2019,
city staff recommended that the City Council adopt the statewide residential PV requirement
rather than develop a local PV ordinance for residential buildings. In making the recommendation,
staff noted that the CAP’s 2035 goal for 25 megawatts of installed residential PV was reached in
2018.
B - Promote installation of commercial and industrial photovoltaic systems
Promote installation of commercial and industrial PV systems to produce an additional 10.7 MW above projected amounts, or roughly 15% of projected commercial and
industrial electricity use.
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B-1
Adopt a commercial energy conservation ordinance requiring
all new nonresidential developments with more than 50 cars
surface parked or on roofs of parking structures to use PV
panels over at least half of the surface/roof-parked cars or
provide equivalent energy conservation/generation by other
means (over and above other requirements). (Short-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-347, which requires all new
nonresidential buildings to install solar PV systems to offset a portion of their electricity
requirements. The ordinance was submitted to the California Energy Commission for review on
March 14, 2019 and will be enforceable once it is approved by the Commission. As of June 30,
2019, the ordinance was scheduled for approval at the Commission’s Aug. 14, 2019, business
meeting.
B-2
Adopt an ordinance requiring existing nonresidential
developments to install PV panels to offset a portion of their
energy use. (Mid-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-347, which requires existing
nonresidential buildings that undergo major renovations or additions to install solar PV systems to
offset a portion of their electricity requirements. The ordinance was submitted to the California
Energy Commission for review on March 14, 2019 and will be enforceable once it is approved by
the Commission. As of June 30, 2019, the ordinance was scheduled for approval at the
Commission’s Aug. 14, 2019, business meeting.
C - Promote building cogeneration for large commercial and industrial facilities
Promote building cogeneration for large commercial and industrial facilities, with the goal of producing 6.9 MW by 2035.
C-1
Promote cogeneration by publicizing grant opportunities and
financial incentives, such as the Self-Generation Incentive
Program and feed in tariffs for cogeneration systems, for
renovations of existing buildings by posting these on the city's
website and by other means. (Short-term)
Staff maintained a website to promote existing programs such as the Self-Generation Incentive
Program.
C-2
Install cogeneration systems on all city facilities that can
benefit from the installation of these systems and apply for
funding through the Energy Efficiency Financing for Public
Sector Projects program, or other similar funding sources. (Mid
to Long-term)
Staff evaluated the effectiveness of cogeneration systems on city facilities and no facilities met
the minimum criteria needed for useful cogeneration.
C-3
Require cogeneration systems for large commercial and
industrial facilities that have on-site electricity production, both
for new construction and retrofits. (Mid-term)
Staff is assessing the types of projects that could be subject to this Action, both existing and in the
future.
D - Encourage single-family residential efficiency retrofits
Encourage single-family retrofits with the goal of 50% energy reduction compared to baseline in 30% of the total single-family homes citywide (approximately 10,000 single-
family homes out of total of 35,000.)
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D-1
Publicize available incentive and rebate programs, such as
SDG&E's Residential Energy Efficiency Program, on the city's
website and by other means. (Short-term)
Staff maintained a website, made community presentations, and published articles in newsletters
and newspapers.
D-2
Create a citywide “Energy Challenge,” similar to the
Department of Energy's Better Buildings Challenge, to promote
cost-effective energy improvements, while having residents
and building owners commit to reducing energy consumption.
(Short-term)
Staff continued work on a multi-year, research-based strategy to achieve measurable changes in
public behavior, resulting in reduced GHG emissions. A program such as this could become part of
that strategy, based on the findings of research being conducted.
D-3
Adopt a residential energy conservation ordinance, which
requires residential property owners to conduct and disclose
an energy audit at the time of major renovations (as defined by
the ordinance,) to ensure that homes and residential
developments meet specified low cost energy efficiency
measures - such as requisite ceiling insulation, insulated pipes,
water heater blankets and exterior door stripping. (Short-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-347, which requires specified energy
efficiency measures in all major residential renovations. The ordinance was submitted to the
California Energy Commission for review on March 14, 2019 and will be enforceable once it is
approved by the Commission. As of June 30, 2019, the ordinance was scheduled for approval at
the Commission’s Aug. 14, 2019, Business Meeting.
E - Encourage multi-family residential efficiency retrofits Encourage multi-family retrofits with the goal of 50% energy reduction compared to baseline in 30% of the total multi-family homes citywide (approximately 5,000 single-
family homes out of total of 17,000.)
E-1 See D-1 above See D-1 above
E-2 See D-2 above See D-2 above
E-3 See D-3 above See D-3 above
F - Encourage commercial and city facility efficiency retrofits
Encourage commercial and city facility efficiency retrofits with the goal equivalent to a 40% energy reduction in 30% of commercial square footage citywide and in city-owned
buildings by 2035.
May 12, 2020 Item #6 Page 27 of 34
F-1
Undertake a program of energy efficiency retrofits for city-
owned buildings, with the goal of 40% reduction in energy use,
beginning with retrofits that would result in most substantial
energy savings. (Short-term)
Staff installed replacement LED lighting at the Carlsbad City Library, Safety Training Center and the
Oak Avenue paint shop area area. The west facing windows at the Safety Training Center were
tinted. Staff replaced seven HVAC units at the Faraday Center.
F-2
Promote available incentive and rebate programs, such as
SDG&E's Energy Efficiency Business Rebates and Incentives
Program, on the city's website and by other means. (Short-
term)
Staff maintained a website and published an article in the Carlsbad Business Journal.
F-3
Adopt a commercial energy conservation ordinance, which
requires property owners to ensure that commercial buildings
meet specified energy efficiency measures - such as requisite
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning improvements,
service water system requirements, and improved refrigeration
equipment, at time of conducting major renovations (as
defined by the ordinance). (Short-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-347, which requires specified energy
efficiency measures in all new and certain existing nonresidential buildings undergoing major
renovations. The ordinance was submitted to the California Energy Commission for review on
March 14, 2019 and will be enforceable once it is approved by the Commission. As of June 30,
2019, the ordinance was scheduled for approval at the Commission’s Aug. 14, 2019, Business
Meeting.
G - Promote commercial and city facility commissioning
Encourage commercial and city facility commissioning, or improving existing and new building operations, with the goal equivalent to a 40% energy reduction in 30% of
commercial square footage citywide and in city-owned buildings by 2035.
G-1
Promote commercial commissioning programs on the city's
website such as San Diego RCx, and similar programs for
commercial buildings. (Short-term)
Staff maintained a website to promote these programs.
G-2
Commission city facilities to improve building operations and
reduce energy costs, with a goal of 40% energy reduction in
30% of city facility square footage. (Mid-term)
The city is participating in SANDAG's Energy Roadmap program, which provides energy audits of
city facilities and recommends possible energy conservation measures. During the reporting
period, energy audits were conducted at the Calavera Hills and Stagecoach Community Centers.
H - Implement green building measures
Implementation of a 5% improvement in energy efficiency above the City of Carlsbad residential green building code (based on CALGreen, the statewide green building code),
for new construction.
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H-1
Adopt residential and commercial energy conservation
ordinances requiring a 5% improvement in energy efficiency for
residential and nonresidential new construction, above the
existing City or Carlsbad green building code. (Short-term)
At the time of CAP adoption, the City of Carlsbad was requiring compliance with 2013 version of
CalGreen. On June 27, 2017, the city adopted the 2016 version of CalGreen, which significantly
increases energy efficiency of newly constructed buildings, far beyond the 5% called for in Action
H-1. For example, single family homes constructed under the 2016 standards will use about 28%
less energy for lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, and water heating than those built to the
2013 standards
I - Promote replacement of incandescent and halogen bulbs with LED or other energy efficient lamps
Replace 50% of incandescent and halogen light bulbs citywide with LED or similarly efficient lighting by 2035.
I-1
Replace 50% of incandescent or halogen light bulbs in city
facilities with LED or similarly efficient lighting, or follow
SANDAG Energy Roadmap recommendations for lighting in city
facilities, whichever results in greater energy savings. (Short-
term)
Staff installed replacement LED lighting at the Carlsbad City Library, Safety Training Center and the
Oak Avenue paint shop area area.
I-2
Promote the use of LED or other energy efficient lamps by
publicizing rebate programs and information from SDG&E on
the benefits of the use of LED or other energy efficient lighting
on the city’s webpage. (Short-term)
Staff maintained a website, made community presentations, and published articles in newsletters
and newspapers.
I-3.i
Evaluate the feasibility of adopting a minimum natural lighting
and ventilation standard, developed based on local conditions. (Mid-term)
In 2018, the CSE performed a qualitative feasibility evaluation for natural lighting and ventilation.
CSE determined that it would be difficult to provide a cost-effective natural ventilation
requirement that goes beyond the 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards. The primary reason
is that, while natural ventilation could meet some of a nonresidential building’s cooling load due
to Carlsbad’s moderate climate, the 2019 California state building code nevertheless requires that
a building’s mechanical ventilation system be sized to meet the full cooling load to ensure that safe indoor air quality is maintained. As such, the cost of providing natural ventilation would not
be offset by a reduced mechanical ventilation system.
With regards to natural lighting, CSE noted that nonresidential natural lighting is well-governed in
state codes, reducing the need for additional local standards. Cost-effectiveness analysis typically
May 12, 2020 Item #6 Page 29 of 34
includes recommendations to alter building geometry to allow more daylight into the space.
Daylighting requirements that may impact the architectural design and layout are challenging to
enforce and are susceptible to heightened industry resistance. Daylight dimming plus off lighting
control is a simple, cost-effective measure provided in the 2019 Building Energy Efficiency
Standards, as it does not require architectural geometry or design changes.
Daylighting in residential spaces is less likely to be cost-effective than in nonresidential spaces
because the code assumes occupants are not typically present in residential spaces during the day
to take advantage of daylighting; therefore, the cost of these controls may not be offset by the
savings.
There are no known reach codes that include natural lighting and/or natural ventilation
requirements that go beyond current code requirements.
The feasibility assessment also concluded that there are no known reach codes that include
natural lighting and/or natural ventilation requirements that go beyond current code
requirements.
I-3.ii Demonstrate natural lighting and ventilation features in future
facility upgrade or new construction. (Mid-term) Staff is evaluating potential future city projects to demonstrate natural lighting and ventilation.
J - New construction residential and commercial solar water heater/heat pump installation & retrofit of existing residential
Install solar water heaters or heat pumps on all new residential and commercial construction. Retrofit up to 30% of existing homes and commercial buildings to include solar
water heaters or heat pumps.
J-1
Promote the installation of residential solar water heaters and
heat pumps by publicizing incentive, rebate and financing
programs, such as PACE programs and the California Solar
Initiative for renovations of existing buildings by posting this
information on the city's website and by other means. (Short-
term)
Staff maintained a website, made community presentations, and published articles in newsletters
and newspapers.
J-2
Adopt residential and commercial energy conservation
ordinances requiring new residential and commercial buildings
to install solar water heaters or heat pumps, or use alternative
energy (such as PV-generated electricity) for water heating
needs. (Short-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance Nos. CS-347 and CS-348, which require new
residential and nonresidential buildings to install solar thermal water heating or electric heat
pump water heaters for water heating needs. The ordinances were submitted to the California
Energy Commission for review on March 14, 2019. The ordinances will be enforceable once they are approved by the Commission. As of June 30, 2019, the ordinances were scheduled for
approval at the Commission’s Aug. 14, 2019, business meeting.
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K - Promote transportation demand management strategies
Promote Transportation Demand Management Strategies with a goal of achieving a 10% increase in alternative mode use by workers in Carlsbad, for a total of 32%
alternative mode use.
K-1
Adopt a citywide TDM plan, as described in the General Plan
Mobility Element, detailing a mix of strategies to reduce travel
demand, specifically of single occupancy vehicles. SANDAG’s
2012 “Integrating Transportation Demand Management Into
the Planning and Development Process” provides a guide to
designing and implementing a TDM plan and will be used as a
reference document to develop the city’s TDM plan. TDM
strategies evaluated in the plan include parking ordinances,
subsidized or discounted transit programs, transit marketing
and promotion, carsharing, parking pricing, and bike parking.
(Short-term)
On Feb. 26, 2019, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2019-024, establishing a TDM plan, which
provides an implementation framework for TDM throughout the city, including infrastructure,
regulations and policies, guiding resources, and a TDM program for existing businesses.
Also, through Resolution No. 2019-024, City Council authorized staff to issue a Request for
Proposal (RFP) for TDM program consulting services. As of June 30, 2019, the consultant had been
selected but not awarded the contract. The TDM consultant will develop a program evaluation
framework, review development plans, monitor approved TDM plans, conduct outreach to
existing businesses to develop voluntary TDM programs, and assess the feasibility of expanding
the TDM program to HOAs, schools, etc. The consultant will also utilize best management
practices to position Carlsbad as a regional TDM employment hub and expand the reach of TDM
beyond the TDM ordinance and new development alone.
K-2
Adopt a TDM ordinance, defining a minimum trip generation
threshold for nonresidential development projects. The city will
set performance requirements for minimum alternative mode
use based on project type. All projects above the threshold
shall submit a TDM plan, which includes a description of how
the minimum alternative mode use will be achieved and
maintained over the life of the project. Potential TDM trip
reduction measures can include carpool and vanpool
ridematching services; designated employees as contacts for
trip reduction programs; providing a direct route to transit in
coordination with NCTD; developing public-private transit
partnerships; passenger loading zones; pedestrian connections;
showers and clothes lockers; long–term bicycle parking and
shuttle programs. (Mid-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-350, which requires all nonresidential
develop with a minimum trip generation to prepare and implement a TDM, including the
provision of TDM amenities. The ordinance became effective on April 11, 2019.
L - Promote an increase in the amount of zero-emissions vehicle travel
Promote an increase in the amount of ZEV miles traveled from a projected 15% to 25% of total VMT by 2035.
May 12, 2020 Item #6 Page 31 of 34
L-1
Working with industry partners, construct a “PV to EV” pilot
project to install a PV charging station at a city facility (such as
Faraday Center) to charge city ZEVs. The purpose of the pilot
project would be to evaluate the feasibility of incorporating
more ZEV into the city's fleet. (Short-term)
Staff continues to assess the feasibility of a direct "PV to EV" pilot project(s). During the reporting
period, staff received estimates for a transportable PV to EV unit and worked with local trade
organizations to develop a Request for Information (RFI). The RFI will seek information on all
forms of PV to EV projects.
L-2
Prepare a community-wide charging station siting plan, which
evaluates site visibility and exposure, EV driving ranges, high
volume destinations, locations with high ownership or interest
in EVs, and cost of construction. (Short-term)
Staff prepared a mapping and travel distance analysis of existing and future EV charging sites and
identified gaps in service areas. The locations of city-owned public properties and commercial
centers that do not currently have EV charging infrastructure were then evaluated as to their
ability to fill those gaps. The results of that mapping analysis is contained in Section V of the
annual report.
L-3
Construct ZEV charging stations based on the community-wide
charging station siting plan described in L-2 above. The ZEV charging stations will be funded by grant funds when available,
and the city will post signage directing ZEVs to charging
stations. (Mid-term)
On Dec. 18, 2018, City Council authorized city participation in the Electrify America program, which provided 20 staff/fleet charging stations; 10 at the Faraday Center and 10 at Carlsbad City
Library. The charging stations were activated in May and June of 2019.
L-4 Offer dedicated ZEV parking, and provide charging stations adjacent to ZEV parking as identified in the community-wide
charging station siting plan. (Mid-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-349, which requires new residential
and nonresidential buildings to install EV charging infrastructure. New one and two-family homes,
and townhouses with attached private garages must have a complete circuit installed and ready for EV charging supply equipment (EVSE). Multifamily residential and nonresidential buildings
must provide EVSE for up to 10% of its parking. The EV charging requirements also apply to
certain major renovations of existing residential sites and buildings. The ordinance became
effective on April 11, 2019.
L-5 Adopt requirements for ZEV parking for new developments.
(Short-term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-349, which requires new residential
and nonresidential buildings to install EV charging infrastructure. New one and two-family homes,
and townhouses with attached private garages must have a complete circuit installed and ready
for EVSE. Multifamily residential and nonresidential buildings must provide EVSE for up to 10% of
its parking. The EV charging requirements also apply to certain major renovations of existing
residential sites and buildings. The ordinance became effective on April 11, 2019.
L-6
Adopt a residential energy conservation ordinance, similar to
Palo Alto, requiring the installation of EV chargers or pre-wiring
in new residential construction and major renovations. (Short-
term)
On March 12, 2019, City Council adopted Ordinance No. CS-349, which requires new one and two-
family homes, and townhouses with attached private garages to have a complete circuit installed
and ready for EVSE. Multifamily residential buildings must provide EVSE for up to 10% of its
parking. The EV charging requirements also apply to major renovations of existing residential sites
and buildings, as defined in the ordinance. The ordinance became effective on April 11, 2019.
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L-7
Update the city's Fleet Management Program to include a low
and zero-emissions vehicle replacement/purchasing policy.
Increase the proportion of city fleet low and zero–emissions
VMT to 25% of all city-related VMT by 2035. (Short-term)
The fleet conversion program replaced 12 internal combustion engine vehicles with plug-in
hybrids. Currently, the city’s fleet includes 31 hybrid vehicles.
M - Develop more citywide renewable energy projects
Produce an equivalent amount of energy to power 2,000 homes (roughly equivalent to a 5% reduction) by 2035 from renewable energy projects.
M-1 Conduct a feasibility study to evaluate citywide renewable
energy projects and prioritize accordingly. (Short-term)
Leveraging SANDAG’s Energy Engineering contract with TRC, a Microgrid Feasibility Study for the
Carlsbad Safety and Service Center on Orion Way was completed and presented to City Council on
June 12, 2018. If implemented, the microgrid would include enough renewable energy generation
and energy storage to power the entire complex in case of a blackout.
M-2
Incorporate renewable energy measures such as PV system
installation on city buildings and parking lots, or microturbine
installation on city facilities, with the goal of producing
approximately 12,000 megawatt-hours per year. (Mid to Long-
term)
In accordance with the city’s solar PV ordinance, future city facilities will be required to
incorporate renewable energy. The potential for retrofitting PV on existing buildings is evaluated
when other improvements and/or renovations are planned.
M-3
Pursue available funding sources for the construction of
renewable energy projects by the city, such as Energy
Efficiency Financing for Public Sector Projects and SGIP. (Mid to
Long-term)
City staff continually monitors potential funding sources to support CAP implementation,
including renewable energy projects. .
N - Reduce the GHG intensity of water supply conveyance, treatment and distribution
Reduce the intensity of GHG emissions from water utilities (including water supply, wastewater, and recycled water) conveyance, treatment and distribution by 8% by 2035.
N-1
Improve water utilities (including water supply, wastewater,
and recycled water) conveyance, treatment and distribution,
and other system improvements. (Mid to Long-term)
Incorporating energy efficiency into system improvements is standard practice for Carlsbad
Utilities. During this reporting period, energy savings have been realized through the removal of
the Simsbury Sewer Lift Station by constructing a short extension to the service area gravity sewer
system. In addition, the emergency generators at Knots Lane and North Batiquitos Lift Stations are
being replaced with Tier 4 rated generators that will reduce nitrogen oxides emissions. Lastly, the
full optimization and commissioning of the Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) allows for
remote reading of 96% of CMWD’s meter inventory. The deployment of AMI has significantly
reduced the amount of internal combustion engine emissions due to reduction in monthly vehicle
trips to generate data for a billing cycle.
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O - Encourage the installation of greywater and rainwater systems
Encourage the installation of greywater and rainwater collections systems with a goal of 15% of homes by 2035.
O-1
Host workshops on greywater and rainwater collection systems
through the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, or partner with
existing workshop providers, for homeowners interested in
installing systems suitable for their property. (Mid-term)
CMWD participated in a rain barrel rebate program with other north San Diego County water
districts to encourage and provide financial incentive for rainwater collections systems. Details on
the program can be found at: https://www.rainwatersolutions.com/products/northcounty
O-2
Create a greywater design reference manual, or provide links
to an existing one, for the design of greywater and rainwater
collection systems. (Mid-term)
This is a mid-term action, planned for Years 3 - 5. There was no activity on this action during the
reporting period.
O-3
Evaluate the feasibility of offering a rebate for residential
greywater systems that require a permit to cover the cost of
obtaining a permit. (Mid-term)
This is a mid-term action, planned for Years 3 - 5. There was no activity on this action during the
reporting period.
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Subject: April 14, 2020 Public Comment: Item 11: Climate Action Plan Progress Report
Dear City Clerk, please read the public comment below into the record for Item 11 "Climate Action Plan Progress Report"
on the April 14, 2020 City Council agenda. Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you.
Dear Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers,
My name is Matthew Vasilakis, Co-Director of Policy at Climate Action Campaign. We are excited to hear the City of
Ca rlsbad is moving forward with updates to its Climate Action Plan, and hope the City will consider a few key measures
to strengthen its CAP.
As we recommended in our recent 4th Edition of the Climate Action Plan Repo rt Card, Carlsbad ca n build on its CAP by
committing to 100 percent clean energy by 2030 or 2035, including a social equity section articulating how the CAP will
prioritize its most vulnerable populations from the impacts of climate change, and building in effective strategies to
develop more affordable homes near transit to reduce vehicle miles traveled, greenhouse gas emissions, and air
pollution.
Additionally, we recommend the CAP horizon be extended to 2045 to align with Executive Order B-55-18, which aims to
achieve carbo n neutrality by that same year.
Thank you to city staff for bringing this item forward. We look forward to pa rtnering with the City on this important
initiative to fully realize Carlsbad's Climate Action Plan.
Thank you .
Matthew Vasilakis (he/him)
Co-Director of Policy
Climate Act ion Campaign
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San Diego, CA 92103
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Subject: Public Comments for 4-14-20 City Council meeting, Item #11
Dear City Clerk,
We request that the following be read into the public record for Item #11 (CAP report) tonight. Thank you.
Council members,
On behalf of the Carlsbad Sierra Club team, representing more than 700 Sierra Club members, we'd like to
comment on the greenhouse gas inventories which are essential to implementing the CAP.
Since its adoption in 2015, the annual CAP report summary usually states that staff continue making progress
in carrying out the CAP Measures and Actions and will coordinate with consultants and relevant agencies and
partners to further CAP implementation and continue to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
In order to make such a statement, the city should be providing the public the actual GHG inventories for each
sector, like commercial, residential and transportation, in order to assess if progress is being made in each
sector and overall. Our members reviewing the reports find it hard to determine if our GHG targets are being
met. This is particularly concerning with the recent revelation that vehicle miles traveled are nearly doubled
than originally thought, along with newer data on water conveyance and treatment, and the desalination
plant emissions.
While we are glad this error has been caught, it goes to show that more transparency is needed when it comes
to these inventories. Here it is 2020 and, though not the city's fault, we are using 2016 inventories. While we
presumably are on target to meet our 2020 GHG reduction goals and CCE is a welcome addition to the CAP,
we need to be looking at more immediate actions. We can't do that as effectively as we'd like if we don't have
the data.
Our team requests that the following be provided or carried out:
• A clear presentation of GHG emissions by sector.
• An explanation of how the city is deriving their GHG emissions data if it is deviating from SANDAG's
data under section 4. A specific example would help.
• An explanation of how the city is checking the consultant EPIC's interpretation of the data assure to
correct reporting in the CAP.
• Adding the UCSD Environmental Policy Initiatives Center report that captures CCE numbers in the
graph on page 224 of your agenda packet to the annual CAP report.
• Quantitate the effectiveness of the CAP actions taken to date.
• Aside from adding CCE as part of the CAP at your May 5th meeting and including revised GHG
Inventories, targets and forecast, prioritize an entire CAP update as soon as possible.
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Thank you,
Paige DeCino, Mike McMahon, Lynda Daniels, Kathy Parker, Jay Klopfenstein, Mary Hassing
Carlsbad My Gen (Sierra Club) Team
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Comments on May 12,2020 # 6 Climate Action Plan
Please read these comments below into the record for this agenda item.
Thank you.
Diane Nygaard
Honorable Mayor and Council
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In 2015 when the city adopted their CAP it was a good start to ensuring that Carlsbad would take real action to reduce
their share of global GHG emissions.
Now almost 5 years later later and we still have no answer to the key questions-how much GHG has been reduced ? Is
Carlsbad meeting their targets? Staff reported in January that a critical error was discovered in the VMT calculations for
the original CAP-resulting in the CAP no longer being a "qualified" plan. And recently Carlsbad score was lowered on
the CAC scorecard of regional CAP's https://www.climateactioncampaign.org/wp-
content/uploads/2020/03/CAC reportcard masterfile 2019.pdf.
These are serious issues that require serious attention.
We urge the city to:
1. Take action now to update the CAP to correct the errors/changes that are now known and get this back on track to
being a "qualified " plan ASAP.
2. Get reliable,consistent data in place so that the GHG emission report required every three years is back on schedule.
3. Plan for a robust update of the entire CAP with the Housing Element -shoot to be a Gold Star -instead of tarnished
bronze.
Future generations are depending upon us.
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To the Mayor and Members of the Carlsbad City Council
Carlsbad has ambitious goals to improve our local environment as set
forth in the City’s Climate Action Plan (CAP). A significant part of the CAP
is dedicated to improving our air quality. Historically the Transportation
sector was deemed responsible for contributing 39% of all Green House
Gas Emissions (GHG) in Carlsbad. However we are aware there was an
error in the calculation of this amount, and that Staff will be submitting a
report to the Council that puts GHG emissions from the Transportation
sector at or near 50%. We would like the Council to consider a proposal to
reduce the GHG emissions from the Transportation sector and at the same
time help in some small way with the widespread economic disruption that
has occurred in light of the Coronavirus.
Proposal: Provide incentives to Carlsbad residents purchasing or
leasing Electric Vehicles (EV) or Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles
(PHEV) from Carlsbad Businesses
Currently the Federal Government provides tax credits to purchasers of
EV and certain PHEV. However these expire as automakers sell 200,000
units. These rebates have expired for General Motors and Tesla. As EV
adoption continues, this credit will expire for other manufacturers. The
state rebate has been reduced. Historical data suggests these rebates
promote alternate fuel vehicles.
We propose the City provide Carlsbad residents only, with a rebate of
$500 for the purchase or lease on an EV or PHEV, for the first 1000
residents to sign up for the program, provided that the vehicle is
acquired from a Carlsbad Business. The City may want to consider
making the amount larger if people qualify as low income.
Most dealerships in Carlsbad Car Country offer at least a PHEV if not a
BEV. In addition Tesla has a showroom in Carlsbad.
Removing cars powered by fossil fuels will dramatically reduce GHG
emissions from the Transportation sector. Adding additional EVs will assist
the City to meet one of the benchmarks of its CAP, to increase Zero
Emission Vehicle miles driven in Carlsbad to 35% by 2035. In addition our
proposal will benefit Carlsbad residents and businesses in these difficult
times.
The Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE), located here in San Diego,
administers the State’s rebate program for EV and PHEV. Assuming
Council wants to explore this further, this may be a ready made in place
administrative service to implement the program, without unnecessarily
burdening City Staff.
We believe this program could be funded by the City’s Economic
Uncertainty Reserve Fund, which we understand has a balance of
$11Million. Alternatively if there are funds allocated to meeting the CAP,
they could also be utilized.
This funding would be an excellent use of a relatively nominal amount
to promote clean air in Carlsbad, and provide assistance to a number of
Carlsbad businesses. Thank you for considering our proposal.
Respectfully Submitted
My Generation Carlsbad Team
Simon Freedman
Mike Grim, CAP Administrator
May 12, 2020
Climate Action Plan
Progress Report
Presentation Content
•Update on returning CAP to CEQA Qualified
Plan status
•Update on CAP implementation from July 1,
2018 to present
CAP as CEQA Qualified Plan
•Jan. 21, 2020 presentation to City Council
–VMT calculation error in original CAP
–Incorrect GHG inventory, targets and forecast
–CAP no longer contain required components
–Need for additional GHG reduction
measure(s)
New Guidance and Policies
•SANDAG ReCAP
–Regional guidance on GHG inventories and GHG reduction measure calculations
•CARB 2017 Climate Change Scoping Plan
–New guidance on deriving GHG reduction targets
•New state and federal GHG reduction policies
Community Choice Energy CAP Measure
•Clean Energy Alliance
–JPA formed in Nov. 2019
–Renewable energy procurement portfolio
•Interaction with existing CAP measures
–Energy efficiency and renewable energy
–Electric vehicles
•Addition of CCE as CAP measure meets 2035 target
GHG Reduction Potential for Carlsbad CAP Strategies
1,200,000
1,000,000 • •
800,000
600,000
400,000
200,000
■ Federal and California Vehicle Efficiency
Standards
■ California Renewable and Energy
Efficiency Program
■ Increase Use of Zero Emission Vehicles
(Measure L)
~ Reduce Fossil Fuel Use and VMT
{General Plan Additional Policies &
Measure K)
~ Increase Building Energy Efficiency
(Measure D-J)
■ Increase Renewable and Zero-Carbon
Energy (Measure B, M, and CCE)
■ Increase Water Efficiency (Measure N &
0)
Remaining Emissions
• GHG Reduction Target Level with 2012
Baseline Year
CAP Implementation
•Adoption and implementation of CAP ordinances:
–Energy efficiency
–Renewable energy
–Alternative water heating
–Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
–Transportation Demand Management
Improving Energy Efficiency in
Existing Residential Buildings
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CITY OF CARLSBAD BECOMES FIRST CALIFORNIA CITY TO ADOPT 2019 ENERGY
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Overview
Nestled along the southern California coastline, between Los
Angeles and San Diego, the City of Carlsbad offers its nearly
120,000 residents magnificent beaches, temperate weather,
a robust and diversified economy, and a strong commitment
to protecting the local environment. The City is home to
numerous tourist attractions, such as LEGOLANo• California
Resort, SEA LIFE Aquarium and The Flower Fields, as well as a
hub for the biotech sector.
The Adoption Process
In 2015, the City adopted a comprehensive General Plan
update, including an ambitious Climate Action Plan (CAP),
which aims to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases such
as carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and water vapor.
Over the past few years, City officials studied a variety
of experiences and options for implementation. Early in
2019, the City Environmental Management and Planning
Departments proposed a package of ordinances to fulfill the
promise of the City's CAP. The ambitious proposal included:
that requ,res buildme energy performance beyond
current CA Buildmg Efficiency Standards. It typically
apphes to residential or nonresidential new
construction, alterations or additions and involve
extended measures in the arus such as energy or
water efficiency. Reach Codes expire at the end of each
three-year CA Buildine Efficiency Standards cycle.
CAP Implementation
•Home Energy Score Assessment Program
–Major residential renovations
•Carlsbad Green Business Network
–Certified four businesses
–Pine Community Center at Efficiency Level
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CARLSBAD -The city is now part of a new green network and is
aiming to draw as many businesses as possible.
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CAP Implementation
•Installation of ten fleet and employee charging
stations at both Faraday Center and Carlsbad
City Library
•Currently 17 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
and one battery-electric vehicle in fleet
CAP Implementation
•Collaboration with local and regional partners:
–SANDAG and other jurisdictions
–San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative
–SDG&E
–Cleantech San Diego
–San Diego Green Building Council
Next Steps
•Return to City Council with CAP Amendment
No. 1
–Update GHG inventory, targets, and forecast
–Add CCE as CAP reduction measure
–Declare CAP as CEQA Qualified Plan
•Begin preparation of CAP Amendment No. 2 in
coordination with Housing Element Update
Thank you